In this Origin Story session, I speak with Adrian Pinon, a first generation college grad who took an unlikely path of self-promotion to his first job: Visiting tech company HQs around California with his message on a sign, garnering attention from ABC News, CBS News and other outlets. By doing this, Adrian proved himself to be a master marketer.
We talk through the journey Adrian took to land his first job out of university: Not knowing about college until late in life, overcoming naysayers, and learning how to market himself. Adrian even founded his own events app before graduation!
Words of wisdom:
• A closed mouth does not get fed.
• Talk to a person. Don’t let applicant tracking systems hold you back.
• Attend that networking event. You could randomly meet a lifelong connection.
Check out Adrian on social media!
Instagram: @pinonxo
TikTok: @pinonxo 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianpinonLike this session? Watch Growing Up First Generation with Jesse Meza!