From customer experience to global product strategist, Samantha’s story reveals how staying human is the real superpower in tech.

Summary

In 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 tech

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Samantha Middlebrook's Journey

02:53 Navigating the Tech Industry: From Customer to Vendor

05:33 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence

08:10 Passion, Boundaries, and Sustainable Leadership1

0:57 The Evolution of Leadership: From Reluctance to Embracing Responsibility

13:55 AI Transformations: Serving People, Not Just Trends

19:40 The Importance of Human Interaction

22:35 Launching a Consulting Firm: The Right Moment

27:49 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Leadership Lessons

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