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12 Rules of Working in Tech
12 Rules of Working in Tech
- Silicon Valley Lessons for a Flexible and Fulfilling Career -
- Silicon Valley Lessons for a Flexible and Fulfilling Career -
The Author: Sara Edgar
Publication Date: January 1st, 2025
Key Takeaways from This Book
Key Takeaways from This Book
✔ Reimagine your work-life balance and discover what truly matters to you
✔ Learn actionable steps to achieving career freedom and flexibility
✔ Gain insights into working with top global talent in the Tech industry
✔ Design a career path that aligns with your personal and financial goals
✔ Take the first step toward a more fulfilling and independent life
Who Should Read This Book?
Who Should Read This Book?
📌 Dream of spending more time with your family
📌 Want to prioritize your personal life while excelling in your career
📌 Long to travel the world while working
📌 Desire a life that revolves around your passions
📌 Aspire to work with the best leaders in the world
📌 Seek financial freedom and build wealth effortlessly
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About This Book
About This Book
Key Takeaway from This Book
Are You Truly Satisfied with Your Work Life?
Are You Truly Satisfied with Your Work Life?
Long commutes, endless meetings, and following orders—does this sound familiar? If you've ever questioned your current work style, then 12 Rules of Working in Tech is the book that could transform your future. This book is your guide to rethinking work, embracing flexibility, and designing a career that aligns with your lifestyle.
5 Traits of Future-Shaping Tech Companies
What This Book Offers
What This Book Offers
Author Sara Edgar once navigated the traditional corporate culture in Japan, only to discover a revolutionary way of working in Silicon Valley’s Tech Ecosystem. This book unpacks 12 Essential Rules that challenge conventional work norms and introduce a new paradigm of success.
Tech companies from the San Francisco Bay Area offer more than just remote work or flexible hours. Imagine unlimited paid leave, the ability to work from anywhere, world-class benefits, and performance-based transparency. More importantly, these workplaces cultivate creativity and autonomy—where you work with the world’s brightest minds rather than just working for a company.
12 Rules of Working in Tech
12 Essential Rules of Working in Tech
12 Essential Rules of Working in Tech
Meetings Start in Silence
Embrace Self-Direction
Focus on Your Strengths
Brief Before You Pitch
Learn by Imitation:
Build Your Visibility
The Power of True Downtime
Annual Strategy on Two Pagers
Async Communication
Beyond the Status Report
Embrace Learning Opportunities
Data Speaks Volumes
About The Author
About The Author
Digital Content & SEO Leader with a passion for food, technology, and data-driven strategy. Currently leading content and SEO for a San Francisco-based tech company, driving global brand visibility and audience engagement.
Her career began in the health and food industry, where she quickly became a top-performing TV presenter, consistently exceeding sales records. Later, as an COO in the health sector, she launched a thriving gluten-free and vegan food startup, demonstrating her entrepreneurial drive and digital marketing expertise.
A Medical Nutritionist and Food Journalist, she has explored over 70 countries in search of the world’s most unforgettable food experiences. Her passion for real food fuels her storytelling through digital content.
Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: Are you happy for your work?
Chapter 1: Are you happy for your work?
The Reality of Working in Japanese Society
Exploring Alternative Career Paths
Decoding Silicon Valley Tech Companies
The Defining Traits of Future-Shaping Tech Companies
Work is Work, But Life is Calling
Chapter 2: 8 Perks of Working for a Tech Company
Chapter 2: 8 Perks of Working for a Tech Company
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Work From Anywhere in the World
Collaborate with Best Global Talent
World-Class Benefits
360 Degree Evaluation Reviews
Deep Work Week to Focus
A Six-Figure Salary Isn’t Considered High Income
Early Access to Company Stock
Chapter 3: 12 Rules for Thriving in Tech
Chapter 3: 12 Rules for Thriving in Tech
Meetings Start in Silence: Respect for Preparation
Your Boss Won't Hold Your Hand: Embrace Self-Direction
Ditch What You're Bad At: Focus on Your Strengths
Document Before You Pitch: Clarity is Key
Learn by Imitation: Model Success
Get Noticed by Global Stakeholders: Build Your Visibility
Disconnect to Recharge: The Power of True Downtime
Annual Strategy on Two Pages: Focus on the Big Picture
Async Communication: Less Meetings, More Productivity
Visualize Your Learnings: Beyond the Status Report
Embrace Learning Opportunities: Invest in Yourself
Data Speaks Volumes: Back Up Your Claims
Chapter 4: How to Find the Right Company
Chapter 4: How to Find the Right Company
Define Your "Tags": What Makes You Unique?
Multiply Your "Tags": Become a Specialist
Craft Your One-Page Pitch: Showcase Your Value
LinkedIn as Your Playground: Search by Tags, Roles, and Industries
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