Rock Your Career: How 25 Years of Speaking has Helped My Career and More! (Recorded Live)

On July 2nd, 2019, I had the honor of speaking at the San Diego .NET User Group, marking a significant milestone in my career. It was a special occasion as it marked my 25th anniversary of speaking at user groups and conferences. It’s incredible to realize that I’ve been engaged in this pursuit for a quarter of a century – time seems to have flown by!

From the very beginning, my motivation has always been to assist aspiring software engineers and professionals in the industry. Looking back now, I can clearly see how speaking and teaching have immensely contributed to my personal and professional growth. Through my speaking engagements, I have been recognized as an expert in my field and even received the esteemed Microsoft MVP program recognition.

During that memorable session, I shared insights into my journey, including how it all began and how it eventually led to writing books and creating training videos. I also spoke about the remarkable experiences I’ve had speaking in various countries. Throughout the talk, I shared captivating stories and provided practical advice on how to initiate or enhance one’s public speaking skills. In celebration of this special anniversary, I arranged for four guest speakers to join me on stage, each offering their unique perspectives. The lineup ranged from one of my former students to my closest friend, and together, we shed light on their own journeys into public speaking and how it has positively impacted their careers.

Looking back on this significant event, I’m filled with gratitude for the opportunities I’ve had to share my knowledge and experiences with others. It’s been an extraordinary journey, and I’m eager to continue making a difference in the lives of those who aspire to succeed in the software engineering world.

Below, you will find the major segments of this 1-hour and 24-minute video, along with their respective timestamps. This will help you navigate to specific parts that pique your interest or that you may want to revisit.

1. Introduction and Welcome [00:00]
2. Getting Started in Public Speaking [05:30]
3. The Impact of Speaking on Career and Personal Life [15:45]
4. Recognition by the Microsoft MVP Program [26:12]
5. Guest Speaker 1: My Student’s Journey into Speaking [37:20]
6. Guest Speaker 2: How Speaking Transformed My Career [48:50]
7. Guest Speaker 3: From Novice to Seasoned Speaker [1:01:15]
8. Guest Speaker 4: Speaking as a Catalyst for Personal Growth [1:12:40]
9. Conclusion and Closing Remarks [1:20:10]

Feel free to explore any segment that captures your interest or revisit any valuable parts that resonate with you. Enjoy the video and embrace the exciting journey ahead!

Rock Your Career: How 25 Years of Speaking has Helped My Career and More! (Recorded Live) from David McCarter on Vimeo.

Reflecting on my own journey, it has been a thrilling and unpredictable ride. My sincere hope is that this session will inspire you to venture into public speaking, even if it’s initially within the confines of your workplace, addressing your own team. Remember, dedication and perseverance will ultimately reap rewards beyond measure!

Check out the podcast I did on this subject: Special Episode: How Speaking Can Help Your Career with David McCarter.