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I was in a state of euphoria after I finally managed to pass my Salesforce Administrator certification on my third attempt. After nearly 15 months in the Salesforce realm, I have achieved two certifications and have my sights set on obtaining more. Amidst this journey, there is a deeply personal narrative that has been yearning to be shared for quite a while. I, however, decided to hold back until I achieved something substantial. I believe this is the perfect time to finally share it.

In a male-dominated industry, Nivedita Jha has defied expectations, shattered glass ceilings, and emerged as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring women in IT. Armed with determination, intellect, and unwavering focus, she has earned her place at the top, proving that gender is no barrier to success. Find out which specific domains of the Salesforce Associate certification she emphasizes learners should prioritize, gain insights into her daily routine as a professional, and uncover invaluable guidance she offers to aspiring individuals seeking a career in Salesforce!

Zoltan K. Szabo was working in various positions in sales and operations for two decades when he first encountered Salesforce. He is currently 8x Salesforce certified in Service Cloud, Application Architect, Data Architect, Sharing & Visibility Architect, Sales Cloud, Platform Developer 1, Admin, and App Builder. Find out how he got started in Salesforce, what kept him motivated, what he says was his most difficult certification to date, and what his advice is for Salesforce newbies.

Life in big cities has many advantages and one of them is also having a testing center where you can take a Salesforce exam. The rest of us have two options — we can drive to a big city and take the exam there, or we can take an exam online. For years I thought that only the first option was the right choice for me, and I have to admit that I had an irrational fear from taking the online exam.

According to the National Center for Women & Information Technology, women only make up 25% of the IT workforce in the United States. This makes it difficult for women to feel comfortable and supported in IT spaces, as the culture is oftentimes unwelcoming or even hostile to women. In this interview, Focus on Force’s Vidya Srinarayana shares how she started her journey through 8 Salesforce certifications, why she says getting certified is an equalizer, and why she encourages Salesforce newbies to start with the Salesforce Associate certification!

For many women in Salesforce, achieving a work-life balance can seem like an elusive goal. With the fast-paced nature of the tech industry and the pressure to excel in a male-dominating occupation, it can be challenging to find time for personal life and self-care. However, it's possible to take control of your work-life balance.