209. Intersection of Passion, Skill, and Need with Terry Kim
b'Have you ever thought about the intersection of passion, skills, and what the world needs? \\nMeet our extraordinary guest who switched gears from the entertainment industry to the tech world, inspired by the movie "The Matrix."\\xa0\\n\\n\\u2705 Get frameworks & mental models for high achievement: https://go.ryanhanley.com\\n\\u2705 For daily insights and ideas on peak performance:\\xa0https://www.instagram.com/ryan_hanley/\\n\\u2705 Hire me to speak at your next event: https://ryanhanley.com/speaking\\n\\n** Connect with Guest **\\n\\n\\u2705Terry Kim\\u2019s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-Engineer-American-Financial-Technologies/dp/B0CJL3GH9C\\n\\u2705Terry\\u2019s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/projectkim/\\n\\n** More about this episode **\\n\\nDive into his riveting journey, from building his first computer, to serving in the Air Force, to finding his footing in the rapidly evolving tech industry. Discover how his understanding of the internet\'s infrastructure and his dedication to hands-on learning played a pivotal role in his journey.\\nWant to challenge conventional wisdom?\\nTune in as we explore alternative education and career paths in the IT field, breaking barriers of the typical go-to-college mindset. Our guest introduces us to NGT Academy, a vocational training program that readies students for the IT job market in just four months.\\nHear firsthand accounts of mid-career individuals who\'ve successfully switched gears through NGT Academy. It\'s more than just a conversation\\u2014it\'s a revolution that champions apprenticeship and the value of learning from those already successful in their fields.\\nAs we wrapped up, we found ourselves reflecting on the importance of self-reflection, discipline, and focus in achieving one\'s goals. . We touched upon the pivotal role of affordable education and its transformative impact, as shared by our guest.\\nSo, join us on this rich journey of discovering your passion, overcoming hurdles, and navigating the road to success. You might find that next step you\'ve been looking for, or even better, redefine what success means to you.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'