John Sonmez
Career and visibility coach for software developers
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $150 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Engineers and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Business coach and Executive coach |
| Sessions | Online |
| Practice | Rockstar Developer University |
John Sonmez is a career coach for software developers. He helps them get promotions, higher pay, and industry recognition by building a public profile. He runs Rockstar Developer University and is a two-time best-selling author with a YouTube channel of 400K subscribers. His Rockstar System uses YouTube, a podcast, LinkedIn, writing, and speaking to build visibility. More than 150 developers have joined his program.
What John helps with
John works with developers who want to move up in their careers and earn more. His focus is on building visibility and authority, not just technical skills.
- Getting promoted faster as a developer
- Earning a higher salary and better pay packages
- Landing consulting and side gigs
- Growing an audience on YouTube and LinkedIn
- Getting a book deal
- Getting invited to speak at podcasts, panels, and conferences
Who John works with
John coaches software developers and engineers who have strong technical skills but feel stuck in their careers. His program is aimed at developers who want to raise their pay, grow their name in the industry, and build income beyond a single job.
How John works
John teaches a method called the Rockstar System. It is a content flywheel that turns technical skills into influence. Clients build a presence across five channels: YouTube videos, a podcast, LinkedIn posts, writing in blogs or newsletters, and speaking at events. Each channel adds to the others and grows visibility and trust over time.
Background and qualifications
John Sonmez created Rockstar Developer University and also runs Simple Programmer. He is a two-time best-selling author and has built a YouTube audience of 400K subscribers. His program has grown to a community of more than 150 developers. Client stories include a Unity YouTube channel that grew from 1,000 to 30,000 subscribers, and a blockchain education business that grew into a multi-six-figure company.
John Sonmez pricing
Programs and services
- Rockstar Developer coaching program
- Free course
- Online developer community
John Sonmez reviews
The CoachVouch take
He teaches developers to grow their careers through a public content system across YouTube, podcasts, LinkedIn, writing, and speaking.
Best for software developers who want to raise their pay and become known experts in their field.
Common questions
How much does John Sonmez charge?
Coaching with John runs $70 to $150 an hour. Message John from this page for an exact quote.
What does John Sonmez help with?
John Sonmez helps with getting promoted faster as a developer, earning a higher salary and better pay packages, landing consulting and side gigs and growing an audience on YouTube and LinkedIn.
Does John Sonmez coach online?
Sessions are online.
What does John Sonmez's Rockstar System include?
It is a content system built on YouTube, a podcast, LinkedIn, writing, and speaking. Developers use it to build visibility and authority.
How do I contact John Sonmez?
Send John a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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