From Early Coding to CIO: Jason Frame's Tech Leadership Journey | Career Downloads Ep035

Описание: In this episode of Career Downloads, host Manuel Martinez interviews Jason Frame, Chief Information Officer at Southern Nevada Health District, about his fascinating journey from coding games on an Apple IIe to leading technology initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jason shares valuable insights on technology leadership, career growth, and the skills needed to advance in the tech industry. From his early days typing code from magazines to managing major IT systems for public health, Jason offers practical advice for anyone looking to grow their technology career.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
Jason's early tech experiences with Apple IIe and Commodore 64 (04:05)
Transitioning from programming to leadership roles (17:10)
How to communicate achievements to management effectively (29:00)
The importance of continuous learning in technology careers (38:55)
Jason's approach to hiring: "I hire for fit and train for skill" (54:20)
Why stepping outside your comfort zone accelerates career growth (47:15)
Practical job interview and negotiation strategies (58:05)

Jason emphasizes the importance of developing both technical and soft skills throughout your career, building relationships, and never being afraid to ask for opportunities.

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ABOUT JASON FRAME:
Jason Frame is the CIO at Southern Nevada Health District, where he leads IT initiatives for public health services across the Las Vegas area. With extensive experience in software development, project management, and technology leadership, Jason provides valuable perspective on navigating a successful technology career.
LinkedIn:   / framejason  

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Career Downloads, hosted by Manuel Martinez, features conversations with technology professionals who share their career journeys, challenges, and advice. Each episode aims to help listeners understand how successful tech professionals have managed their careers and uncover strategies that viewers can implement in their own career development.

DETAILED TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Introduction and welcome
00:37 - About Jason Frame and Southern Nevada Health District
01:41 - Overview of Southern Nevada Health District's role
02:18 - COVID-19 response and health district responsibilities
03:24 - Geographical coverage of Southern Nevada Health District
04:00 - Jason's background growing up in Nevada
04:05 - First experiences with technology (Apple IIe, Atari)
05:34 - Learning to code from magazines as a kid
06:35 - Educational journey at UNLV
08:03 - Finding passion in coding and problem-solving
09:13 - Programming education before Google existed
12:03 - First tech job experiences and hardware work
13:49 - Internship programming for HR systems
15:38 - Career stability and longevity at one company
17:10 - Transitioning from technical roles to leadership
20:27 - The evolution of IT specialization vs. generalization
23:15 - Building diverse skills beyond your core expertise
26:03 - Effective ways to communicate with management
29:00 - How to showcase achievements without bragging
31:52 - Creating a culture of recognizing team contributions
34:30 - Leadership approach to employee career development
38:55 - Resources for continuous learning and growth
41:18 - Importance of public speaking skills
45:00 - Leadership books and recommendations
47:15 - Stepping out of your comfort zone for growth
50:06 - Planning for technology futures and budgeting
52:08 - Building employee experience and customer experience
54:20 - Hiring philosophy: "Hire for fit, train for skill"
56:30 - Job application advice and qualification requirements
58:05 - Interview strategies and negotiation tips
01:00:36 - Networking and professional community involvement
01:03:12 - Final advice for career growth in technology
01:06:55 - Closing thoughts and how to connect with Jason

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