In this episode, I sit down with Disha Mukherjee, who has an extraordinary story of resilience, career pivots, and thriving against all odds. After facing life-threatening health challenges and taking on the role of family breadwinner at just 25, Disha made a bold decision to switch from a data analyst to a data engineer—and later, uprooted her life from India to the UK to chase her dreams.

But it wasn’t an easy journey. Disha shares how she mastered new skills, networked with over 1,000 people on LinkedIn, and navigated job interviews with top tech companies—ultimately landing her dream role in the UK. Whether you’re considering a career pivot, looking to level up your tech skills, or want to break into a new market, Disha’s story is filled with actionable insights on making career transitions and building the resilience to overcome any obstacle.

Tune in to learn how Disha’s relentless drive can inspire you to push past setbacks and transform your own career. This is one you don’t want to miss!

Listen now to discover:

• How to successfully pivot to a new tech role.
• Networking tips that actually work.
• Strategies for overcoming personal and professional challenges.

Hit play and get ready to be inspired by Disha Mukherjee’s incredible journey!

Speaker Bio:
Hi! I'm Disha Mukherjee, a Data Engineer at Just Eat Takeaway in London, where I focus on building secure and efficient data pipelines. With over 8 years of experience in data roles across finance, asset management, and tech, I’m passionate about coding, big data, and continuous learning. Outside of work, I'm an advocate for mental health and women’s health issues, particularly raising awareness about IBS and endometriosis. I'm all about striving for excellence and making a positive impact in the tech world.

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