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What does it really mean to be “entry-level”?

This episode of Bytes, Bits & Brilliance, is sparked by an unexpected conversation with Juan, a cybersecurity student I met at the grocery store.

Being new—whether to a role, a team, an organization, or an entirely new profession—can feel overwhelming, especially in a competitive and shifting job market. This episode reframes “newness” as a strategic advantage and explores how curiosity, humility, and self-awareness can accelerate professional growth.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to define “entry-level” beyond job titles and years of experience
• Why early-career professionals don’t need to know everything to succeed
• How to navigate learning, asking questions, and building credibility at work
• When career maintenance is just as important as career growth
• What leadership without a title looks like in tech and cybersecurity
• How adopting a beginner’s mind supports long-term career development

Drawing from experience across multiple roles in technology and cybersecurity, I share lessons learned from career pivots, new teams, and leadership transitions—along with practical guidance for professionals who are starting something new or starting again.

Being new at work is not a weakness. It's a powerful career advantage when used intentionally.

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