Reframed IT

Reframed IT podcast : Your Journey

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Today we’re joined by Amy Haley - Dev Ops engineer at Flutter UK and Ireland and Rachael Ainsworth - Product manager for Krakenflex part of Octopus energy group.


In this conversation, Amy and Rachael discuss their career journeys and the factors that influenced their choices. They reflect on their early ambitions and how they evolved over time. Limited career advice and stereotypical roles were common experiences for both of them. Rachel shares her interest in astronomy and how she found her calling through internships and academic pursuits. Amy talks about her transition from being a science teacher to becoming a DevOps engineer, driven by a desire for a better work-life balance and personal fulfillment. Both Amy and Rachel emphasize the importance of finding purpose and inspiration in their career choices and embracing the journey rather than being solely goal-oriented. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing goals with well-being and the role of soft skills in forming genuine relationships. We hear the need to be flexible and adaptable in changing goals and the power of gratitude and perspective in appreciating the present moment.


Takeaways

  • Early ambitions can change over time as individuals discover new interests and opportunities.
  • Limited career advice and stereotypical roles can hinder career exploration and development.
  • Finding purpose and alignment with personal values is crucial for long-term career satisfaction.
  • Embracing the journey and being open to new opportunities can lead to unexpected and fulfilling career paths.
  • Balancing goals with well-being and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life.
  • Soft skills, such as forming genuine relationships, are valuable transferable skills in any career.
  • Being flexible and adaptable in changing goals is important for personal growth and happiness.
  • Practicing gratitude and gaining perspective can help appreciate the present moment and find contentment.


More about the podcast:


Reframe Women in Tech is on a mission to make personal development accessible to all. In this podcast, host and founder of Reframe Women in Tech Conferences, Beckie Taylor will chat with the women in tech community to reframe the narrative around women in technology. She'll be shattering stereotypes, challenging biases and amplifying the voices of amazing women in the industry.

You might be a woman navigating the tech world, searching for your next role; or a forward-thinking company eager to create a better environment for your employees.

Whoever you are, our podcast has something for you. So, join us on this incredible journey as we dive into the diverse and dynamic world of tech. Together, let's Reframe It.

Links: 


Amy Haley linkedin.com/in/amy-haley-b5658a87

Rachael Ainsworth linkedin.com/in/rachaelainsworth

Beckie Taylor linkedin.com/in/beckie-taylor-92840712

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The podcast is produced by Suzi at Story Publishing


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