How to Break Into AI Without a Tech Background (A Real Career Pivot Story)

Tired of being told you’re ‘not technical enough’ for the job you want?
 

This episode is proof that your background doesn’t define your future—and you don’t need a tech degree to break into AI.

Meet Hephzber Ifunanya Obiorah, a former finance pro who transitioned into AI with no coding experience and no traditional tech training. Her story is raw, honest, and wildly empowering for anyone ready to stop waiting and start building a career that fits.

You’ll learn:

• 🔄 How to enter AI from a non-tech background
• 🧠 The beginner tools and skills she used to stand out
• 💡 Why confidence, not code, is your real advantage

👉 Press play to rethink what’s possible for your career—and take the leap, even if it scares you.

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