Talent Hub Talk

Salesforce careers in the current market Q&A with Ben Duncombe

In today's episode, Ben answers all of your questions around Salesforce careers in the current market. Is it best to move roles now, or wait? Should you move for the same job title, and what's happening in the world of Salesforce contracting? If you want to get a comprehensive and candid update from someone who speaks to numerous Salesforce professionals every day on the ground in ANZ, then you don't want to miss this episode!

 

Make sure you also grab yourself a copy of our Salesforce Market Survey for the data around current market trends, and that you're following Ben on LinkedIn for further content Salesforce truth bombs and content.

 

We hope you find the episode useful! If you do, please do let us know in your podcast reviews

Sam Wadhwani - The unspoken word on the CTA journey

In today's episode, we're joined by Salesforce CTA and author of The Accessible Architect website, Sam Wadhwani.

Throughout the chat, Sam shares his early career background and how he initially became a part of the Salesforce ecosystem, having worked with Siebel previously.

 

We talk about his own personal journey to CTA, both in terms of technical capability, and the mental challenge of undertaking such intense preparation, which forced him to look differently at the idea of balance to achieve success.

 

Sam gives a really candid insight into the less spoken about challenges of the CTA journey, including overcoming disappointment and highlighting the benefits of self assessment in order to play to your strengths and listen to your inner-voice.

 

Sam is committed to supporting others on this journey in terms of wellness, mental stamina and emotional well-being through his work with The Accessible Architect. Make sure you're following Sam on LinkedIn to stay connected, and that you check out The Accessible Architect for invaluable content. If you have any questions, then Sam can also be tweeted at @accessiblearch.

 

We specifically reference the article, It's Okay to Feel Incapable in the episode, which you can read here, and don't forget to check out our episode sponsors, FlowRepublic for details about their Elite Salesforce Academy coaching. A big thank you for their support in bringing you this episode.

 

We hope you enjoy the chat!

Colin Johnson on co-founding a successful Salesforce ISV and the early days of the Salesforce ecosystem

In today's episode, we're joined by Co-Founder and CEO of Salesforce ISV partner, Aprika, Colin Johnson.

Colin shares his early career and background, how he initially became a part of the Salesforce ecosystem, and how he has successfully launched a number of products in the ecosystem, since.

 

Colin shares how Aprika first came about, how the business has evolved over the years, and how they leveraged the power of the AppExchange.

 

We discuss what makes a product business successful, how to best market a Salesforce product, and how to know whether the business has a promising future, when still in the early days.

 

Colin explains the power of the Salesforce Ohana and what he most enjoys about being involved in the ecosystem, and even shares some memories of the early Salesforce events that he attended. 

 

Make sure you're following Colin on LinkedIn to stay connected, and that you check out Aprika for how they might be able to help you. If you have any questions, then Colin can be reached at colin.johnson@aprika.com or on Twitter at @aprika_colin.

 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

Doug Merrett on Salesforce security, compliance and resilience

In today's episode, we're joined by the Founder of Platinum7, Doug Merrett. Platinum7 are the Salesforce security, compliance, and resilience consultancy specialists.

Doug shares the story of his own Salesforce career, including 13 years with Salesforce itself, what led him to launch Platinum7, and how he has found starting his own business.

 

He explains the history of cloud security, the perceptions that continue to be overcome, and the challenges that companies are facing in today's environment when it comes to managing risk.

 

We talk about how the Salesforce team itself fits into the security and risk landscape within an organisation, where the conversations ideally need to be driven from, and which departments are involved.

 

Make sure you're following Doug on LinkedIn, and that you check out Platinum7 to find out how they can add value and assist in your own organisation.

 

We like to thank our episode sponsors, Form Assembly for their support in bringing you this episode. 

 

Form building can be a tedious and complex process when collecting loads of data for enterprises. Solve this issue with ease through FormAssembly, an all-in-one secure web form builder with a robust Salesforce integration. This seamless web to lead form building connection boasts features including sophisticated data collection, the option to pre-fill forms, create and update records, and more! Their advanced compliance standards offer prime solutions for companies in the government, finserv, healthcare, nonprofit, and higher education spaces. Visit www.formassembly.com/talenthub to find out why FormAssembly is the #1 Enterprise form building platform for Salesforce and how it can be customized to fit the needs of your company!

 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

Mia Pacey on effectively transitioning into a Salesforce role within your current organisation and finding a passion for the platform

In today's episode, we're joined by Salesforce Administrator, Golden Hoodie recipient, and Salesforce Women in Tech co-leader for Sydney, Mia Pacey.

Mia shares her early career and background, how she became a part of the Salesforce ecosystem initially in her role, and how she has continued to upskill in the platform.

 

Mia talks us through the Salesforce products and tools which she uses and how she has learnt more about each through her preferred methods of learning, of which she explains, isn't the same for everyone. She also gives us some insights on the differences between not-for-profit and commercial Salesforce orgs.

 

Having recently been awarded the Salesforce Golden Hoodie, Mia shares with us how it happened, how she felt when it was announced and what it means to her.

 

Through her own experiences, Mia shares valuable tips and advice in this episode for others who are looking to get involved in Salesforce projects in their current organisation where they perhaps aren't currently in a Salesforce role.

 

Make sure you're following Mia on LinkedIn to stay connected, and that you check out the Salesforce Women in Tech group for upcoming get-togethers.

 

You can find Mia's YouTube channel at Pace Yourself for useful tutorials to help you on your journey.

 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

Mo Salem on achieving the Salesforce CTA and working with the platform across the globe

In today's episode, we're joined by Salesforce CTA and Director at Deloitte in Sydney, Mo Salem. 

He shares his early career and background, how he became a part of the Salesforce ecosystem, and how he has climbed the career ladder with strong company tenure.

 

Hailing from Egypt and having also spent time working in Dubai and London, Mo explains his move to Australia, his reasons for selecting this part of the world, and how each of the four locations contributed in their own right to the Salesforce journey that he has embarked upon up until now.

 

Having recently achieved his CTA credential, he talks us through his preparation, self-motivation, and experience of pursuing the ambitious goal, plus how it felt when he finally passed.

 

Mo shares valuable tips and advice in this episode for putting your best foot forward, preparing yourself for possible failure, getting your family on board with the commitment, and how he found time to study.

 

Make sure you're following Mo on LinkedIn to stay connected, and that you check out our episode sponsors, FlowRepublic for details about their Elite Salesforce Academy coaching.

 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

Adam Best on the growing DevOps space

In today's episode, we're joined by Senior Program Architect at Salesforce, Adam Best.

 

Adam returns to the podcast to give us an update on his specialist area of DevOps, which is an ever growing part of the world of delivery within the Salesforce space. 

 

As more businesses embrace DevOps as a part of their delivery process, we discuss how this impacts on the talent pipeline for specialists with skills in this area.

 

As opportunity continues to grow for people to transition their Salesforce careers into the DevOps vertical, we discuss the differences between DevOps roles and similar roles such as the Release Engineer, exploring the part that tooling products play. We discuss how those with a non-technical background can become specialists in delivery, and the skills and traits that are the most beneficial for success.

 

Adam shares what keeps him excited to be a part of the Salesforce ecosystem and why he believes that the rest of the decade will be exciting for the company's growth.

 

We always enjoy hearing from Adam, as an enthusiastic advocate of the Trailblazer and someone who contributes his time generously to the Salesforce community.  Make sure you're following him on LinkedIn, and that you connect with him if you have any questions on the subject of DevOps.

 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

 

Mustafa Parekh on building a successful Salesforce freelance career

In today's episode, we're joined by the Founder of Salesforce freelancing platform, SalesforceWorks, and consulting practice, HTTPeak, Mustafa Parekh.

 

Mustafa shares the story of his own Salesforce career, and what led him to launch SalesforceWorks, as freelancing continues to pick up pace within the Salesforce ecosystem.

 

He explains the differences between freelancing and contracting, the benefits of both, and the challenges that people can often encounter when first entering into the freelance world.

 

We talk about how a freelancer can make sure that they remain competitive and up-to-date with the evolution of the platform, and the client servicing skills that they need, to ensure success.

 

Make sure you're following Mustafa on LinkedIn, and that you check out SalesforceWorks to find out how the platform could assist you in sourcing talent for your business, or freelance projects as a resource.

 

If you're interested in Salesforce freelancing, or you're a Salesforce freelancer who is finding winning projects challenging, then make sure you download Mustafa's e-book, Insider Tips to Lift up Your Freelancing Business. 

 

We'd like to thank our episode sponsors, FormAssembly for their support in bringing you this episode. 

 

Form building can be a tedious and complex process when collecting loads of data for enterprises. Solve this issue with ease through FormAssembly, an all-in-one secure web form builder with a robust Salesforce integration. This seamless web to lead form building connection boasts features including sophisticated data collection, the option to pre-fill forms, create and update records, and more! Their advanced compliance standards offer prime solutions for companies in the government, finserv, healthcare, nonprofit, and higher education spaces. Visit www.formassembly.com/talenthub to find out why FormAssembly is the #1 Enterprise form building platform for Salesforce and how it can be customized to fit the needs of your company!

 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

How to ask for a Salesforce pay rise with Ben Duncombe

In today's episode, Ben talks Salesforce salaries. You may have heard that Salesforce salaries are on the rise and that counteroffers are becoming more frequent, and so Ben gives his candid insights on this topic, and what it means for you in your current role or job search.

 

He gives his tips on the best way to approach asking for and securing a pay rise, and the important steps to take when you're considering whether you should pursue a higher remuneration.

 

Make sure you grab yourself a copy of our Salesforce Market Survey for the data around current market trends, and that you're following Ben on LinkedIn for further content Salesforce truth bombs and content.

 

To calculate your salary and income adjustments, visit Pay Calculator.com.au

 

We hope you find the episode useful! If you do, please do let us know in your podcast reviews

BONUS Q&A: Salesforce careers and the current market with Sebastian Wagner and Ben Duncombe

In today’s bonus episode, we’re joined by the Founder of Salesforce Architect Academy, FlowRepublic, Sebastian Wagner, to talk through trends we're seeing in the Salesforce ecosystem.

Ben swaps hosting seats with Sebastian in this episode, and this week is answering questions himself around what he's seeing with Salesforce salaries, working patterns, and what people are seeking in their work as we move further into 2021. 

From a different perspective on another continent, in a coach and leadership role with his FlowRepublic business, Sebastian shares his own insights, and what excites him for the evolution of the Salesforce ecosystem. 

Make sure you’re following Sebastian on LinkedIn for upcoming content, and that you check out the FlowRepublic website to find out more about the programs discussed in this episode.

We hope you enjoy the chat!