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April 30, 2024 27 mins

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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