If the author of the original post was overly cynical, you're running the risk of being overly naive. Doing great work that you enjoy is critical, but the reali

If the author of the original post was overly cynical, you're running the risk of being overly naive. Doing great work that you enjoy is critical, but the reality is that you have to build value outside of your technical skills, or you risk limiting your potential opportunities. You don't have to be a narcissistic self-promoter. Just put yourself out there--as you've already done by posting something thoughtful. Be skilled, but also be industrious, authentic, and adventurous. That's my advice anyway.