The Biggest Lie We Tell Young People About Tech Careers

Christina Lovelock talks about her new book 'Careers in Tech, Data, and Digital.' We discuss common misconceptions about tech careers, emphasising that not all tech jobs require coding skills. Christina shares the importance of curiosity in business analysis and highlights various tech roles beyond coding, such as service design, UX, and DevOps. We also talk about the significance of soft skills in tech leadership and the increasing opportunities in areas like security and sustainability. Additionally, we cover career pathways into tech, including apprenticeships, and advise young people on making career decisions without feeling pressured to choose a single specialism.

00:00 Introduction

00:31 Meet the Host and Guest: Paddy Dhanda and Christina Lovelock

01:51 The Importance of Curiosity in Business Analysis

03:36 Christina's New Book: Careers in Tech

04:44 Advice for Young People Considering Tech Careers

07:48 Exploring Diverse Roles in Tech

11:23 The Value of Visuals and Interviews in Christina's Book

13:25 Encouraging Young People to Explore Tech Careers

23:34 The Role of Apprenticeships in Tech

27:18 Future Trends in Tech Careers

29:18 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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Host: Paddy Dhanda

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Guest: Christina Lovelock

Christina Lovelock has worked in the tech sector for over 20 years and is committed to the development of the future tech workforce. She has introduced entry-level roles into her organisations and chaired the development of a UK National Digital Apprenticeship standard.

Working for a range of public sector organisations, she has led teams of up to 120 people to deliver digital transformation and organisational change. She is the author of two books, including Careers in Tech, Data and Digital: from education to employment. She lives in Yorkshire and is a consultant, writer, speaker and qualified coach. She would be delighted to connect via linkedIn!

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