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Why Mentorship is Crucial in the Salesforce Ecosystem
Why Mentorship is Crucial in the Salesforce Ecosystem
Today on the Salesforce Admins Podcast, we talk to Warren Walters, Salesforce MVP and host of the Salesforce Mentor YouTube channel and website.
Join us as we chat about what admins and devs can learn from each other and why everyone can learn to code.
You should subscribe for the full episode, but here are a few takeaways from our conversation with Warren Walter.
The rise of the Admin-eloperIf you've ever taken a peek at Warren's content, you may have noticed that a lot of it is about learning how to code in Apex. So why have him on a podcast for admins? That's dev stuff, right?
Warren has noted that there's an increasing convergence between these two roles. Personally, I've gained confidence in implementing code because AI assists in clarifying the processes involved. Similarly, for developers, using declarative tools such as flows and formulas can be much simpler than crafting solutions in Apex.
In short, we're all becoming admin-elopers.
Why Salesforce Admins should learn to codeOne of the biggest misconceptions that Warren wants to dispel is that only geniuses can understand coding. The truth is that some of the best developers he knows are people who never went to school for it and taught themselves everything they know.
As an admin, you don't necessarily need to know how to build complex Apex customizations. A basic working knowledge of how programming works can get you far, especially when combined with all the declarative tools at your disposal.
Soft skills can help you build your careerFinally, Warren emphasizes the importance of honing your soft skills. A self-described introvert, he's found that focusing on becoming a better communicator has helped him find his way into new roles and bigger opportunities.
He also urges you to think about your personal branding or, as he puts it, "how you want to present yourself to the outside world." His YouTube channel has opened doors for him, but even something as simple as a portfolio can really help you stand out from the crowd.
There's a lot more great stuff from Warren about his experience as a consultant and as a mentor, so be sure to listen to the full episode. And don't forget to subscribe to hear more from the Salesforce Admins Podcast.
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