Career Confidence Sisterhood Club

We are excited to share the recording of our recent Sisterhood Club Social event, The Diary of a CTO.

We were extremely grateful to have 3 exceptional Chief Technology Officers speak on career confidence and staying adaptable to tech trends. We welcomed Eglantine Etiemble, the group CTO of Pexa, Cathryn Arnold, the ex-CTO of Jetstar, and Amelia Forbes, the CTO of IBM.The panellists shared candid lessons from their storied careers to a packed room.    ___________________________________

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Connect with Eglantine Etiemble: LinkedIn 

Connect with Cathryn Arnold: LinkedIn 

Connect with Amelia Forbes: LinkedIn 

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"You need to know what difference you bring to the equation and make it work with your environment. As women in tech, we are rare. We bring thinking of depth that is rare and ultimately very precious."

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Key Takeaways


Imposter syndrome affects almost everyone. Learn to back yourself.
Always be curious, especially when you’re unsure of something. Make a habit of asking questions.
Investing time in nurturing your network is vital to opening doors and new opportunities, but carefully choosing who you partner with is even more important. 

Plus so much more...

 

Chapters

00:00 Introductions and career journeys31:23 The Importance of Flexibility in Supporting Women in Leadership35:16 Redefining Position Descriptions to Focus on Skills and Potential38:59 Championing and Sponsoring Talented Females for Leadership Roles39:55 Staying Ahead of Emerging Technology Trends44:05 Building Confidence and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome55:19 The Challenges Women Face in the Workplace

In today's solo episode, Georgie shares her six rules for life that have served her well throughout her journey, including;

"Letting go of the past, not carrying things around with me.""Don't let other people's opinions of me bother me." 

 

Takeaways


Let go of the past and don't carry things around with you.
Don't let other people's opinions of you bother you.
Take responsibility for yourself and prioritise your health.
Don't get so caught up in making a living that you forget to live a life.
Detach yourself from the outcome and enjoy the journey.

Chapters

12:05 Opinions Don't Define You: Be True to Yourself25:20 Prioritising Health: The Foundation for a Fulfilling Life31:41 Detaching from the Outcome: Embracing the Journey🎥 Watch the full episode on Youtube 

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After losing her former life partner to cancer and seeing her kids move on as young adults, Kate was faced with the fact that life is too short. And it was time to do something about it. So she created the concept of a ‘life list’ – a list of everything she wants to do while she is still young enough to enjoy it.

The Life List is a call to action for so-called ‘mid-lifers’ – women like Kate who want MORE! “After years of putting everyone else first – It’s OUR turn.”

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🎥 Watch the full episode on Youtube 

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🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn

🔗 Connect with Pam - LinkedIn

Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions 

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Connect with Kate: LinkedIn 

Learn more: Kate Christie Website

Book: The Life List

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"There is absolutely no failure when it comes to goal setting and writing your life list, provided you're doing it in a way where you're pursuing goals that are really, really important to you."

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In today's conversation, Georgie speaks with Kate Christie, time management and productivity expert and Author of The Life List, about her career journey and approach to managing time and designing a fulfilling life.

They discuss the challenges of balancing work and family life, the need for trust in the workplace, and the importance of planning and goal-setting.

Kate shares her strategies for effective time management, including planning, control, and focus. They also explore the concept of a life list, which involves setting big goals, small goals, and spontaneous goals to create a fulfilling life.

Kate also shares practical advice on setting realistic goals, overcoming fear and lack, and finding alignment with our values. She encourages listeners to detach from societal expectations and focus on what truly brings them joy.

Kate's journey of upgrading her experiences and taking time for herself will serve as an inspiration...

Key Takeaways


Balancing work and family life requires intentional planning and setting boundaries.
Why trust is the 1 crucial element needed in the workplace
Creating a life list with big goals, small goals, and spontaneous goals can help design a fulfilling life.
Always GIVING GIVING GIVING? How do you prioritise yourself?
How to detach from societal expectations and focus on what brings you joy. 

Chapters

04:36 Balancing Work and Family08:30 The Role of Trust in the Workplace13:27 Strategies for Effective Time Management27:19 Introduction and the Power of Life Lists35:12 Identifying Misalignment and Changing Course36:13 Recognising Signs of Misalignment and Taking Action47:24 Always Giving? How to Prioritise Yourself53:04 Upgrading Experiences and Setting New Goals

 In today's solo episode, Georgie discusses the importance of networking internally within your organisation. She explains that networking internally can help individuals become better at their jobs, open up more opportunities, and future-proof their careers.

Georgie provides 6 tips for networking internally, including taking advantage of informal networking situations, using video in remote meetings, connecting with colleagues on LinkedIn, sending follow-up emails, attending internal events, and giving more than you get. She also emphasises the importance of showing up with a positive attitude and offering value to others.

"The more people know you, the more visible you are."

"Be seen and let people know what your aspirations are."

"People need to see your face. It builds trust."

Key Takeaways


Networking internally is crucial for career advancement and becoming better at your job.
Informal networking situations, such as hallway conversations and coffee breaks, provide opportunities to meet new people and be seen within the organisation.
Using video in remote meetings helps build trust and rapport with colleagues.
Connecting with colleagues on LinkedIn and engaging with their posts can increase visibility and open up new opportunities.
Sending follow-up emails after meetings or events shows proactive engagement and helps build relationships.
Attending internal events and getting involved in employee resource groups can expand networks and create new opportunities.
Offering value to others and showing up with a positive attitude can attract people and opportunities to you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Life Update08:26 Utilizing Informal Networking Situations12:55 Leveraging LinkedIn for Internal Networking

🎥 Watch the full episode on Youtube 

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🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn

 Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions 

Have you noticed that you're dragging yourself to work lately? Do you feel cynical all the time? Are you exhausted throughout the day? Is productivity reduced? Are you ready to quit? Has the passion you once had all but disappeared?You might be suffering from burnout...

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🎥 Watch the full episode on Youtube 

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🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn

🔗 Connect with Pam - LinkedIn

Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions 

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Connect with Dr Marny: LinkedIn | Instagram

Learn more: Dr Marny's Website

Book: Burnout to Brilliant

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In today's conversation, Dr. Marny Lishman discusses the topic of burnout and provides insights on how to manage and prevent it. She emphasises the importance of self-awareness and taking responsibility for self-care.

Dr Marny also highlights the need to create rituals for self-care and find moments of stillness and presence in a busy world. She encourages individuals to STOP and take time off when experiencing burnout and to embrace the power of doing nothing.

By listening to the needs of our minds and bodies, we can navigate the challenges of burnout and move towards a state of brilliance.

We discuss the importance of taking breaks and creating a culture of well-being in the workplace. We explore the benefits of hybrid working and the need to design careers around personal needs plus so much more...

 

Key Takeaways


Discover how taking regular breaks and prioritising self-care can turbocharge your productivity while preventing burnout
Why practices like Happiness Days can transform your workplace into a hub of well-being and productivity?
How do you design your career around personal needs and values to unlock the elusive work-life balance?
How to gain valuable insights and make informed decisions simply by observing our thoughts and feelings

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene02:56 Understanding Burnout and its Causes04:24 The Role of Self-Awareness in Managing Burnout07:21 Untangling Anxiety and Developing Self-Awareness10:48 Finding Space and Becoming Present14:09 Taking Responsibility for Self-Care20:51 Navigating a Stressful World24:49 Understanding Burnout and Moving Towards Brilliance27:12 The Importance of Taking Time Off29:49 Embracing the Power of Doing Nothing30:27 Differentiating Between Busy and Productive31:23 Listening to the Needs of Your Mind and Body32:03 Creating a Culture of Wellbeing33:08 Designing Careers Around Personal Needs34:11 The Benefits of Hybrid Working35:16 Preventing Burnout36:00 Knowing and Aligning with Personal Values37:27 Ritualizing Activities that Support Wellbeing38:28 The Power of Values in Decision-Making39:27 Rediscovering Personal Values40:06 Exploring Personal Values41:18 Observing Thoughts and Feelings44:21 Designing a Life that Supports Wellbeing47:27 The Rise of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership53:34 Balancing Empathy and Accountability in Leadership59:45 Observing Thoughts and Chatter

 

"I honestly think we're gonna see more change in the next decade than probably what I've seen in my entire lifetime."

In today's solo episode, Georgie discusses the importance of future-proofing your career. She highlights four key strategies: continuous learning, cultivating soft skills, adopting an entrepreneurial mindset, and networking.

Georgie emphasises the need to stay curious, upskill, and diversify our skillset to keep up with the pace of change.

She also emphasises the criticality of emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and adaptability.

Additionally, Georgie encourages listeners to think like entrepreneurs, be creative, and take calculated risks.

Finally, she stresses the value of building a strong network and leveraging social media for career advancement.

 

Key Takeaways


Continuous learning and upskilling are crucial for future-proofing our careers.
Soft skills, such as emotional intelligence and problem-solving, are becoming increasingly important in the workplace.
Adopting an entrepreneurial mindset can lead to innovation and career growth.
Building a strong network and leveraging social media is essential for career advancement.

 

Chapters

00:00 Continuous Learning: The Key to Staying Ahead in Your Career08:41 Cultivating Soft Skills: The Critical Skills of the Future13:51 Networking: Building Strong Connections for Career Success

🎥 Watch the full episode on Youtube 

👯‍♀️ Sisterhood Club - Website

🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn

 Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions