The Imposter Syndrome Network Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Join Chris Grundmann and Zoe Rose in the poignant and heartfelt final episode of the Imposter Syndrome Network podcast. 

As they wrap up an incredible journey with their 100th episode, Chris and Zoe take a nostalgic look back at the episodes that made an impact, the lessons learned, and the experiences shared. They delve into the recurring themes of community, overcoming self-doubt, and the realization that no one is truly alone in their struggles.

In this episode, you'll hear about the transformative power of conversations, the importance of support systems, and the profound insights gained from guests who opened up about their own battles with imposter syndrome. 

Whether you're a long-time listener or tuning in for the first time, this episode is a touching tribute to the podcast's legacy and a celebration of the authentic connections forged along the way.

Don't miss the emotional and inspiring conclusion to a series that has touched countless lives.

So long and thanks for all the fish

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Today, we have a special treat for you as we delve into the life and career of our own Chris Grundemann. Known for his insightful interviews and technical expertise, Chris takes the hot seat to share his remarkable journey.

Chris takes us through the diverse career roles and paths he's navigated, and shares how his passion for technology led him to take on various positions, balancing employment with entrepreneurial ventures while raising his children. 

He discusses the challenges of dealing with impostor syndrome, especially in a field where he didn't fit the traditional mold of an entrepreneur, and from the perspective of someone without a formal education. 

Chris also shares personal anecdotes about his early life, the ironies of starting a career to avoid people only to find himself in roles requiring significant communication, and his intrinsic motivation to take initiative and try out ideas himself.

Don't miss this captivating conversation where we uncover some of the layers that make up the man that is Chris Grundemann.

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"My driving force is learning…
 as long as I'm learning, then it's cool. 
We can get through this."
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Chris' Links: 

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cgrundemann/ 
• Blog: https://chrisgrundemann.com/index.php/blog/ 
• Modern Autodidactism: https://medium.com/modern-autodidactism 
• Network Automation Forum: https://networkautomation.forum 
• FullCtl: https://www.fullctl.com/ 
• IX-Denver: https://ix-denver.org/
• OIX: https://www.oix.org/

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In this episode, we chat with Steve Dodd, a seasoned network engineer with a career spanning over two decades.

Steve shares his accidental stumble into networking, his growth through working on increasingly larger networks, and his current role at Slack, where he navigates the complexities of cloud-based networking.

We explore the parallels between his passion for skiing and his approach to networking, emphasizing the importance of consistency, practice, and being open to coaching and feedback.

Steve also reflects on the influence of mentors and thought leaders in his career, despite never having met them, highlighting the impact of their writings and presentations on his professional development.

Join us for this insightful conversation with Steve Dodd, as we uncover the lessons learned from both the mountains and the digital landscape.

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Rock climbing is a practice of failure.
You fall a lot, but each fall is an opportunity to learn.
It’s not about avoiding failure; it’s about mitigating risk and having a backup plan.
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Steve's Links:

• LinkedIn

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Hello and welcome to the Imposter Syndrome Network Podcast, where everyone belongs, especially if you think you don't.

Today's guest is Ethan Banks, Co-Founder of Packet Pushers.

In this episode, we learn about a typical day in the life of a professional podcaster. He walks us through his professional path, beginning with Novell administration work, moving on to Microsoft, state government using Cisco devices, and finally becoming a full-time podcaster.

Ethan explains the value of effective communication and how it will help us build better relationships with our bosses.

We talk about the uses of certifications early on in our career, the importance of teamwork in our line of work, and what to do when you accidentally shut down a government network, leaving 3500 people in the dark.

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“Sometimes opportunities are presented to you and you're like:

 oh, I don't know if I can do it. 

Just do it, give it a shot. You don’t know ‘till you try.”

Ethan Banks

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If you want to keep the talk going, join our LinkedIn Group.

Send us a message, we would love to hear from you.

 Chris Grundemann

 Zoe Rose

Links:

●     https://ethancbanks.com/

●     https://twitter.com/ecbanks

●     https://packetpushers.net/

●     Book: https://amzn.to/3PdLbat

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Episode 0 - this is the trailer!

Chris Grundemann and Zoë Rose introduce ourselves and talk a bit about why we decided to start this podcast. We both work in, on, and around technology and we both suffer from imposter syndrome. We are also both amazed at all the different roles and opportunities there are within the umbrella of "tech."

So, we started this podcast to explore all the various ways anyone can work in technology - and to highlight that even the most successful folks out there still make mistakes and have to deal with imposter syndrome.

The goal of the ISN podcast is to shine a light on the myriad ways people can apply their passion for technology and to encourage others to pursue their own tech-related passions, no matter what.

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If you want to keep the conversation going, join our LinkedIn Group.

You can also find us on Twitter:
Chris Grundemann
Zoe Rose

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Today we chat with Professor Gihan Dias, who is widely regarded as the father of the Internet in Sri Lanka. He brought the Internet to his country, starting from his post-graduate studies in California, where he first encountered the technology.

We dive into his career journey from setting up the first e-mail system, the Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN), and the LK domain registry, to his current work on cyber safety, e-learning, and language. He reveals his problem-solving and innovation philosophy, guiding him throughout his career.

Gihan talks about how he overcame the challenges and seized the opportunities he faced in bringing the Internet to Sri Lanka, as well as the skills and technologies he learned along the way. He also shares his passion for making the Internet more accessible, secure, and effective for the people of Sri Lanka.

Join us for this fascinating interview with our friend Professor Gihan Dias.

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If something doesn't work, that's not the end of the world.
Just try again.
Back up, maybe move to a different action, and try again.
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Gihan's Links: 

• LinkedIn
• Internet Hall of Fame
• Google Scholar

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In this episode, we chat with Josh Snowhorn, the founder and CEO of Quantum Loophole, a data center company that is building the biggest data center campus in the world, with the most amount of power and fiber.

Josh shares his career journey, from how skipping work to go surfing accidentally got into telecom and data center sales, to becoming a leader and innovator in the interconnection industry, working for companies like Terremark, Verizon, Cincinnati Bell, and CyrusOne.

He also talks about the role and challenges of being a CEO and reveals some of his mentors and influences, such as Manny Medina and Gary Wojtaszek, who pushed him to achieve things he didn’t think he could.

This is a fascinating and inspiring conversation that you don’t want to miss!

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Do what you love
If you're miserable it's going to make everybody else miserable around you.
So move on, go somewhere else, do something else, and follow your passions.
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Josh's Links: 

• LinkedIn
• Quantum Loophole

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Today we chat with Phil McKinney, a successful business person and innovator who has been the CTO of HP and the CEO of Cable Labs.

We explore Phil’s career journey from starting as a software engineer and working on projects such as the original Mac, biometric security, and computer graphics, to leading the innovation program at HP and creating products that earned HP a spot on Fast Company’s list of the most innovative companies.

He shares some of the lessons and insights he learned along the way, as well as some of the mentors and influences that shaped his thinking.

Phil talks about his views on the difference between invention and innovation, and how he learned to communicate and collaborate with different roles and functions within an organization.

Join us for this inspiring interview with our friend Phil McKinney.

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The question we would always ask in a pitch session was,
“Will this play in Iowa?”
Doesn't matter whether it plays in Silicon Valley or in New York.
Those are bubbles.
If you're looking to have a broad impact, you need to have an understanding of what people are dealing with on a day-to-day basis.
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Phil's Links: 

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Blog
• Hacking Autism
• Podcast (Killer Innovations)
• Book (Beyond the Obvious)
• CableLabs
• Wikipedia

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Our guest today is Doug Madory, the director of Internet analysis at Kentik.

He shares his journey from being a curious kid who transcribed games from magazines to becoming a world-renowned expert in Internet measurement and data analysis.

Doug explains what Internet analysis is and how he uses data to uncover the secrets and mysteries of the Internet infrastructure. He also talks about his work at various startups and companies, such as Renesys, Dyn, Oracle, and Kentik, and some of the patents and publications he has authored or co-authored.

We discuss the value of asking questions, learning from mistakes, and supporting your salespeople. We also delve into the challenges and benefits of remote work, especially for new hires and interns, and how to network and connect with people at conferences.

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I'm here to lobby for the role of an analyst.
Going  into a a data set and figure out what's interesting and be able to tell that story to other folks is, I think, an underappreciated skill set.
I intend to be doing it until the day I die.

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Doug's Links: 

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Wikipedia

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Our guest today is Stan Barber, a veteran IT professional with 40 years of experience in networking and internet technologies.

He shares his journey from being a computer systems administrator at a medical college to working for various internet service providers to joining Google Fiber and beyond.

From a rather non-technical background of studying biochemistry and psychology in college, he explains how he uses what he learned and applies the scientific method to his way of looking at problems.

We will talk about Stan’s insights and challenges on topics such as IPv6 adoption, network automation, balancing management and technology roles, and how it felt to be the “old person in the room” when he started at Google.

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IT is always changing, so you need to remember that you need to keep learning.
Always look for opportunities to learn.
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Stan's Links: 

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Blog 
• Texas IPv6 Work Force 
• Consulting

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Thanks for being an imposter - a part of the Imposter Syndrome Network (ISN)!

Make it a great day.