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Inner Compass is a collection of reflections and stories exploring clarity, resilience, and non-traditional paths. Visitors can browse titles and excerpts, while members can log in to read full articles and access deeper, more reflective writing.
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Five Resilient Entry-Level Tech Careers for a Future Enhanced by AI
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has reshaped many aspects of technology work. Yet, despite these changes, entry-level roles in tech remain solid starting points for building a tech career. Understanding how AI influences these jobs helps clarify why they still matter and how humans continue to add value. This article explores five entry-level tech roles that remain relevant in 2026, highlighting the evolving nature of the work and the skills that keep these position
Jimmy Stewart
2 days ago3 min read


The Enduring Power of Adaptability in a Rapidly Changing Tech World
Technology changes fast. Every few years, new tools, languages, and platforms emerge, promising to be the next big thing. For many starting their careers or switching paths, this can feel overwhelming. Which skill should you focus on? What if the technology you learn today becomes obsolete tomorrow? The truth is, the most valuable skill in tech has never been tied to a single tool or language. Instead, it is the ability to adapt as the landscape shifts. This article draws fro
Jimmy Stewart
6 days ago4 min read


How AI is Transforming Entry-Level Tech Roles into Opportunities for Growth
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked many conversations about the future of work, especially in technology. Some worry that AI will replace entry-level tech jobs, leaving newcomers with fewer opportunities. The reality is more nuanced. AI is not eliminating these roles but compressing them, changing the nature of early tech careers. This shift means new professionals face more complex challenges sooner, requiring stronger judgment, adaptability, communication,
Jimmy Stewart
Jan 34 min read


Navigating the Evolving Tech Landscape: Why Entry Points to Careers Have Changed But Opportunities Remain
The world of technology is shifting, and many people feel uncertain about how to start or continue a career in tech. Headlines about artificial intelligence and automation can create anxiety, making it seem like the field is closed off or too complex for newcomers. The truth is different. Technology careers are still accessible, but the way people enter the field has changed. Understanding this shift can help career-changers, students, and early professionals find their path
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 27, 20253 min read


Navigating the Evolving Tech Landscape: Building a Career Beyond Job Titles and Tools
The rise of artificial intelligence has stirred many questions about the future of technology careers. Some worry that AI will replace human roles entirely, while others chase the latest tools and job titles hoping to stay relevant. The truth lies somewhere in between. AI will change many aspects of tech work, but it will not remove the need for human judgment, ethics, and communication. Building a career that lasts means focusing on adaptability, deep understanding, and the
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 21, 20254 min read


The Lasting Echo of Leadership How Genuine Connections Resonate Beyond the Workplace
Most people don’t remember bad supervisors once they leave. Their names fade quickly, replaced by relief or silence. But truly good leaders leave impressions that linger, quietly woven into stories shared over family dinners or casual conversations. This post explores why that happens and what it reveals about the kind of leadership that lasts.
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 14, 20254 min read


Navigating Career Transitions and the Value of Going Back to School
Deciding to go back to school after decades in a career can feel like a puzzle with no clear solution. For someone with 30 years of experience as a senior technologist in a global law firm, respected by peers and known for delivering effective solutions, the choice to return to the classroom might seem unnecessary.
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 14, 20254 min read


Thriving in Chaos: How Childhood Adversity Cultivates Leadership Skills
When I look back at my childhood, the word that comes to mind isn’t “routine” or “structure.” It’s chaos — not the loud, explosive kind, but the quiet, unpredictable kind that shapes how you see the world. Growing up moving between homes, adjusting to new relatives, new expectations, and new environments, nothing stayed the same for very long. There was never a moment when life felt settled or predictable.
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 8, 20253 min read


The Quiet Superpower of Growing Up Self-Reliant
There comes a moment in childhood when you realize you must face the world on your own. This realization rarely arrives all at once. Instead, it unfolds in small, quiet moments: when no one is there to guide you, when questions go unanswered, and when you understand that solving problems is your responsibility. For many, self-reliance is not a choice but a necessity born from unstable environments and shifting routines. This early independence shapes how we approach challenge
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Learning from Embarrassment: How a McDonald's Moment Shaped My Leadership Journey
I still remember the first time I felt truly embarrassed in public. It happened when I was a kid, standing inside a McDonald’s. Something small by adult standards occurred, but in that moment, it felt overwhelming. I wished I could disappear. It wasn’t dramatic or memorable to anyone else, but for me, it was a powerful lesson in awareness and emotional intelligence. That moment shaped how I see myself and others, and it influenced the leader I became.
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Navigating Life Without a Map: Embracing Uncertainty as Your Greatest Teacher
Growing up without a clear path or steady ground shapes a unique way of seeing the world. When your environment shifts constantly, you learn to adapt, observe, and make decisions without a clear guide. This experience, though challenging, can become a powerful teacher. It teaches resilience, flexibility, and a deep understanding of how to move forward even when the way is unclear.
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 8, 20253 min read


From Ashes to Strength: How Childhood Loss Shapes Resilience in Adulthood
Life can change in an instant. One moment, everything feels stable, and the next, it can all disappear. For many, childhood is a time of safety and routine, but for some, it is marked by loss and uncertainty. When a home burns down, it is not just a building that is lost—it is a place of comfort, memories, and security. This experience can shape a person’s ability to handle challenges later in life. This post explores how early loss, like losing a childhood home to fire, quie
Jimmy Stewart
Dec 8, 20253 min read
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