Building Connections and Community at Epic WebConf with Taylor Desseyn
In this episode, Kent chats with Taylor Desseyn, VP of Global Development at Torque.dev and an experienced conference emcee, about the power of networking, career development, and making meaningful connections at events like Epic WebConf. Taylor shares insights from his years in the talent and tech space, his passion for helping developers land their dream jobs, and why in-person events are game-changers for career growth. They also discuss his role as an emcee and how he brings energy, humor, and connection to every conference he’s part of.
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Show Notes
Taylor Desseyn, VP of Global Development at Torque.dev and host of the Guidance Counselor 2.0 podcast, joins Kent to discuss his role as an emcee at Epic WebConf and the importance of networking in tech. Taylor shares insights on how developers can maximize their time at conferences, from preparing in advance to actively building meaningful connections.
Taylor emphasizes the value of in-person events, explaining how they provide an opportunity to deepen online relationships, connect with industry leaders, and open doors to new career opportunities. He also shares practical career advice, including how to effectively network, follow up after events, and leverage platforms like LinkedIn to build professional relationships.
Kent and Taylor also discuss the role of an emcee in setting the tone for a conference, the importance of humor and energy in engaging an audience, and Taylor’s excitement to bring his hosting experience to Salt Lake City for Epic WebConf.
Meet Taylor at Epic Web Conf.
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Host: Kent C. Dodds
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