Zoë - IT in Education

from How Did You Get Here? · host Jamie Kirsten Howard

HDYGH, Zoë?We take a look at the career path of a semi-accidental IT professional, writer, and educator at a boarding school.Find Zoë on blueskyConnect with Jamie---------------------------------------------------------------Chapters00:00 Introduction to Zoe's Journey in IT01:05 From Aspirations to Reality: The Path to IT03:23 First Job Experience: Lessons from Panera Bread05:04 The Value of Service Industry Jobs06:51 Navigating Teenage Years: Compassion in Education08:31 Working in a Boarding School Environment10:39 Connecting with Students through Technology12:31 Education and Career Path: The Unconventional Route14:18 Career Progression: From Help Desk to IT Professional17:47 The Wild West of IT: Experiences in a Medical School20:22 Navigating Workplace Dynamics and Boundaries23:28 Turning Points: Defining Career Choices25:36 The Challenges of Writing and Opinion Pieces27:34 Finding Fulfillment in IT and Problem Solving30:11 Nostalgia for Early Computing Experiences34:38 The Impact of Boarding School on Youth39:34 Navigating Teen Drama and School Events44:38 Misconceptions About Working in IT

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