The Recipe for Success Through Learning and Teaching
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Deepak's Journey in Technology and Teaching
Deepak shared how he got started in technology and what led him to teaching. He talked about losing his father at a young age and having to teach to fund his education starting at age 10. 00:07:57 Deepak taught students subjects like math and science and later moved on to teaching engineering students. 00:08:34 He eventually got an IT job but his passion for teaching stayed with him until he reignited it during the pandemic. 00:09:17
Deepak recalled teaching students as early as age 10 to fund his education after losing his father at a young age. 00:07:57 He progressed to teaching engineering students subjects like math and science as he got older. 00:08:34 Though Deepak eventually pursued an IT career, his lifelong passion for teaching was reignited during the pandemic in 2020. 00:09:17
Keys to Deepak's Success on Social Media
Deepak discussed how he built a large following on social media platforms like LinkedIn. 00:26:22 He emphasized being consistent with posting valuable content. 00:28:36 Deepak analyzed what content resonated with his audience. 00:29:28 He aimed to be the go-to person for specific topics like Azure and data engineering. 00:31:08
Deepak built his large social media following by consistently providing valuable content related to his niche topics. 00:28:36 He carefully analyzed which types of content resonated most with his audience. 00:29:28 His goal was to be seen as the go-to expert for Azure and data engineering. 00:31:08
Monetizing Expertise and the Importance of Continuous Learning
The conversation covered how to monetize expertise by creating online courses or consulting. 00:35:36 They emphasized the need for continuous learning and using techniques like explaining new concepts to solidify knowledge. 00:22:39 Looking ahead, they discussed the role of AI and how to adapt by embracing new technologies as opportunities. 00:51:02
Deepak and Ray discussed monetizing expertise through avenues like online courses and consulting. 00:35:36 They emphasized continuous learning and techniques like explaining concepts to others. 00:22:39 Looking ahead, they saw AI as an opportunity by embracing it rather than viewing it as a threat. 00:51:02
The role of AI was discussed, with an emphasis on embracing new technologies as opportunities rather than threats. 00:51:02 Being knowledgeable about AI and leveraging it as a resource was seen as more constructive than fearing replacement by it. 00:55:15
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