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Take chances and stand out

Nick Taylor on January 05, 2019

This is my first time writing a post about career advice. This kind of advice is definitely not a one size fits all. Everyone has their own experie...
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Lautaro Lobo

I ussually go to meetups, and there's a really good way to stand out there. Build something, an app, component, website, another meetup, and share it there, así for help, reviews. It will for sure make your name be remembered (for a few days at least).

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Nick Taylor

Definitely. Thanks for sharing!

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Nick Taylor • Edited

Came across a very good example of standing out today. The candidate pitched themselves by creating a site using Webflow. For context, for those who are unaware, Vlad is the co-owner and CEO of Webflow.

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Theofanis Despoudis • Edited

Adding PRs for companies yu apply for is a great way to standout from the flock.

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Nick Taylor

This is a great Tweet thread on taking chances and standing out. Just in time for Christmas. 🎄