How to move between tech & non-tech roles to accelerate your tech career
summary
Describes a practical path: join a rotational grad scheme, take small steps into product roles, and learn cloud on the job rather than retraining entirely; mentors and coaches map a 1–3 year learning path and help secure projects and referrals; outcome: internal promotion into Head of Cloud Portfolio after applying despite imposter syndrome, and a hire with zero product experience who succeeds; men are asked to advocate for women, make introductions, ask HR why few female CVs arrive, and set regular check‑ins.
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chapters (8)
- 0:00Introduction and welcome
- 1:08About the session and polls
- 3:35Imposter syndrome in tech
- 7:03Career transitions and opportunities
- 12:20Networking and mentorship
- 13:43Mentoring strategies
- 18:55Advocating for women in tech
- 21:23Q&A and closing remarks
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