Episode 6: A Day in the Life of a Salesforce Project Lead - Blind

In this inspiring episode of the Builure Pulse, host Inshu Misra welcomes Ertay Shashko, a blind Salesforce project lead from North Macedonia, working at the Blind Institute of Technology. Ertay shares his journey of transitioning from a sighted mobile app developer to leading Salesforce projects despite losing his vision in the mid-2010s. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of learning to use screen reader technology, and how remote work during the pandemic facilitated his return to the tech industry. Ertay's story offers a deep dive into how visually impaired professionals can excel in the Salesforce ecosystem, highlighting the significance of accessibility and adaptability in technology. The episode also touches on the Blind Institute of Technology's mission, training, and apprenticeship programs available globally, aimed at placing people with disabilities in meaningful tech jobs. Furthermore, Ertay emphasises the often-overlooked capabilities of individuals with disabilities in tech, advocating for accessibility and inclusion.

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00:00 Welcome to Builure Pulse: The Salesforce Journey Begins
00:53 A Day in the Life of a Blind Salesforce Project Lead
01:13 Ertay Shashko's Inspiring Salesforce Journey
02:04 Transitioning Careers and Embracing Accessibility
05:46 The Impact of Remote Work and Salesforce Training
07:36 From Intern to Salesforce Project Lead: A Success Story
09:14 Expanding Opportunities: BIT's Apprenticeship Program
14:38 A Typical Day for a Visually Impaired Salesforce Professional
18:17 The Accessibility of Slack and Other Tools
22:37 Overcoming Accessibility Challenges with Salesforce
27:21 Staying Updated in the Salesforce Ecosystem
29:21 Empowering People with Disabilities in Tech
32:54 Closing Thoughts and Resources


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