The Power of Perspectives

How the tech sector can empower women and top advice for women entering the industry. In spite of the progress that’s been made, women in tech still face barriers – both visible and invisible – working in the industry. Explore how to spot these barriers more effectively, a checklist to spot an employer with a good approach to gender diversity, and how flexible working models can benefit us all. Your host Rayen Ezzine is joined by Adriana Diaz Grüschow, who is an Industry Business Development Manager here at Zühlke, and Noemi Grazia Jacob, who is a Software Engineer.LINKS:More about Adriana’s storyNoemi Grazia Jacob and Rayen Ezzine at the Minerva AwardsBlog post: How to make things great for women in techBlog post: Zühlke’s partnership with SheCanCodeMore about SheCanCodeMore on emotional labourMore on the gender equality paradox in STEMMore on life at Zühlke

How can you practically contribute to sustainability within your organisations? Value sustainability but don’t feel you make an impact? You’re not alone. Explore the true definition of sustainability, common misconceptions, how to avoid greenwashing, and what more we can do to champion change from within our organisations.  Your host Rayen Ezzine is joined by Jess Hibberd who is a Sustainable Operations Lead at Zühlke, and Stefan Stankovic who is a Lead Cloud Engineer with us.  LINKS:UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Jess talking about our approach to sustainability

How to communicate effectively, build trust, and innovate across teams with diverse perspectives. Hear top tips on how to become a better communicator and collaborator – including expert advice on the importance of active listening.  Your host Rayen Ezzine is joined by Keya Desai, Zühlke’s Group Head of Digital Experience and Maurice Roach who is Zühlke’s Managing Director of Financial Services and Insurance in the UK.  LINKS: The trust equation How Maurice forged a change in career path How Keya is showcasing new digital technologies More on life at Zühlke

How can tech and innovation teams get accessibility right? Host Rayen Ezzine is joined by Caio Soares, expert software engineer and people lead at Zühlke, who has approximately 5% vision, and Andy Folland - content manager at Zühlke. In this episode, you'll get a better understanding of accessibility with our experts' top tips. Including the biggest misconceptions and how to overcome them.  LINKS: Caio’s story of determination More on the inclusivity tool kit with AndyTwo’s Company – Tandem cycling adventures for people who can’t cycle independently WHO’s advice on visual impairmentMore on life at Zühlke

Your host Rayen Ezzine is joined by Isabella Gruber, a Senior Consulting Manager for Data & AI here at Zühlke, and Tijana Krstajic is our Head of Data & AI for Bulgaria, Portugal & Serbia. Discover how you can gain more confidence with artificial intelligence and machine learning. Including top tips on how to upskill yourself and the importance of emotional intelligence in AI. LINKS: How to build a responsible AI framework  The EU AI Act How will the EU AI Act impact AI innovation? Tijana on a new era of incident management  Isabella Gruber speaking at Microsoft's AI Tour 2024 More on emotional intelligence and AI  More on life at Zühlke

Zühlke's new podcast – The Power of Perspectives.   Each short episode in the series explores how tech and innovation teams can use diverse perspectives to drive better project outcomes.