She Went From $40k To $400k IN 6 MONTHS! (Road 2 QA)
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- Jennifer Gaddis is the founder of "Road2QA", which is a quality software/QA tester bootcamp that prepares and assists people to land roles in the tech industry. She and her husband went from the couch, to the blow up bed & now they live in view of the beach! Let us know what you think about her story and check out her bootcamp www.roadtoqa.com/?r_done=1
She Went From $40k To $400k IN 6 MONTHS! (Road 2 QA)
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I took her course over a year ago, changed my life! I was able to make over $200k in less than 6 months after landing my first role. She’s the real deal.
That's fantastic to hear! Jen has certainly made a significant impact.
I was skeptical of her…so I backed out, maybe I’ll consider now after hearing your pov. Thank you!
$200k in 6 months! Hmmm, you definitely found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow as that is extremely rare in tech.
@@kelgbrown007that’s because they’re working multiple jobs.
@@carryingwithchenell8407 I see so many bootcamps and it's so overwhelming. I don't know what I am paying for. Am I paying for the education or paying for brand? I just wonder that to myself. I will keep researching. This is interesting. ❤
That’s my moms💙💙 she’s amazing
Your mom is amazing!
she is amazing. much love from Johannesburg South Africa
I am at $6,800 a week, doing 2 jobs. Never thought I'd do it but I got a new job and didn't quit the 1st job. My plan was to quit the 1st job once my laptop for the new job came. However, once it came I decided to run both jobs for a month..once both checks started coming in..I was hooked!!
That's an impressive hustle! It's great to see your hard work paying off.
@@thedreamcarguy1385 Sure...
Omggg thats good money.
What kind of hours are you working? With two jobs do you have time to do other things in your life?
@amymomo The 2 jobs are remote and sometimes I have total of 3 meetings between both jobs..
I love seeing Black people win because, everything is against us in this country. I have been following her career since her first QA Job. Congratulations and continued success.
Absolutely, representation matters! Thanks for your support!
How are you oppressed in the year 2023?
I like seeing black people win too but saying "EVERYTHING" is against us in this country is just completely untrue. There are challenges yes but were not victims.
I agree it is extremely hard for black people. I am glad blacks are happy 😁 when others are doing well. I am happy she is doing well.
You're contradicting yourself. If bl$&_s are making it then everything is not against you. By definition if everything was against you there'd be zero successful in your group and zero ways to become successful when in fact there is not. Some people choose to engage in individually decided action that is against their own best interest because it is encouraged by the political party that they vote for. Having 72% of all your children born out of wedlock perpetuates crime poverty and mental illness. No one is making your group make bad decisions except for the party you love to vote for. And you don't make a very convincing victim anyway give me a break.
Got my first job in tech last year as QA 3 months into her course 🎉
We love these kinds of testimonies!
Do you have any certs? And congratulations
Can i email you?
I've seen black couples working in tech move to Thailand, Mexico, Colombia, Netherlands, Switzerland, etc. Just read an article about lots of black people moving out of the US. This was a cool story. I have a cousin that job stacked as a data analyst. Between 3 jobs she was over 200k. She also wants to move to Mexico lol
Sounds like an adventurous and financially savvy cousin! Moving abroad while working in tech can provide some exciting opportunities.
Yessss we are leaving i am part of a group of black women creating a life of ease and leaving the US. The great migration started during covid.
@@techisthenewblack For real! I am seriously thinking about Thailand. The cost of living is a fraction of what we pay here.
@@jaegee3716 may you please share/explain.... or is the group closed to others. what is this group?
The netherlands is like the US, dont bother to come here also working to get out 😂
From the Blow up bed to the beach sounds like a good Book. Sis write it!✍️🏾
Absolutely! Her journey is fascinating.
Def a fire book title
I love the interview and she have done well for herself. I can definitely relate to her journey. Been in Tech for 9 years now and have held 8 jobs simultaneously. Looking to one day tell my story.
15:50 she literally embodied “your life can change in just one week”🔥that’s amazing! Grateful to be put on to this bootcamp so I can go through this path
Absolutely! One week can be a game-changer.
That ain’t one week that is overnight
Thank you for interviewing Jennifer because she is changing peoples lives with the Road to QA program! I’m grateful that I found her boot camp and I look forward to pivoting in my career. ❤
She was an amazing guest. I loved interviewing her and definitely want to interview both her and her husband together in the future.
Thank you so much 🙏💕
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
Thank you for this interview. ❤ I can’t wait to start my QA journey. This interview has really confirmed what God wants for me. Jennifer thanks for sharing your truth. 🙌🏽
I’m sorry. I know I asked a question on someone else’s comment but I’m jotting them down as I watch the video? Will there be an extension course for the different avenues she mentioned beyond QA? Data analyst, BA, scrum master, etc.?
Jenni is the absolute best! Helped me land my first QA job. She is such an amazing person and truly cares about her students and their success
💯💯💯💯 same here!!!!
That's awesome! Congrats on landing your QA job with Jenni's help. She's indeed a fantastic mentor.
Congratulations! How long did it take you to complete the program and land the job?
@@rocqsteady it took me about a year because I stopped studying for a few months (life just life-ing)and then got serious with it. I started applying October of 2022 and started my position March 2023. But there are people who didn’t stop like i did and landed roles quickly. It’s really up to you
@@dreamichele8063how much are you making right now if you don’t mind me asking
I’m soooooo freaking happy to see this!!! I took Jen QA course and got into Tech because of her. I then found your page, started following you and you have responded and given great advice to everything I’ve sent or asked! Love this man!!! Go Jen! Go Cy!
That's fantastic to hear!
How long after the bootcamp were you able to get a job?
Jenni's program is a self paced program. I received an offer after being in the market for 6 weeks@@jehoia87
@jehoia87 3 months
I’m in her program, it is next level! I’m on my way to pivoting very soon
Let’s go!❤
I've secured a role through her program. Jenni is a real one ,🤗🤗🤗💯💯💯💯
@@ss1nga👀👀👀 how much was the starting salary? (If you don’t mind me asking)
That's fantastic to hear! Best of luck on your journey in her program.
All the best to you. :--). I wish so much of this information was available to me just 5 years ago. I think I want to start with her in the spring coming up.
It is so refreshing to see my people finally experience the lifestyle in tech that I've enjoyed for the past 21 years.
She's successful and looks like Queen Latifah from the 90s...
Salute Queen 👸🏽
Absolutely, she's amazing! Salute to her!
I didn’t see either of you guys until after I had already chosen and completed Careerist, but I’ve followed and learned from you both in the job application process. I’m watching this after completing my first week in QA.
That's awesome! Congratulations on completing your first week in QA, and I'm glad to hear that you've been following and learning from both Careerist and Tech is the New Black. Keep up the great work in your new role!
🎉🎉🎉🎉 Congrats on getting a roll and completing your first week
@TheJFrost1117 it's now 3-4 months later. How's the QA life treating you??
I'm a 41 yr old woman, mother and wife, who's been a caregiver for over 20 years now. I'm looking for a complete change in careers.
I always come back to @techisthenewblack looking for inspiration because I truly believe in him and his guests.
Works getting hard again. I make barely over min wage, and without overtime and a side gig, we would sink.
Though I thank God for the ability to perform the overtime and the side gig- I'm ready to "work smarter, not harder" you know?
So here I am, back on TH-cam, scrolling thru #techisthenewblack newest interviews, looking for one that is preferably a female and calls out to me.
And here I am!
This could finally be it!!
How can I apply my natural caregiving abilities to a career in tech? I can't wait to find out!!
She is absolutely right!! I am. QA Tester and it has opened so many opportunities. (Scrum Master, Busn Analyst, Manual Tester, 508 Testing, etc ) I’d like to join forces!
That's fantastic to hear about your journey and the opportunities QA testing has opened up for you!
How long did it take you to get a job?
This by far was one of my absolute favorite episodes! Her story and how she put her whole family on is so commendable. I am in awe of the work she's done and the way she has elevated her entire family and so many other people.
It's truly remarkable how her journey has not only transformed her life but also uplifted her entire family and community. Inspirational stories like hers can motivate and empower others.
Jenni so transparent and the QA program is awesome! Her and her team constantly updates everything❤
That's great to hear!
This is so good, I had to watch twice! Wish I found out about road2QA before I signed up for the other courses you promote. Def would’ve preferred to spend my money with a business owner who looks like me and I can better relate to. And her voice is so soothing!
Glad you found it valuable! Representation matters, and it's great you resonate with this platform. Keep learning and growing!
I was literally thinking the same. I just signed up for Yellow Tail. Lol this would have been a cheaper route.
I have been sitting on her course for months. I signed up to get the information but honestly it's so many tech courses and trainings it can get very confusing. I'm so glad Jennifer came on and introduced who she is to the tech world and I feel better now with my decision to take her course.
That's great to hear! Best of luck with Jennifer's course and your tech journey.
Let us know how its going
Update??
Did you finish the course?
Amazing interview....the lady is humble, inspiring 🙌 and I pray God will lift her higher. Thanks for another brilliant interview. This is one of the BEST!
Glad you enjoyed the interview! Inspiring indeed!
Her program has been such a blessing in my life. This interview was absolutely amazing!!!!
Same here!!! I’m about to jump back into the market again!
@@TereiaRoyal-vc5zb You got this 💯
That's wonderful to hear! Education and mentorship can be life-changing. Keep up the great work!
💯💯💯💯💯💯
How is everything going with the course so far ? I’m interested myself.
She dropped the mic at the end and probably didn't even know it. The entire time I was watching this, I was thinking she really resonates with me because she is so down to earth. And what do you know ,the very last thing she said, is to "show up authentically." She walked the walk the entire interview! So inspiring!
Indeed! Authenticity shines through. Inspired by her genuine approach!
Absolutely phenomenal interview! Thank You all tremendously 😊!!!
Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!
Jen is the real deal! I found her after I finished my qa bootcamp at careerist but I still learn from her!
Hey, how was your experience with careerist? Have you landed a job?
@@jay_hovita my experience was good! I did land a job actually, and I actually did an interview with Cyrus maybe 2 months ago, the video title is “From fitness instructor to QA” on the page! Go check it out😁
Absolutely, Jen is a wealth of knowledge and inspiration!
Thank you so much for this episode, I really need this one! Jennifer and her platform are really changing lives. I'm so grateful I found this channel. Thank you!
You're so welcome!
Amazing interview and information!! I can’t wait to take her course!!
You should! Thanks for watching!
Im excited about this interview!!!!
Thanks for watching!
Hats Off to this Sister...So Happy for her....And thankful for sharing the knowledge!
Absolutely! She's incredible!
Amazing interview & I agree with the word you used before the interview….. enriching !!!! Thank you for the gems.
Thanks for watching!
This is awesome! I am so glad I came across this video
Glad you enjoyed it!
O MY LORD!!! just minutes into this episode has me smiling, lauging and enjoying her amazing success story. She is an inspiration. I am just starting my journey into tech and I am hooked with all the new things I am learning. And excited for the future. But I am so fascinated by this QA Career. Definitely connecting with Jenni.!! My family needs this opportunity.
It's incredible to hear how inspired you are by her journey! Wishing you all the best as you embark on your own tech journey.
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I love jenni so much! I’ve taken her course over a year ago and internship! Definitely worth it for anyone considering it. Just put the work in and don’t give up! Watch the outcome from there.
That's awesome to hear! Jenni's course and internship must be amazing. Keep up the great work!
What is your job?
Such an inspiration!!! She is something special. Even though I’m taking the QA course at Careerist, I’m definitely gonna check her program out!! Thank you for interviewing her!
You're welcome! Jennifer is indeed an inspiration, and exploring her program could be a great choice to complement your QA course. Best of luck with your tech journey!
@@techisthenewblack Thank you Cyrus! I appreciate the well wishes and what you bring to the community. You’re the reason I went to Careerist. Keep doing great things!!!
I admire people who think outside the box. My boyfriend does the exact same thing. He is into cybersecurity and has 3 jobs that pay him six figures. He will be in a meeting with all 3 companies at the same time and he is on camera😅. The hustle is real😊.
Wow, that's impressive hustle! Sounds like he's mastering the art of multitasking in the tech world. Kudos to him!
I honestly love this segment so much.. it’s extremely informative, motivational, very funny and down to earth. But it’s the humbling form of educating and promoting us all that I’ve valued the most. I’m hoping to. Enroll in the program immediately THANK YOU ALLLL for everything that you all are doing. Someday I too will be on your platform ❤❤
Your enthusiasm is inspiring! Best of luck with your journey, and I hope to see you on the platform as well. Keep reaching for your goals!
Thank you both. Very good video.
Our pleasure!
This is so inspirational!
Thanks for watching!
Every time I watch one of these interviews, I switch my career plan lol I think I’m going the QA testing route.
Can I like this video more than once!!! This is motivation at its finest!!
Haha, wish you could! Motivation on repeat!
I just recently started watching her YT vlogs! She’s very informative! I start the QA careerist course, this week.
Good luck!!
How is it going? Were you able to land a job? I am so curious as I am thinking on taking the course too
This is opened my eyes to possibilities. Thank you for this episode. I am inspired.
You're welcome! Stay inspired and keep exploring those possibilities.
This was 🔥🔥
Thanks for watching!
I got into this from meeting a million indians in this field from doing uber and lyft and id take them to huge mansions and luxary apartments which influenced me and the support they gave me to get into this field is why im joining
That's some great inspiration!
Fantastic episode great job. Jennifer is a hell of a woman with a beautiful mind, thank you both for the amazing content.
Our pleasure!
I love how she’s so willing to share her knowledge.
Absolutely! Sharing knowledge is a key part of fostering growth and success in the tech community.
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Ty again for bringing the value💪🏾💯
Thanks for watching!
I’ve been following her for about 4 months and she’s the truth! I can’t wait to take her course next year
That's awesome! Best of luck with her course next year.
@@techisthenewblack thank you! I love your podcast, keep it up sir!
I just subscribed. I have to listen to this again. This is inspiring
Awesome! Thank you!
@@techisthenewblack your welcome
This was so good!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for watching!
Wow! Super affordable compared to others! Cyrus you really the plug on tech opportunities! I’m sold on every interview ed tech company but this might be the one!!
Glad it was helpful!
This was so RICH! Thank you both!!! As a graphic/brand designer and fashion designer. I'm too interested in the pivot of tech!
This is so inspirational ❤ thank you for this video ❤
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
This is a fantastic interview😊😊😊😊🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks for watching!
I've been following Jenny for the last two or so months. I loved this interview. I'm ready to start my journey with her! Great interview.
❤ I am so glad you enjoyed!
That's fantastic! Best of luck on your journey with Jennifer and her program.
Her course is phenomenal
Have you tried it yet?
Another great interview
Thanks for watching!
Naaaah big dawg i want my time back her interview was TOOO SHORT omg my favorite she needed and hour and a lil more omg GREAT STUFF this was super amazing. Im still trying to find that footing in getting my resume to fit sales Engineer. Oh man
Absolutely! Her insights are valuable, and it's great to hear that you enjoyed the interview. Crafting a resume for a Sales Engineer role can be a crucial step, so don't hesitate to spend that extra time perfecting it.
Thanks for this. Popped into my feed right when I’ve been on the fence about changing fields. I don’t interview well which is what keeps me where I am. I am a hands on person and never did well with telling about myself. I enjoy how she broke that down. I think I would be beyond scared interviewing. I need people like her in my circle. I need to work on this payment because I’m interested and definitely need any to wfh. I’m in Atlanta and have moving to Mexico or Thailand/Bali on my agenda now that my children are adults so I’m looking forward to sharing this with my children to see how they feel about it. Growth. Not sure why this popped in to my feed but I’ve had this interest so long and it’s been hard learning. I have a variety of skills and need to learn how to market myself.
You're on the right path! Facing challenges head-on is the first step to growth. Best of luck with your career change journey!
Jenni’s program offers exceptional value for its cost!
That's great to hear! Value for money is important when investing in education and career development.
@NickyRe16 what are the hours for the internship?
@@tawainawilson6978 I haven't did the internship yet, it's offered at specific times, it was one in October and the next one is in January. I know you're still able to work while doing the internship. It's not long it's a little over a week close to 2 weeks long.
This is so INSPIRING!!
Thanks for watching!
Oh Yesss! I’m inspired to be a QA Tester now! Absolutely Love this success story!!!❤
Go for it!
Cyrus from everyone in this community ….thank you, thank you, thank you for starting and having this platform! Every video is greatly appreciated!!!!!
My pleasure! Thanks for the support!
I love Jennifer Gaddis' necklace and I love her insight into a career path that I am in the beginning stages of. An admirable leader, supported by questions with the best of intentions.
Took a bunch of notes, thanks from Canada!
Her insights are pure inspiration. Keep those notes coming!
Thank you so much for this Episode. I just started learning QA on TH-cam and Udemy. I wish I can afford her bootcamp but my Nigerian currency against Dollar is not even funny! This was so rich and inspiring. ❤
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Looking to transition from a SDR Role into a more stable position. This is amazing! The program with a payment plan is a god send. Thank you ma’am!! ❤
You got this!
This is epic, thanks ya'll.
Thanks for watching!
Really enjoyed the conversation. Very insightful, introduce me to a different position within the field in knew nothing about
Glad you found it insightful! Always great to explore new opportunities in the tech field.
keep on doing what you are doing bruh. Its one thing to get the bag for yourself. Its God work when you share with others. Love You brother@@techisthenewblack
Thanks for the word of wisdom about Tech.I am looking forward to looking into this. I have skills with data processing and I am looking forward to transactioning my skills. 🎉
That's a great step forward! Transitioning your skills into the tech world can open up exciting opportunities. Best of luck on your journey!
I love her Ms. Gaddis story😊😊. It is absolutely wonderful!
Love her story!
Give back!
It really is! Thanks for watching!
This is so aspiring!!
Thanks for watching!
This is inspiring thank you
Glad you think so!
Great interview Cyrus. I was trying to decide which area in tech I wanted to pivot to. This interview settled that for me. Def taking her course. Thanks 🙏🏾
Great to hear!
Great discussion and has me inspired to take my extensive knowledge in marketing and working working in healthcare for over 12 years and helping tech companies . Never thought of doing this but I was always the tester for the Fortune 500 companies and 100 companies I worked for . Thanks for this information and inspiration. Needed this and it was timely !
That's awesome! Best of luck with your career transition.
This podcast is fire. I love this show so much. I am just now breaking into the tech world and this show is really beautiful. This show is a gem.
Thank you for the kind words! Welcome to the tech world - enjoy the journey!
I love this lady ❤️ ♥️
She's definitely inspiring and making a positive impact!
Im working on my CompTIA Security plus
That's a great step towards a career in cybersecurity. Keep going!
Beautiful story❤
Thank you! 🙂
I’ve been waiting for this! Finally!!!! RTQ!
Thanks for watching! Enjoy!
I’m very much inspired by this phenomenal interview.
Thanks for watching!
I went to careerist and still isn’t in tech. I wish I would have known about her program it sounds good . Congrats to her and to all her students.
Keep pushing, you got this!
Thank you !
I went through Careerist too and still not in tech either so I'm reluctant to pay for another course. So I'll have to think about this one. I wish I found her first.
This just blew my mind 😳😳😳😳🙌🏾🙌🏾‼️‼️
Thanks for watching!
This a real woman and family oriented also comedian very down to earth with her husband 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🙏🏿🙏🏿
Absolutely!
Wow, I'm enrolling today!
Have fun!
Great interview!
Thank you!
Phenomenal insight here!
Thank you! Glad you found the insights valuable.
I liked this interview. I did 3 jobs first time into IT with ZERO experience. Change my life completely. You can't turn away a job offers
That's incredible! Never underestimate the power of seizing opportunities.
I love this story ❤
Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for more!
Great video 👍 👏
Thank you!
I love her authenticity. Yes, I have job stacked and will continue to do it. I also started my career in tech as a QA analyst so I fully comprehend and relate with everything she said.
Authenticity is key! Glad you resonate with her experiences. Keep stacking those wins in your tech journey!
Thanks Jennifer
Thanks for watching!
This is so inspiring! Is this boot camp self paced for those needing to skill up rapidly after layoffs?
Yes, Jenni's boot camp offers self-paced learning options to accommodate various schedules and skill levels.
Yes, great interview. And even better mentor. Let's go Jenni ❤❤❤❤ Our generations Harriet Tubman she's freeing the people
Thank you ❤
Absolutely! Jenni is doing incredible work.
I wish I found your channel a long time ago and heard about this woman. I’m going to sign up for her course
Fantastic decision! Her course will likely be a valuable journey. Here is the discount code to the Manual QA bootcamp!
The price is increasing in February by the way, so use the discount code asap to save $150!
Discount Code: KHOURI
Bootcamp Link: imjustcyrus.krtra.com/t/WR0or9qJpBlF
I just signed up for salesforce program im super excited
Awesome choice! Enjoy your Salesforce journey!
I’m in school not getting some IT certificates but I’m also about to sign up for her program asap… 😂😂😂😂 wow that’s amazing
That's fantastic! Best of luck with your IT certificates and her program. You've got this!
I wish I knew this before getting a loan for the QA course for 5k. But I guess I have make this education count and land a job to change my life too!
Good interview!!!
Absolutely, make the most out of your education and job search. Best of luck on your journey!
Excellent achievement Jennifer!
Indeed! Thanks for watching!
Yay!!!! Thanks for getting her on here!🎉🎉🎉🎉
Our pleasure!
I love her . She the truth
Indeed! Thanks for watching!