Africans In Tech
Welcome to Africans In Tech, a podcast where inspiring journeys in the world of technology are explored. Hosted by Sahr Lebbie, join us for candid interviews with tech professionals sharing their stories, challenges, and triumphs. Whether you're new to tech or a seasoned veteran, valuable insights and mentorship opportunities await. Let's demystify tech together and drive positive change in the industry.
Africans In Tech
Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 55 | Why Networking Will Change Your Life in Tech
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On this episode of Africans in Tech, host Queen Duncan sits down with Torrance Evans — a self-taught software engineer who turned persistence into opportunity.
Torrance shares his journey from growing up in Peoria, Illinois, to moving to Atlanta and building multiple businesses — from wholesaling real estate to running a car rental company — before pivoting into tech.
After failing interviews, grinding through self-teaching, and applying multiple times, he finally landed a role at JPMorgan Chase — proving that consistency beats talent when talent doesn’t quit.
💡 In this episode, we cover:
The reality of transitioning into tech with no background
Why networking is more important than you think
The truth about coding bootcamps (what they don’t tell you)
How rejection and failure actually lead to success
Building side businesses while chasing a tech career
Why you should NEVER give up on your goals
🔥 If you're trying to break into tech, pivot careers, or level up your life — this episode is for you.