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EPISODE · Jul 23, 2023 · 55 MIN

Can You Thrive in a Tech Career Without Writing a Single Line of Code? - Merryn Matthews & Helen Skrypnyk - 7-Eleven

from Career Confidence · host Georgie Hubbard

Both from non-technical backgrounds, Merryn Matthews, the Chapter Lead for Technical Delivery, and Helen Skrypnyk the Technical Delivery Lead at 7-Eleven, prove that thriving tech careers are possible without a coding background. From their incredible journeys into tech, to the empowering initiatives, like the impactful (Employee Resource) Tech W.I.S.E. group at 7-Eleven, to the importance of continuous learning and mentorship, today's episode offers valuable insights to help you advance your career. Discover how embracing change, staying curious, and nurturing a growth mindset can lead to personal and professional success.   🎙 In today's podcast   💜 How to advance in your career through open-mindedness, continuous learning, and the power of engaging communities. 💜 Discover the impact of the Tech W.I.S.E. group as it empowers women in tech, helping to foster growth and representation within 7-Eleven. 💜 Explore the exciting possibilities of having a thriving career in technology without the need for coding expertise. 💜 The influence of technology on young minds and practical strategies to strike a balance and safeguard the next generation from constant digital exposure. 💜 And, of course, we dive into Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and its potential impact on our future careers and how 7-Eleven is strategically preparing for tomorrow's technology.   Thanks for listening - we hope you find motivation and valuable insights in today's episode. If you enjoy these episodes, the #1 you can do to help us grow and keep spreading our mission and message is to hit the subscribe button and give us a rating. We'll see you next week. With love Georgie and Pam x   🔗 Connect with Merryn - LinkedIn   🔗 Connect with Helen - LinkedIn    👯‍♀️ Sisterhood Club - Website   🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn   🔗 Connect with Pam - LinkedIn   Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions

Both from non-technical backgrounds, Merryn Matthews, the Chapter Lead for Technical Delivery, and Helen Skrypnyk the Technical Delivery Lead at 7-Eleven, prove that thriving tech careers are possible without a coding background. From their incredible journeys into tech, to the empowering initiatives, like the impactful (Employee Resource) Tech W.I.S.E. group at 7-Eleven, to the importance of continuous learning and mentorship, today's episode offers valuable insights to help you advance your career. Discover how embracing change, staying curious, and nurturing a growth mindset can lead to personal and professional success.   🎙 In today's podcast   💜 How to advance in your career through open-mindedness, continuous learning, and the power of engaging communities. 💜 Discover the impact of the Tech W.I.S.E. group as it empowers women in tech, helping to foster growth and representation within 7-Eleven. 💜 Explore the exciting possibilities of having a thriving career in technology without the need for coding expertise. 💜 The influence of technology on young minds and practical strategies to strike a balance and safeguard the next generation from constant digital exposure. 💜 And, of course, we dive into Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and its potential impact on our future careers and how 7-Eleven is strategically preparing for tomorrow's technology.   Thanks for listening - we hope you find motivation and valuable insights in today's episode. If you enjoy these episodes, the #1 you can do to help us grow and keep spreading our mission and message is to hit the subscribe button and give us a rating. We'll see you next week. With love Georgie and Pam x   🔗 Connect with Merryn - LinkedIn   🔗 Connect with Helen - LinkedIn    👯‍♀️ Sisterhood Club - Website   🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn   🔗 Connect with Pam - LinkedIn   Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions

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