The Unicorn Finders

Hey Unicorn Family! In this LIVE episode Jake, Dan, and Taylor talk about burnout and their tips and tricks on how to navigate this subject.  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicornfinders Or follow us on Twitter! Jake Shepherd (sirjakeshep) Dan Thompson (dk_thom...

Hey Unicorn family! We are starting a new series where we go LIVE every week to discuss various topics that we are passionate about. This weeks topic is focused around why you always need to be networking! If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicornfinders Or follow us on...

Hey Blessing! In this episode we catch up with Jamon Holmgren on what is 'open source leadership'. We dive into open source development as well as learning to lead within an open source enviornment. If you are passionate about leadership and code then this is your episode!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedI...

Hey Unicorn family (aka a blessing). We are starting a new series where we go LIVE every week to discuss various topics that we are passionate about. This weeks topic is focused around why companies are bad at onboarding!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicornf...

Hey Blessing!! (this is what a group of Unicorns are called) we did a killer meetup last night on how to network like a pro! It's a long one but if you want specific tips and tricks on how to network then check out this podcast! If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicorn...

Hey Blessing (this is what a group of Unicorns are called so we're going with it!!) In this episode with catch up with Larry Long Jr. on his story of trying out for the MLB, winning in business, and where he finds the positivity and drive to be his best self every day! If you are looking for something to 'pick you up' after having a bad day...then this is your episode! If you need to reach out, em...

Hey Unicorn family! We are starting a new series where we go LIVE every week to discuss various topics that we are passionate about. This weeks topic is focused around why companies should care about branding/marketing right now and how to do it tastefully!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://...

Hey podcast family! In this episode we catch up with Sr. Developer Advocate at AWS and Founder/Trainer at React Native Training, Nader Dabit. Nader has been on my radar for a bit now with his community involvement. We talk about cross platform development at a high level and then dive into what 'DevRel' actually is and then talk about his favorite Halloween things!  If you need to reach out,...

Hey podcast family! In this episode we catch up with Johnny Crowder on his startup, Cope Notes, as he talks about his journey with mental health and what led him to start his company! If you are passionate about mental health and giving back to others then this is your podcast! If you want to reach out to Johnny to learn more about his product shoot him an email johnny@copenotes.com. If you need t...

Hey podcast family! In this episode Dan and Taylor breakdown how to leverage social media not only to find a job but how to create brand right now over the internets! If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicornfinders Or follow us on Twitter! Jake Shepherd (sirjakeshep) D...

Hey Unicorn Family! In this episode we catch up with Kyle Mumma on his startup, NextPlay, and how he wants to help leverage the network of college alums for athletes after their sports career is over.  If you have an idea about starting a business that you are super passionate about then this is your episode!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to foll...

Hey podcast family! In this episode we catch up with Aimee Knight (@Aimee_Knight) on how she went from junior developer to architect in a very short amount of time. Aimee also talks about how public speaking around the world catapulted her career! If you want a road map to growing your career this is a great episode!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to f...

Hey podcast family! In this episode we interview Danny Thompson (@DThompsonDev) on how he went from frying chicken in a gas station to turning down MULTIPLE job offers for his first development job to speaking at Google! If you are having a hard time just 'getting started' in your life or scared to switch jobs. This is an episode for you!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinder...

Hey podcast family! In this episode we interview Founder and CEO Jeff Kirschner about his company Litterati (www.litterati.org) and how he has developed a global community that's creating a litter free planet through social media and data. If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company...

Y-Combinator backed Founder – Aidan Cunniffe from Optic talks about finding the need and fixing it Join Unicorn Finders as they dive into full time start up founder and part time comedian, Aidan Cunniffe, on how to find the root of a problem and create creative solutions, educating a customer and pivoting until you find your sweet spot. Check out their product at useoptic.com. If you need to reach...

Hey podcast family! This episode is from a live stream that we did with NashJS, the JavaScript User Group out of Nashville, TN. We caught up on a variety of topics regarding the job search!  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicornfinders Or follow us on Twitter!...

Hey podcast family! In this episode we interview Jerome Hardaway who is an Airforce Veteran and founder of Vets Who Code (vetswhocode.io). We talk about the importance of hiring junior developers, why Jerome founded Vets Who Code, and how his organization operates!  Give Jerome a follow on Twitter! @jeromehardaway If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follo...

Hey podcast family! This is an continuation of our last episode on 'How to create a Personal Brand', however we take a little more of a tactical approach and give practical tips on how to get your personal brand rolling.  If you need to reach out, email info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: Head to our LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theunicornfi...

In this episode Dan, Jake, and Taylor talk about one of the areas they are most passionate about...personal branding. Many people do not know where to start or even what personal brand means. Hopefully after this episode you will have the building blocks to start forming your personal brand within your network. If you need to reach us, email info@theunicornfinders.com  If you want to follow u...

In this episode Dan, Taylor and Jake are joined by three guest hosts all with diverse experiences through technology and education. Dr Rose Lorenzo (Hackathon Jr), Chiitra Tibbs (Amazon) and Morgan Cates (Project Shift), join on this journey into exploring white privilege, broken systems, success stories and some solutions on bridging the systemic gap and countering injustice.

In this episode Dan, Jake, and Taylor break down how their businesses have changed during COVID and share some practical business tips on what to be mindful of moving forward.  If you need to reach us! Email us at info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: This podcast unicornfinders3 Jake Shepherd (sirjakeshep) Dan Thompson (dk_thompson) Taylor Desseyn (tdesseyn)

In this episode Jake, Dan, and Taylor discuss how companies should approach recruiting firms and the importance of partnering with a recruiting firm for the overall success of a company.  If you need to reach us! Email us at info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: This podcast (unicornfinders3) Jake Shepherd (sirjakeshep) Dan Thompson (dk_thompson) Taylor Desseyn...

In this episode Jake, Dan, and Taylor define and breakdown what a candidate/recruiter relationship should look like and the benefits it brings.  If you need to reach us! Email us at info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: This podcast (unicornfinders3) Jake Shepherd (sirjakeshep) Dan Thompson (dk_thompson) Taylor Desseyn (tdesseyn)

In this job market there are a lot of preconceived notions on what a recruiter is or isn't. In this episode Dan, Jake, and Taylor break down what a recruiter is supposed to look like in this job market.  If you need to reach us! Email us at info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: This podcast (unicornfinders3) Jake Shepherd (sirjakeshep) Dan Thompson (dk_thompson)...

Hey everyone! Jake, Dan, and Taylor tackle another important topic that is on everyone's minds right now...what do I do after I get the call that I am laid off? In this episode we start tackling the steps on how to get started in your job search.  Hope you enjoy!  If you need to reach us! Email us at info@theunicornfinders.com If you want to follow us on social media: This podcast (unico...