Career Perspectives

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Career Perspectives

Karyn Nesby

8 episodes

5 months ago

Navigating the unpredictable twists of a technology career, Sr. Principal UX researcher Betsy Book joins us to recount her remarkable journey from art history academia to the vanguard of digital media. Her story is a testament to the power of serendipity – from a fortuitous arrival in NYC during the tech boom to her pivotal transition into product management and UX. Betsy's reflections on the nascent days of internet startups and the maturation of user experience as a field provide an insight...

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Careers

Technology,

Business

Episodes (8/8)

Career Perspectives

Betsy Book on Embracing Change and Resilience in a Tech Career

9 months ago

38 minutes

Career Perspectives

Navigating a Career in UX Design: Harnessing Creativity and Adaptability with Brett Fountain

When Brett Fountain first laid hands on a Mac in her high school graphic design class, a world of innovation and creativity opened up before her. Now she joins us to share the serendipitous twists and turns that led her from tinkering with Photoshop to becoming an innovation designer. Brett's tale is not just one of talent and opportunity, but also of the bravery to stride into the unknown and the resilience to embrace the journey's unpredictability. My conversation with her unfolds a story t...

1 year ago

31 minutes

Career Perspectives

A Deep Dive into Design Operations and Career Strategy with Shayla Hill

Embark on a journey with me as I converse with Shayla Hill, an expert in the realm of tech and design program management, uncovering the career strategies that have propelled her through a vibrant landscape of startups, corporate juggernauts, and creative agencies. We navigate Shayla's unique voyage from the world of business education into the heart of design operations. By dissecting her career progression, listeners gain a treasure map to success in tech and design, learning the value of s...

1 year ago

36 minutes

Career Perspectives

Amber Fields and BlackUXLabs: Shaping an Inclusive Future in Technology

Stepping into the spotlight with her relentless drive and vision, Amber Fields of Black UX Labs joins us to share her story of championing diversity in the tech space. As we unpack the transformative journey of the organization, from a pandemic-born support group to a beacon for Black, Brown, and queer tech professionals, the conversation reveals how strategic preparation and an unwavering commitment to excellence have created pathways to success. Our heartfelt dialogue uncovers the sobering ...

1 year ago

53 minutes

Career Perspectives

The Art of Career Pivots in Tech with Healy Dwyer: From Software Engineering to Product Management

Imagine stepping into the shoes of Healy Dwyer, whose career trajectory has been from her first job as a software engineering grad to her current role as a product manager in the cybersecurity sector, Healy's story is a playbook on navigating the tech field with agility and purpose. Our conversation not only spotlights the crucial role having a community of supportive women in tech for aspiring women leaders but also delves into the essence of career pivots that are reshaping how one may thin...

1 year ago

29 minutes

Career Perspectives

Transform Your Job Search and Learn Expert Insights with Tiffany Williams

Ever felt like your resume goes into a black hole, or wondered how to broach that awkward salary negotiation conversation? This episode with Tiffany Williams from PitchHR is your career GPS, plotting a route through the job market labyrinth. Tiffany's leap from healthcare administration to the helm of her own business provides a blueprint for adaptability and the power of professional networking. Together, we dissect the art of resume writing and strategic job searching, ensuring you have the...

1 year ago

50 minutes

Career Perspectives

Navigating Your Success: Building Your Personal Board of Directors for the Win

Ever wonder about the power players behind a successful career? It's time to unlock the secret recipe for professional triumph with your own personal board of directors. In my latest podcast, I delve into the transformative strategy of some enlightening authors to show you how to assemble your career dream team. Through anecdotes and my own experience, I'll reveal the critical roles mentors, sponsors, and even 'friend-tors' play in the tech and design industries. You'll learn how to cultivate...

1 year ago

12 minutes

Career Perspectives

Career Perspectives: Trailer

Welcome to the Career Perspectives Podcast, I’m your host Karyn Nesby of KMN Coaching and Consulting. I’m here to help you navigate your tech and design career. I will tap into my network and leverage my 20 years of experience in tech and design across multiple industries and bring my coaching and mentoring to you. I talk to industry professionals to gain their perspective, now don’t be surprised if your perspective shifts. Be open. We want you to succeed. Just consider us your virtual coache...

2 years ago

1 minute