• Sebastian Olaya - A Remote Native Success Story

  • Mar 9 2024
  • Length: 29 mins
  • Podcast

Sebastian Olaya - A Remote Native Success Story

  • Summary

  • In this inspiring episode of Remote Native, host Karen Gurney sits down with Sebastian Olaya, a remarkable success story who transitioned from a marketing and communications background in Colombia to becoming a remote native in the United States. Sebastian shares his journey of overcoming challenges and achieving the American dream, highlighting the importance of repositioning skills for the American job market.

    He discusses how he merged his marketing expertise with newer technical skills to thrive as a SaaS product manager, emphasizing the significance of continuous learning and adaptation. Sebastian also dives into his role as a thought leader, discussing how he mentors and imparts his knowledge to junior staff and aspiring product managers.

    Tune in to discover how Sebastian's dedication, resilience, and strategic career moves not only transformed his professional trajectory but also led him to contribute to the industry and influence the next generation of remote professionals.

    Sebastian Olaya was born and raised in Cali, Colombia to a single mother who worked tirelessly to provide him with an education. As the first generation graduate of his family, Sebastian knew he wanted to support his mother and give back to her for all her sacrifices. When the opportunity arose for him to come to the United States, he knew it was his chance to take care of both of them. Despite the challenges of blending into a new culture, Sebastian found strength in his Colombian roots and his strong work ethic, determined to succeed in his new home.

    00:00 Sebastian Olayah's successful transition into SaaS.

    05:54 College marketing focused on emotional connection, ROI.

    08:04 Transition from middle management to leadership in marketing.

    12:34 Product managers need emotional intelligence for collaboration.

    15:52 Technology connects people, aids collaboration and iteration.

    23:18 Instructor in product management boot camp remotely.

    25:37 Job market guides, trust the process, success.

    27:56 Excited about changing lives and achieving dreams.

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