Millions of people around the world are switching careers to tech. But you know what I realized? Many of them are not just chasing better salaries or remote work opportunities.
They want to make a difference.
The pandemic has given many people time to think about what matters to them. And increasingly, that's having a positive impact on the world.
That's why I'm excited about companies like Impact.tech. They're building a community and platform to help people transition into impactful tech careers.
The Challenge
The challenge many people face when trying to break into tech is knowing where to start. There are so many different paths, skills to learn, and companies to consider.
And if you specifically want to work for companies that are making a positive impact, that adds another layer of complexity. How do you identify these companies? How do you know if they're actually walking the walk, or just talking the talk?
The Solution
Impact.tech provides a platform and community to help people navigate this journey. They offer:
Career Guidance
- Resources to help people identify which tech roles align with their interests and skills
- Guidance on the skills and experience needed for different positions
- Advice on how to transition from other industries
Company Discovery
- A curated directory of companies working on impactful solutions
- Information about their missions, cultures, and job opportunities
- Insights into what it's really like to work at these companies
Community Support
- A network of like-minded people making similar career transitions
- Mentorship opportunities with people already working in impact tech
- Events and workshops to develop skills and make connections
Why This Matters
The tech industry has incredible power to solve the world's biggest challenges. But that only happens when talented, passionate people choose to work on these problems.
By making it easier for people to find and transition into impactful tech careers, Impact.tech is helping to accelerate the solutions we desperately need.
Whether that's climate change, healthcare accessibility, education equity, or any number of other challenges - we need all hands on deck.
And platforms like Impact.tech are making it easier for people to answer that call.