In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we dive deep with Sharif Shaalan, Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer, author of Salesforce For Beginners, and CEO of Agile Cloud Consulting. With over 14 years in the Salesforce ecosystem, Sharif shares his journey from freelancing to leading a thriving consultancy serving nonprofits and higher education.
Key Takeaways:
- What makes a great team: Problem-solving, execution, and trust
- Advice for job seekers: Why understanding the "why" behind technology matters
- Starting a Salesforce career: Insights from the author of Salesforce for Beginners
- Behind the scenes: The magic of Cairo Dreamin’ and Agile Cloud’s weekly comics
Whether you're breaking into the Salesforce space, growing your technical expertise, or dreaming of launching your own consultancy, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration. Tune in now to learn from one of the industry's most passionate leaders!
- Cairo Dreamin'
- https://www.cairodreamin.com/
- Salesforce For Beginners
- https://www.amazon.com/Salesforce-Beginners-step-step-marketing-dp-1803239107/dp/1803239107/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
- Agile Cloud Consulting Comics
- https://agilecloudconsulting.com/agile-clouds-comic/
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