Dive into Gabriel Nwajiaku's incredible journey from a disciplined Taekwondo black belt to a pioneering force in the tech industry as a senior information security analyst. Gabriel's story, embedded with lessons from his time as an army veteran and his unparalleled resilience, offers a masterclass in how discipline, creativity, and dedication can be your greatest allies in carving a niche in the tech world.In this enlightening conversation, Gabriel opens up about the highs and lows of his transition, the importance of networking, facing challenges head-on, and the role faith played in his success. From being underestimated to becoming a tech titan, Gabriel's path is a testament to the power of perseverance and the endless opportunities tech offers.Are you captivated by cybersecurity or aiming for tech greatness? Gabriel spills the beans on how to break into and excel in the tech industry, making this a must-watch for anyone looking to revolutionize their career trajectory.Guest Info:Gabriel NwajiakuTiktok: @getaheadgabe#FromTaekwondotoTechTitan #TechCareers #CyberSecurity #SalesTraining #TechJobs #ResilienceInTech #TechSuccessStories #JourneyToTechGreatness #TechIndustryInsightsCHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro0:39 - Preview1:50 - Gabriel Wu's College Journey4:56 - Personal Growth Experiences7:52 - Authenticity vs Appeasement10:31 - Technology and Faith Intersection18:02 - Breaking Into Tech & Scaling Income19:10 - Parental Reaction to Tech Career21:30 - Embracing the Process23:11 - Vision-Aligned Partnerships25:17 - Non-Coding Tech Jobs26:17 - Cyber Security Career Insights27:08 - Workplace Value & Discernment30:13 - Future Warfare and Technology32:13 - AI Threats to Security34:50 - Impact on Small Businesses37:20 - Top Tech Careers & Salaries38:40 - Tech Privacy in Cars44:54 - Technology's Influence on Dating47:54 - Importance of Physical Fitness52:30 - Financial Hierarchies56:31 - Overcoming Racism for Success56:49 - Problem-Solving SpecificityLet us know what questions you want us to ask our future tech guests and what kind of guests we should interview.Got any questions? Click Here To Check Out ALL Recommended Bootcamps, Discounts & FAQshttps://direct.me/imjustcyrusHere are the 2 bootcamps we most recommend! 1. Careerist (the bootcamp I chose) These courses are 6 weeks long, virtual and are 8pm - 10:30pm Sun- Thur (Eastern). They record their classes In case you miss any. They are not partnered with tech companies, but they fix your resume & LinkedIn to industry standards and they assist you with finding jobs to apply to - in order to help set you up on interviews. They also do interview coaching & provide really good interview cheat sheets. They’re about $5k, but I have a $300 discount link that you use with their sales too! The discount Is attached to the link automatically.Careerist Discount Link: ?https://crst.co/cyrus2. CourseCareers is self paced. You can finish it in 3 weeks or 3 months. They offer tech sales roles only & are partnered with tech companies, so they’re usually able to get you a tech career quickly or a paid internship (up to $21/hr) while you wait to get hired on. They only offer courses for people in North America. They’re just $449 with my discount code that gives you $50 off! Discount Code: Cyrus50CourseCareers Website Here ??https://coursecareers.com/ref/8071/Keep me posted on your journey! Instagram: @Imjustcyrus | @TechIsTheNewBlack Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC46FZVPyI8FD6tkDyY3oX-gInterested in being a guest or recommending a guest?! We are looking for more guests who are Startup founders, senior level and tech influencers! If you fit this category, fill out our guest request form here: https://www.techisthenewblack.com/Podcast Host: Cyrus Harbin / @ImjustcyrusDirector of Photography: Eric Bates / @IamEricBatesAudio Engineer: @IamEricBatesExecutive Producer: @ImjustcyrusSenior Producer: Rhea Dawkins / @RsvpmepleaseAssociate Producer: Auzsha Gardner / @Auzarella , @IamEricBatesVideo Editor: