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Step into the vibrant world of technology with Glowing in Tech, where passion meets expertise every week. Join co-hosts Jessie and Shantelle—two dynamic women breaking barriers in tech—as they illuminate paths less traveled through candid conversations with industry innovators.
From blockchain breakthroughs to AI advancements, cybersecurity challenges to product management pivots, we spark discussions that matter. Our episodes don't just scratch the surface—they dive deep into real-world tech experiences, uncovering the triumphs, failures, and "nobody-tells-you-this" moments that shape remarkable careers.
In a tech landscape where representation matters more than ever, "Glowing in Tech" stands as a beacon—creating a space where underrepresented voices aren't just heard but amplified. We're building more than a podcast; we're fostering a community where everyone belongs, regardless of background or experience level.
Whether you're coding your first app, scaling your startup, or pivoting into tech from another industry, our conversations offer actionable insights to fuel your journey. Come glow with us at www.glowingintech.com, where we're rewiring tech, one empowering story at a time.
Mentorship, entrepreneurship, how to get into leadership - Renee Hunt: Part 2
Glowing in Tech
31 minutes
2 years ago
Mentorship, entrepreneurship, how to get into leadership - Renee Hunt: Part 2
Renee Hunt discusses the importance of tech in business leadership and the need for more opportunities for tech professionals to move into leadership roles. She also emphasizes the value of a broad skill set and the need for patience and grace in learning. Hunt also shares her plans to start a podcast and write a book.
The podcast also includes community comments on previous episodes, including discussions on unconscious bias and the power of introverted communication. Throughout the conversation, Hunt talks about the importance of a diverse workforce and how having people with different backgrounds and skills brings a unique perspective to problem-solving in the tech industry. She also shares her experience of being a woman of color in the tech industry and how she faced challenges due to unconscious bias. Hunt advises early career devs to be the best engineers they can be and acquire a wide range of skills, making them more employable and valuable in the industry.
She encourages tech professionals to consider leadership roles and move beyond their technical expertise to develop other skills necessary for leadership. Towards the end of the podcast, Hunt discusses her plans to start a podcast and write a book, and how she wants to use these platforms to share her experiences and insights with others in the tech industry. The podcast episode also includes community comments on previous episodes, including discussions on unconscious bias and the power of introverted communication.
Renee has over 30 years of experience in technology, starting her career in the US Army Signal Corp, then moving into the private sector after getting her MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. She is currently the Chief Technology Officer at Compare the Market, the UK’s leading Price Comparison company.
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Step into the vibrant world of technology with Glowing in Tech, where passion meets expertise every week. Join co-hosts Jessie and Shantelle—two dynamic women breaking barriers in tech—as they illuminate paths less traveled through candid conversations with industry innovators.
From blockchain breakthroughs to AI advancements, cybersecurity challenges to product management pivots, we spark discussions that matter. Our episodes don't just scratch the surface—they dive deep into real-world tech experiences, uncovering the triumphs, failures, and "nobody-tells-you-this" moments that shape remarkable careers.
In a tech landscape where representation matters more than ever, "Glowing in Tech" stands as a beacon—creating a space where underrepresented voices aren't just heard but amplified. We're building more than a podcast; we're fostering a community where everyone belongs, regardless of background or experience level.
Whether you're coding your first app, scaling your startup, or pivoting into tech from another industry, our conversations offer actionable insights to fuel your journey. Come glow with us at www.glowingintech.com, where we're rewiring tech, one empowering story at a time.
