Salesforce for Everyone by Talent Stacker

Bradley sits down with Emily Witucki, a Salesforce consultant and first-time mentor on the Trailblazer Mentorship Platform, alongside her three mentees: Andi Poulson, Ola Mostafa, and Monique Larroux. Together, they pull back the curtain on what mentorship in the Salesforce ecosystem actually looks like: the vulnerability, the breakthroughs, the LinkedIn glow-ups, and the genuine human connections that form along the way. Whether you're chasing your first certification, stuck in a job search rut, or an experienced pro wondering if mentorship still applies to you, this episode will meet you where you are. Spoiler: it does. And it's free. Episode Timestamps 01:16 - Welcome & Panel Introductions: Bradley welcomes mentor Emily Witucki and her three mentees: Andi, Ola, and Monique. 06:18 - Why Emily Became a Mentor: The Salesforce Fairy Godmother: Emily shares that her motivation to mentor came from a deep love of helping people and a desire to pay forward the sense of community she found in Talent Stacker. 08:22 - The Mentee Perspective. What Andi, Ola & Monique Were Looking For: Each mentee shares what drew them to the platform, from bombing interviews and feeling stuck, to needing direction after certification, to simply wanting to level up. 10:00 - How the Trailblazer Mentorship Platform Actually Works: Bradley clarifies the application and matching process, explains that membership in Talent Stacker is not required, and notes that 100% of applicants were accepted in the last two cohorts. 26:05 - Branding: Emily identified Andi's brand right away by seeing her pink hair. Emily's approach with all of them on social media and resume and portfolio, is to show people who they are, that who they are is already amazing. 30:14 – LinkedIn and Community: The panel discusses the importance of LinkedIn in the modern job search, but also the supportive community to be found there, along with the Salesforce Ohana and Talent Stacker. 42:08 - What's Next: Goals from Each Mentee: Andi aims for two new certifications and deeper community involvement, Ola is pursuing Salesforce legend status and Google Data Analytics, and Monique is weeks away from passing her admin exam. 51:50 - Advice for the "Mentorless" & How to Get Involved: The group encourages listeners to apply for mentorship without hesitation, with Emily also calling on companies to consider sponsoring the program through trailblazermentorship.com. Links & Resources Trailblazer Mentorship Platform: trailblazermentorship.com Talent Stacker: talentstacker.com

You may know him as the LinkedIn guru, but Jordan Nelson is also well-established in the ecosystem as a Salesforce Consulting expert. Whether you're interested in freelancing or not, understanding what Salesforce customers need and how consultants meet those needs is a great way to step up your Salesforce game. Stay tuned as we discuss the ins and outs of becoming your own boss, a better way to build your online network, and how owning a business can shape an entirely new lifestyle for you (thanks, tax write-offs!) To learn more about Jordan or to book a call with the man himself, be sure to check him out on LinkedIn or visit his consultancy, Simple Salesforce. Handy Timestamps: 5:30: Jordan gives us a rundown of his Salesforce origin story. 11:50: At what point did Jordan decide to jump from full-time to his own thing? 17:00: Brad gives his take on the key things you need to succeed in switching over to independent consulting. 21:00: Jordan advises on how to stack the odds in your favor and take full advantage of your opportunities. 25:00: We give some key tips for building authentic relationships with people online. 33:00: Jordan explains what counted as wins for him when switching to independent consulting and the new things he's gained. 42:00: Brad and Joran discuss the finer pros of owning your own business, including the multipliers for selling, healthcare, and retirement plans. 47:00: Jordan shares some hard lessons he's had to learn along the way. Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group Simple Salesforce

Whether you're considering an admin-to-developer path or you're dead-set on jumping straight in, knowing where to start among the endless tutorials and how-to guides is tricky for Salesforce Developers-to-be. Enter: our special guest, Warren Walters! This 18x certified Salesforce MVP is here to walk us through every angle in the Salesforce Developer's journey. We give a special highlight to his program, CloudCodeAcademy, discussing how it can take you from ground zero to scoring your dream dev job. Stay tuned to learn how to avoid tutorial hell, why you need to practice for your dev interviews, and how you can showcase your skill with…cat feeders. Handy Timestamps: 6:20: There's so much information for people looking to break directly into a Salesforce developer role—where do you even start? 8:30: We talk about which certifications (if any!) you actually need to become a developer without spending extra time and money. 13:45: Warren walks us through the different skills you develop as you level up. 17:20: What is the interview process like for prospective developers, and how can they get prepared? 28:45: Brad and Warren discuss the major benefits of crossing the declarative and programmatic divide and how you can get there. 32:30: How hot is the dev market, and how much can your salary grow with experience? 38:45: Warren explains more about how CodeCloud Academy is designed and paced. Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group CloudCodeAcademy.com/Everyone Warren's Youtube Link

Want to level up your career as a Salesforce Professional? We've got just the thing for you. Listen in on this week's episode as Brad and Anita hold a special Q&A about our Career Accelerator Program to know exactly what you'll be getting yourself into by signing up. For a taster of what this program can offer, go check out our free Career Accelerator Toolkit! Handy Timestamps: 3:10: Why did we create the Career Accelerator Program? 8:50: How does this program specifically benefit me, a Salesforce professional? 10:00: What about the live workshops? 15:40: This sounds great, but I'm not sure if I'm ready for that right now. How do I know if this is something I should sign up for? 20:10: Why the ongoing cost? 24:00: All about our free resource, the Career Accelerator Toolkit. Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group Career Accelerator Toolkit

We've all been there: you're about to hop on camera, only to realize that your hair is going in three different directions and your background is far from flattering. Or, those inevitable "quick calls" and back-and-forth emails are eating up more time than you'd like and making remote work anything but asynchronous. They may seem like small grievances, but these daily obstacles add up and make work harder than it needs to be. As we wrap up our final official season, tune in one more time to hear Brad and Anita's top work hacks to streamline your work process and boost your efficiency around the clock. Because who said work couldn't be a smoother ride? Handy Timestamps: 2:10: Why no more seasons? 5:40: Tips, tricks, and tools for planning higher-quality meetings 21:15: How to look professional with zero effort 25:05: Creating a morning routine 30:30: Using automation and preventing burnout 36:00: Setting boundaries at work and in your community Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group

In this Q&A, we walk you through the questions you're most likely to get asked in a Salesforce interview and equip you with answers that'll set you apart from other candidates. We also go over the common mistakes people make when building connections in the Salesforce community, and provide tips on how to avoid them to ensure a flourishing and supportive network. For the specific questions we address in today's episode, be sure to check out the Handy Timestamps below! Handy Timestamps: 2:15: What are some effective strategies for finding Salesforce job opportunities in a competitive market? 33:15: What are effective ways to expand my professional connections in the Salesforce community? 36:35: Are there any common mistakes to avoid when networking or building a personal brand? 40:30: How can I leverage my current Salesforce experience to move up the career ladder? Interview Questions 10:45: Tell me about yourself. 14:10: Out of all the companies out there, what made you choose this one? 18:45: What are your biggest weaknesses? 22:10: What is a situation where you made a mistake, and how did you handle it? 26:00: What would you do if you came across something you didn't know how to do? 29:15: What is the difference between profiles and roles, and explain the Salesforce security framework. Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group Anita Unboxed

Imagine you've been a Salesforce professional for several years now. You've made remarkable progress since getting hired and are killing it at work, but that big raise or promotion you've been patiently waiting for is starting to feel like wishful thinking, and the success stories of other Salesforce professionals aren't lining up with your reality. What happened? If this situation hits close to home, we have good news for you! The six-figure salaries, growth opportunities, and career freedom we discuss on this show are very real and attainable - all you need is a little behind-the-scenes elbow grease. This episode will bring you up to speed on everything you need to know to level up your Salesforce game, get the most out of your career, and kiss those couch potato work habits goodbye. Handy Timestamps: 2:15: Brad and Anita share why challenging yourself at every step of your Salesforce career can launch you to new heights. 4:40: Does the professional branding ever stop? We go over some of the exciting opportunities that intentional networking can get you. 13:50: Anita breaks down the art of negotiating your raise and Brad breaks the job-hopping myth. 23:20: Here are some ways to keep your interview skills fresh after you land your job. 29:30: When you work from home (or are a Salesforce enthusiast), maintaining a work-life balance is a lot harder. We give some tips on how to set boundaries so you can keep your professional and personal life separate. 40:00: Brad outlines some of the powerful ways communication can influence your career. Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group

If you can relate to Brad's 12-year developing free streak, you might be interested but hesitant about programming-heavy career options. Sure, the other Salesforce roles involve some coding, but Developers are in a completely different ballpark…right? Buckle up as we journey into the wonderful (and occasionally misunderstood) world of Salesforce Developers with Tamara Chance. Along the way, we'll learn how she broke into developing with no background tech experience, why coding isn't as intimidating as it seems, and some handy tips for those looking to take up this role. This episode is packed with coding terminology, so keep an ear out! Handy Timestamps: 2:50: Tamara shares what made her commit to a four-month coding boot camp. 5:30: If you don't have a background in tech but want to get into developing, here are some things to keep in mind before taking the plunge. You might be surprised at what you already know! 11:00: Tamara walks us through what she really does all day. Spoiler alert: It's not all coding. 15:20: What certifications are ideal for people on the Developer path, and what might make someone well-suited for this role? 22:10: Even if the path to success is clear, it's not easy. Brad and Tamara discuss how the balance between pay, effort, skills, and interest can help you break into a job more efficiently. 25:50: Tamara shares some of her long-term goals and the tools that are important for new developers to know. 27:20: Can AI really beat the human touch in tech jobs? 31:25: Some key takeaways from today's episode. Links and Resources: TalentStacker.com/voicemail TalentStacker.com/start TalentStacker.com/cap TalentStacker LinkedIn Page Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group