Making 250k/yr as a BA/Product Owner in 1 Year in Tech ft Brie G. |

[@BriYvonne]

I am a developer/ software engineer/ full stack. BA is the person who tells me what the business people want me to build. They gather requirements and communicate with the customer (the business). Product owners are a level above me and BAs. They are supposed to make sure that the team is on track and prioritized. Working on what we’re supposed to, in order to get the job done.

[@cm88__ny]

I'm currently a QA Analyst (Software Tester) and a former English teacher and office manager. Though I enjoy testing software for correctness, I don't LOVE the super technical parts of it. Ex: trying to figure out why things are broken and assessing things on the back-end. I'm trying to learn Python and I am just really finding it difficult to get into coding at all. I don't find it to be enjoyable. Maybe a BA role might be better suited for me?

[@kayd.1755]

Well explained 🧡

[@poodlemehappy]

@@cm88__ny How did you get into this role?

[@ThePatriciaPatrick]

@@cm88__nyyou just explained my current situation. Been doing testing for a while and feel it’s time to step up.

[@informedRev13]

Thank you for explaining the role. I was a little confused, but the video was very informative.

[@4thekulture616]

I became a product owner, fairly quickly. My background is in journalism and then I worked in healthcare IT, as an Epic consultant and then I did a 3 day Product Owner certification course

[@MeccaMakeba]

I love seeing Black people win. Thank you, Symone B.

[@_-empire-_9692]

Especially Black Woman, and this coming from a black man.

[@Albo_AK]

Racist

[@myles5253]

cry@@Albo_AK

[@vince11harris]

@@Albo_AKshut up

[@noname5905]

Thanks for this video! Would love to see stories shared about older adults (aged 30+) who were able to transition into tech later in their career.

[@pjthrand2173]

Yes! I would love to these success stories in each for older second career folks.

[@carltonwilhoit8973]

Shout out to DC and the whole DMV! This interview was so cool and inspiring. Love seeing ppl win, it’s especially cool when you see ppl from the same area as you.

[@TheKayleeanna]

As someone in tech my suggestion to her would be to INVEST 50% of her salary. I see Fendi, Gucci, & Mercedes-Benz 👀 and I'm hearing that she's been in tech for 1+ yrs. Remember money screams & wealth whispers lady. 😊 Beware of lifestyle creep. 🙏🏾

[@silverb_ceo]

Investing in LVMH would be good for her. So those brand can pay her to

[@TheKayleeanna]

@@silverb_ceo Agreed! 👍🏾

[@everythingbyjohn]

Lmao social media is only what we make it to be. You don’t know if she’s an active investor already. Please don’t social media too serious.

[@rj5324]

Most people absolutely don’t, well paid or not do this is great advice

[@infojunkie5329]

This interview inspired me to step my game up! I've been a Product Owner & Business Analyst for 7 years, currently unemployed at the moment. I'm looking to get some extra certifications and get back into the market so I can make the big bucks like Brie! I can't believe she's working 2 jobs in the same role because being a PO and BA isn't easy and can be stressful at times. Hats off to her for getting to the bag and inspiring others to keep going!

[@alchemistamineh3261]

Thanks Simone for your channel. I would love to hear the recommendations from classes to get certified , tech programs and boot camps because there are a lot of scammers. That way we can research based on recommendations.

[@levelupgoddess9289]

I’m finishing up my second year of my Cybersecurity degree heading into my third year in January. I CANT WAIT to be done. And yes the main reason I chose Tech is because of the money and I’m good at using a computer. I also did saw the Tech boom during C19. I always thought I was gonna be in healthcare but starting out as a CNA, I HATED it. I’m looking forward to working it Tech. Not sure exactly what I want to do thoug so hopefully this video will help. I don’t want to do coding, nor do I want to do the Networking (routing and switching) part of Tech. My college says they do job shadow at Tech companies and companies also come to the college from different companies. PS I LOVE that u made such good in such a short time. Most ppl tell us we won’t make six figures til after 5 years or so. I want to work remotely and if I can do multiple job at ones then that’s what I want because I want to buy a home within 5 years after college CASH.

[@tfowl8]

I’m super happy for her! You can tell she’s super deserving of this success 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Great interview!

[@JustAGrl007]

OK I had to come back and rewatch this video. Symone, thank you for not shaming people who say they want to get in tech for money! These other podcasters are really out here shaming people when they say money like people want to work for free.

[@Loveandlight267]

Right! We want to live and not be out here scratching and surviving. That’s the main reason I’m making the transition.

[@MikieTT]

Trying to break into Tech and I definitely have shiny object syndrome 😩. I didnt even know there was a term for it. Thank you Brie and Symone, I follow you both on social media and you both are inspiring. I love seeing my people win ✊🏾. I’m going to get there soon 🎉

[@symonebeez]

You got this!

[@facelessbuildr]

worth the wait! not shocked by the salary. she deserves every penny! lots of work

[@nayeliandrea6388]

i love this because i majored in fashion. my associate degree is in merchandise product development and now i’m getting my cert in system engineering

[@ebonibooker5884]

I love this!!! My concern is… I’ve actually worked as a BA and still find it hard to get into another BA role. My role wasn’t technical. Like “technical BA” is a term. Also, BA role has transferable skills from customer service but it is its own monster that you need a certain skill set for. So not sure how realistic it is to get that role with no experience.

[@michellewhitfield2150]

Just depends on the company. I started out as an EDI Support analyst and now have a BA role and the company’s training program is so thorough, anyone could learn to do the job. It’s all about manifesting what you want and being patient enough to wait for it!!!

[@ithinkicanmakethat6294]

Omg! I love Brie! Also, facts on everyone not having it or wanting it. I wanted to get into the defense industry, took 3 years but it’s prob one for the best companies on the planet. So it was worth it.

[@ggt1380]

Much love to her! The product owner role is not easy.

[@The-Right-is-Right]

Just curious....are "product owner" and "product manager" two different things?

[@kayd.1755]

@@The-Right-is-Rightyes they are. Product owner partly what she said plus you might need scrum/agile experience. Product manager designing product roadmaps lifecycle etc

[@Shineynsparkles]

How u get scrum and agile experience??

[@nalim123100]

Yes Brieee! Sooo glad to see you win as you were doing when we were younger. I’m about to finish my cert for BA and looking to transition within the next 3 months! Thank you for being transparent

[@naybutler]

This was a great episode and very encouraging! Hearing this gives me hope and encourages me to continue upskilling. Soon I’ll land an interview and then my Tech job! #2024 it’s mines!

[@BriYvonne]

These days, if you get into a role, and are competent, leadership is going to ask you/ lead you into leadership as well. Becoming a PO is sometimes as easy as right place, right time bc the team needs you there

[@dracodrummond9705]

Been waiting for this one. I just finished my 4 month course, I’ll be on one of these soon 💪🏾

[@dr.peppermintpatty4925]

4 month course with who if I’m not being to personal with this question

[@jayneedsmoney]

If you don’t mind saying, what was the course??

[@sylvie1537]

Congrats on finishing the course. Could you please tell us the name or link of the course? Thanks in advance.

[@playboijay962]

What’s the course bro stop gatekeeping

[@beholdtheworld8900]

​@playboijay962 right... help us out 😂

[@kayd.1755]

Great interview Brie keep inspiring everyone. My Tech Best Friend Academy helped folks just her attitude and actions brought on issues. I’m currently studying for Service Now certification.

[@Shineynsparkles]

What is service now cert 😊

[@edwardv4546]

You got all the Twitter tech people on here! Been following her for a while too. She stay stuntin. Love it.

[@LifeWithDevanteB]

Great interview! Brie is a go getter and we love to see it. If you really want it it’s possible 💪🏾

[@Katherineunique9]

I love how relatable this interview was !! Congrats to you ladies for changing the narrative ❤ what certification did she have ????

[@jen01743]

I have been excited waiting on this one since she keeps twitter’s panties in a bunch!! She’s so dope and super inspiring. ☺️

[@breianafrance8634]

Hi do you know if she has an Instagram?

[@1anre]

How does she keep their "panties in a bunch"? Sounds like a weird reference

[@naijaplayer]

​@@1anrewhat is this referring to? Like ppl have been getting mad at her on Twitter?

[@1anre]

@@naijaplayer you have to ask the initial commenter

[@ArristonWorthyVFX]

I work in car insurance and I'm just getting started on my journey. I'm on the researching stage on what to do first. My degree in visual effects tho so we will see how it goes.

[@IAMjulesATX]

Love this! Definitely motivates me as my transition from sales to product owner ❤

[@DaKidSoMello]

I love these videos it keeps me so inspired just when I feel like the road is hard. I love seeing us succeed! Keep these going Beez!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching. It's hard but it gets easier. Nothing worth having comes easy.

[@Shineynsparkles]

@@symonebeezwhat class did Brie take ? I bought ur course while it’s on sale so …what do I do to get this bag !!!

[@buu2923]

I love to see it!! Great interview Beez and AMG Brie!!!

[@ralphaelconfer9719]

I agree with not taking things personally, especially when we are used to experiencing unprofessionalism. But, there is a difference between constructive criticism and disrespect, and it's easily determined by someone's tone. Like Beez noted before, HR helps.

[@JustAGrl007]

Ok Brie was honest! 😂 I think right now I'm having a hard time translating my transferable skills and the employers are not seeing it when I submit my resume in this job market. I feel like it was easier to get a shot in 2021 I just wish I was interested in tech related roles during that time.

[@CareerPivotNow]

Product owner first year? dang!! Congratulations

[@sediabonsu3075]

Great podcast. You asked her really great questions.

[@symonebeez]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gregorydunn2716]

They need you at the vendors that I work with...communication is a rare skill in IT...congratulations on your career path!

[@TechTualChatter]

Good episode i told the people monday that Brie had transferable skills that led to her getting high paying jobs in industry.

[@kayd.1755]

@@craigspencer4306 ?

[@AllThingsKirah]

This was a great video! I just more people made videos on how to ACTUALLY ARTICULATE transferable skills! I’ve heard “transferable skills is how I got in” a MILLION times and no one is telling exactly how to do that. For example: Customer Service skills that can transfer for BA are what exactly?! Typing, helping customers with their bills, helping customers reset their passwords, giving customer a credit on their bills? HOW?! Like how do those skills transfer to a BA roll?!

[@symonebeez]

I'd start by asking ChatGPT. But briefly because BA is a customer facing role.

[@zaitunpeace]

Hi. Transferable skills (Customer Service skills as an example) deals mainly with HOW you communicate, and the first rule is to listen attentively to your customers...not just listen, but employ both empathic and cognitive listening and switch them as needed/ demanded. Also, the ability to flesh out information by asking open-ended questions, etc. You know you've hit gold mine WHEN you're able pinpoint the emotion(s) that serve as the foundation to your customer 's distress/issues. Not easy, but very doable. Consistency and patience. Do.Rinse.Repeat. Watching good podcasts on YT helps with types of effective questions one can ask. I hope this helps.

[@Loveandlight267]

Right!!! I’m like throw out some of your transferable skills. Ppl like to keep things on the hush.

[@Wheelztotheworld]

Great video ,love the info she is giving out ,keep it up symone

[@shannelartis8014]

And do lol 😆Leo gang! This was a great interview!

[@Techmimi]

Love to see it! I’ve watched this 4x in support. I’m from twitter

[@symonebeez]

Thanks!

[@slaytyme3608]

Thanks Brie & Symone! Great insight✨

[@brittnbloom]

Loved hearing you share your story, Brie! You really are THAT girl. 🔥

[@Buttahfly1913]

This was such a great and helpful interview!

[@frandomsss]

I love this for "US" kudos to you both ladies!!!!!!

[@mellaboy9565]

So inspirational definitely going to look into tech

[@abiolaolawale1502]

I love this interview so much! Is there a video like this on people that is already in aws cloud computing for people that want to transition with no experience 😢

[@robyn1689]

I definitely have shiny object syndrome. Need to focus on one thing and hustle to get this bag 😩

[@SagRising19]

Congratulations to Ms. Brie🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Awesome interview! I learned so much! Shout out to the Leos♌

[@davidbuckson4326]

I can’t wait to start. 1 more week I’ll be able to start

[@aliciagriffin5354]

Great interview. This really resonates with me.

[@ChristianEmelie]

This is a cool motivation to steer a lot of persons… 👍👍 Can you get across to a project manager?? For an interview as well (it’ll help too)

[@kat7973]

Thank you for sharing Brie! I’m inspired!

[@dionthecyberdefender]

Enlightening Interview Beez…keep em coming 🥂🫡

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching Dion!

[@dwannthomas9543]

400k in last than 3 years 🤫. Jumped into tech in fall 2020 after turning fown Dental school. Aint nothing but a certification thing

[@labelmeposh]

What's the 1st certification did you get? Please

[@dwannthomas9543]

@labelmeposh I'm certified in AZ900, AZ104, and AZ 305. but have experience in Power Platforms. I would look at Power Pages and Power Platform, but are low code developmental tools that can garner 6 figs without a certification. Hands down. Take the Azure route (not easy) if you want to always be in position demand your the type of work experience you want...I say this because not alot of people have Azure nor cloud experience and government entities (DoD, AF, NAVY) they looking for that experience as speak, not enough qualified candidates..meaning more flex and pull for how you want to work because they need you more than you need than. Overall Power Pages, and Power App would be good for entry then go from there

[@dwannthomas9543]

@labelmeposh Azure - 900, Cloud is taking off. All the AI, streaming and all that is leverage through Cloud. Azure 900 is a good intro exam

[@rachael862]

Amazing video thanks for creating content

[@dimemilly7729]

Regardless what they say about them both, QUEENS GET THE MONEY 🥂

[@alipuhpuhlubu]

So, what is a recommended skill for our first BA role?

[@autumnrose4316]

Why didn’t she want to name the course?

[@BranBranXD]

As someone in tech who also took a course from the same place as her, it should not be given any publicity, trust me lol

[@SM7SM7SM7]

@@BranBranXDwhy not? Was it terrible?

[@jakiee]

@@BranBranXDWas it MTBF (I won’t spell it out lmfao)?

[@BranBranXD]

Yeah. Articles came out about it and everything, it was a pretty bad fallout on Twitter

[@Thejajaera]

You don’t want to know, it’s a long story

[@yvonnedavidtv5251]

I follow this lady on Twitter and She really inspires me

[@Jay_0205.6]

LEO gang gang!

[@SMHtokio1]

Go bestfriend, that’s my bestfriend! 🥳🥰🤸🏽‍♀️

[@BossLadySTEPH7]

Loved this episode. Congratulations Brie on all your success! Very inspiring.

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching!

[@ElevateewithHassan]

Would it be considered a business analyst or business intelligence analyst?

[@jaynelim8925]

Class that shall not be named? Please share. 😢

[@The-Right-is-Right]

Holding down 2 jobs at the same time - each with a different employer (i.e. OE/Over-Employment). Each employer is under the impression she works for them alone - neither employer is aware of the other. Surely with this interview, the two employers will inevitably find out............I'm confused...can anybody explain how long she can continue with this ????

[@ItsNerradT]

Truth be told, this isn't uncommon. Just not discussed much. And some employers are aware; just as long as the two entities don't conflict

[@angelapetitt7048]

Lol! I didn't realize that she had 2 jobs simultaneously when I read the title of the video lol!

[@misskia3966]

Some jobs ask will you be working another job. Me personally I would never admit that because one company may not know that’s hair me. Many people in tech are over employed, some talk about it and some don’t

[@stinaw.454]

It depends on what's in the employee policies that she signed. Some companies are strict about not having outside work and others are more flexible.

[@qwerty1994ize]

Rule number 1 of OE. You keep quiet.

[@prettytee670]

I Love This Every word of IT Thank you GOD BLESS YOU

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching Tee

[@DG-no1oo]

Great interview

[@marlenamcreynolds5538]

Great content and advice.

[@BigHeadPatReviews]

Dope video! I didn’t know you was a Leo?! ♌️ Gang!

[@symonebeez]

Mmhm August Leo baby

[@BigHeadPatReviews]

@@symonebeez 8/16

[@user-ff5nv8ft6n]

Im a BA product owner but im only at 72k. No degree tho

[@lillianmcgowan6092]

What cert did you get to get the role?

[@user-ff5nv8ft6n]

@@lillianmcgowan6092 no cert here. I taught myself sql and demonstrated my ability at work by coming up with business process improvements and automating processes with python and i got promoted

[@shaniceervin1465]

That’s not even bad.

[@user-ff5nv8ft6n]

@@shaniceervin1465 its not to me either but cost of living got so high its not as comfortable as it used to be

[@Loveandlight267]

Hey! What is your background that led to that position?

[@Twin-t4r]

I am a social worker who wants to transition into tech 😩 just dont know where to start

[@Joya_B]

Hi, I would suggest Project or Product management. I did social work, case management & operations direction for 11 years & just transitioned into project management in March by utilizing & playing up my transferrable skills.

[@garcand]

Start with googling "Comptia IT Certification Roadmap" . Download it , choose a path, study the first cert for the path you see, pass the exam , and apply for a job in that tech field.

[@PhDiva02]

All this internet out here?!?! Some of yall just want to be spoon fed everything. Smh

[@ithinkicanmakethat6294]

@@PhDiva02100% agree with them.

[@R.Jaaaay]

Love The National Harbor!!!

[@BriYvonne]

Sounds like she works for Northrop. That’s how they do. Hire you for one thing, then BOOM, now you’re a PO or manager.

[@jacobharris954]

Any advice from UK based

[@kysiishow]

Keep. Winning !

[@forestgump8403]

What is a product. Owner? I'm a newbie

[@noko3300]

21:00💯💯

[@dcannon0110]

Wait why won’t see tell us the class she used to get started ?😢 Time stamp 5:45…. That’s wack..

[@symonebeez]

They went out of business

[@dcannon0110]

@@symonebeez hi Symone , she didnt say that. Sounded suspect. Thx for clarifying ♥️

[@ArbaniLanden]

@@dcannon0110 I see beez is a hater 😄 Never thought. I commented that they didn’t go out of business with the link but she deleted the comment. Interviewing a student of the course she took but gate keeping it is disappointing.

[@dcannon0110]

@@ArbaniLandenwow. Also interesting. Thanks . What’s the name of the company

[@shylamc504]

@@dcannon0110 MTBF, its really not a company worthy giving attention to. They pretty much rebranded after a scandal

[@PatricioArdiles-ov8xo]

Good for her . The product owners I know , make top 120k per year , with experience.

[@copiouscat]

🤩🙆🏽‍♀️ Yess Congrats to Brie! Dang why she can’t say that “IT”/BA Class 🤣 Danggg

[@jaegee3716]

The way she said it if it's who I think it is It's been getting bad reviews since last yr so she's not gonna give them no plug or air time.

[@copiouscat]

@@jaegee3716 I see. I looked it up after I looked in the comments found the Reddit and twitter threads and was shocked.

[@ArbaniLanden]

@@jaegee3716 which is weird. If the course got her to where she is, what bad review would override that ? Wasn’t the goal to get a job ?? Y’all are weird.

[@jaegee3716]

@@ArbaniLanden maybe you should look it up. The course stole material from other courses proven with receipts. They were up charging ppl just to get mentorship 100 bux for 30min calls. The "contract" says you HAVE TO PUT that you're taking the course on your social media you HAVE TO TELL her that u got an offer and "be forced" to do a testimonial for her bootcamp its weird the woman said she feels disrespected that the students don't mention her for getting them where they're at that she rather be called a NI*%ER. Shes more weird than these students thats been through the course

[@Thejajaera]

@@ArbaniLanden cause the fallout was so bad it not helpful anymore

[@thetruthsayer8347]

I don’t understand how these people do more than 1 job. With the way I bother my BAs and Product owners. There’s no way they could have a 2nd job lol

[@tahanapierre1903]

Does she have LinkedIn account ?!

[@ItsMsSandra]

My best yet😂.

[@jaegee3716]

at the 14:28 mark i will guess a plane is in the air all u see is the dot of light moving up over Symone's head lol

[@ItsNerradT]

Congrats Brie G. Nice episode-right in my backyard.

[@travisrogers1465]

I’m in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, and Continuity Of Operations Planning. I’ve only been in the business for about almost 4 years. I have (2) certifications and finishing my Cybersecurity degree up right now. I’m alway looking for ways to up my salary to take care of my wife and up my tithes and offerings to God’s house. So, someone give me some advice on getting another job, so I can be a blessing to someone else.

[@chosenpath1111]

Why didn’t she name the class? Was it bad?

[@symonebeez]

Went out of business

[@nursebondemcanada]

Amazing

[@penn9237]

My hometown

[@DakariAntoine]

AMG Brie 🏃🏿🔥

[@bashfulbeautybelle]

Teach me the game ghost 😂

[@WillJohnsonio]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@walkingcityadventures]

I heard that public school aint sh*t

[@kinnyjones7465]

🔥🔥🔥👌🏾🙌🏾

[@faustonoel3]

So she didn’t name the class that she took to get the jobs ?

[@tashawnmichelle8898]

❤🎉

[@amber7103]

You shouldn’t bring people on here who want to gatekeep. Like sis, if you really making what you making what’s the harm in sharing the class you took? Smhhh

[@PhDiva02]

Whats wrong with yall googling the classes?

[@ayeegee41]

@@PhDiva02 there are tons of business analysts classes. Nothing wrong with googling, but what’s wrong with sharing the particular class that you took? If it got you to where you are why gatekeep that?

[@kayd.1755]

If you scroll down you’ll see people said the school which is my tech best friend academy. They was some issues with the school though which might have been sorted out now. However there are other schools

[@symonebeez]

Well...they went out of business lol so we can start there. It's no gatekeeping over here. Relax

[@ayeegee41]

@@symonebeezlmao ok

[@Brimstonemuzik2]

What is a BA?

[@carty285]

Business Analyst

[@Scottie5401]

Nothing in this video was worth any value besides her flexing and gate keeping courses

[@symonebeez]

They went out of business LOL

[@ArbaniLanden]

They didn’t. Beez has deleted a comment stating that they didn’t go out of business which makes her suspect herself.

[@silverb_ceo]

I love black peoples coming up