From Small Town to Big Tech Success with Janetta Dunbar | Episode 002

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Career Downloads, Manuel Martinez sits down with Janetta Dunbar, a multi-talented professional with a diverse background. Janetta shares her inspiring journey from growing up near Fort Worth, Texas, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and tech professional in Las Vegas. With experiences ranging from serving in the Army to working as a TV technical director, Janetta provides valuable insights into career transitions, the importance of networking, and overcoming challenges in the tech industry.

Host: Manuel Martinez
Guest: Janetta Dunbar

Key Topics:
- Early life and education.
- College experiences and switching declared majors.
- Navigating career changes and expectations.
- Starting a family and a home business.
- Getting back into tech after learning about new technologies
- Career transitions and growth
- Personal insights and advice

Memorable Quotes:
"You quit before you quit, right? A lot of times, you quit in your head before you actually leave."

"Networking is huge. Schools don’t teach the power of it, but it’s often who you know that gets you in the door."

"I got a call from a recruiter who told me I was grossly underpaid."

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