Adam Gibson provides career advice for mid-career data center professionals.
He emphasizes the importance of assessing one's current skills and market position and suggests using LinkedIn to connect with key industry players and recruiters.
He highlights regional differences, noting the growth in markets like Spain, Italy, and Brazil.
Gibson advises against rushing into any job and stresses the importance of long-term planning.
He mentions the role of AI and cloud computing in driving industry growth and the need for adaptability.
He also shares insights on the recruitment process, which can be lengthy, and the potential for career progression within the data center industry.
This video is excerpted from the podcast Ep. #38 Adam Gibson, VP of Global DC Development of Megaport | Data Center Go-to-Market Podcast.
Action Items
- Assess one's skills and align them with the growth areas and key drivers in the data center industry, considering different regions and sectors.
- Prepare for longer hiring processes and potential training or probationary periods when applying for certain roles in the data center industry.
- Develop a long-term career plan and be open to pivoting within the rapidly evolving data center and technology landscape.
Outline
Advice for Mid-Career Data Center Professionals
- Joshua Feinberg asks Adam Gibson for advice on how mid-career data center professionals can recharge and plan their next career move in digital infrastructure.
- Adam Gibson shares his experience at a major conference and emphasizes the importance of assessing one's current career standing and skills.
- Gibson suggests leveraging LinkedIn to connect with key players and recruiters in the data center industry, highlighting the importance of regional differences in job markets.
- He mentions specific recruiters, such as Andy Davis and others in Singapore and the US, who specialize in data center recruiting and deeply understand the industry.
- Gibson advises mid-career professionals to think long-term, be patient, and not rush into the first available job. The process can be lengthy and involve checks and training periods.
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