Listen "Leading with Heart in the Age of AI: Samantha Middlebrook on Purpose, Confidence & Connection"
Episode Synopsis
From customer experience to global product strategist, Samantha’s story reveals how staying human is the real superpower in tech.SummaryIn this episode of Love Your Work, Samantha Middlebrook shares her journey from a non-tech background to becoming a globally recognized product strategist. She discusses the importance of human-centered design in technology, navigating imposter syndrome, and the balance between passion and boundaries in leadership. Samantha also reflects on her experiences with AI transformations and the significance of maintaining human interaction in a tech-driven world. As she launches her consulting firm, she emphasises the need for empowerment and support among women in techChapters 00:00 Introduction to Samantha Middlebrook's Journey02:53 Navigating the Tech Industry: From Customer to Vendor05:33 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence08:10 Passion, Boundaries, and Sustainable Leadership10:57 The Evolution of Leadership: From Reluctance to Embracing Responsibility13:55 AI Transformations: Serving People, Not Just Trends19:40 The Importance of Human Interaction22:35 Launching a Consulting Firm: The Right Moment27:49 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Leadership LessonsFor more head to https://rachelsparkes.substack.com/
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