Professional Development (PD) stories - Page 4
This International Women's Day, lean on proof (of skill, of impact and of potential)
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This International Women's Day, experts urge proof of skills through hands-on practice to close confidence gaps and drive real career growth.
How do we give to gain in a fractured world?
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edutech
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higher education
In a fractured world, leaders must “give to gain” by investing in cultural intelligence, turning diversity into real inclusion and resilience.
Building inclusively at scale: Empowering women in the data center boom
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devops
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
As AI drives a data centre boom, Compu Dynamics is proving women can build careers in mission‑critical tech without a computer science degree.
2026: The year of mentorship
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it industry
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iwd
As DEI faces political headwinds, Scottish tech leaders are urged to make 2026 the year structured, scalable mentorship drives real change.
Give to Gain: The quiet power of example for women in STEM
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ict sector
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opinion
On International Women's Day, women in STEM show how quiet, visible consistency can reshape workplaces and expand what others believe is possible.
"Be confident, be true' - Farah's advice to women wanting to work in tech
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opinion
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gender diversity
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gender equality
Farah urges women in tech to own their expertise, stay true to themselves and deliver value to earn respect in male-dominated rooms.
“I didn't work with a female coder for 10 years - now I feel more hopeful than ever”
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it industry
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software engineering
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digital literacy
After a decade without female colleagues, coder Midori Fukami now sees rising representation in tech and urges women to claim their space.
Purposeful leadership shaping the future of insurance
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Geo Underwriting chief shares how curiosity-led leadership, culture and digital ambition are reshaping the future of the UK insurance market.
EASI launches 2026 social impact awards for UK founders
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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smb
EASI opens applications for its 2026 awards, offering a GBP £10,000 grant and year-long support to UK founders driving social impact.
Cyber leaders urge culture shift to retain women in STEM
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hcm
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cybersecurity
Cyber and tech leaders say diversity will stall unless firms tackle toxic culture, caregiving bias and back women with real sponsorship.
International Women's Day: If women are not shaping AI, they will be shaped by it
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digital transformation
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fintech
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hcm
As AI reshapes work and life, women must be empowered to build and question it, or risk being defined by systems they did not design.
Why leaders should give the next generation of women in ICT the support they need to go further and faster
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erp
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leadership
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ict sector
Leaders must actively mentor women in ICT, turning self-doubt into confidence so the next generation can rise further, faster and boldly.
From NOC night shifts to leading change in network ops
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On Women's Day, a former night-shift engineer shares how resilience, support and fair chances turned NOC grind into tech leadership.
Tech leaders urge action to lift women into senior roles
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fintech
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ai ethics & governance
Tech leaders across three continents mark International Women's Day 2026 urging structured support and clearer paths for women in cyber.
Why cybersecurity needs women from non-tech careers
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ransomware
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybersecurity is missing vital human insight; drawing in women and non‑STEM talent could close both the threat and perspective gaps.
Women don't need a seat at the table; We're building the table
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hcm
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flexible work
Women in tech are no longer waiting for a seat at the table - they're redefining leadership, driving growth and building new tables.
IWD 2026: Why #GivetoGain Is the antidote to the 'knowledge is power' myth
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uc
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collaboration
This International Women's Day, #GivetoGain urges tech leaders to swap hoarding knowledge for sharing it, unlocking real power and progress.
Curiosity and determination can build knowledge and experience
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cx
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martech
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it industry
A determined account manager shows how curiosity, not technical expertise, can drive success for women building careers in IT sales.
How women in tech can advance their careers
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ict sector
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iwd
Women in tech can fast-track progression by building executive presence, nurturing resilience and leveraging strong support networks.
'Give to Give' vs 'Give to Gain'
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apple
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blackrock
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iwd
Women are urged to shift from self-effacing 'give to give' to confident 'give to gain', turning generosity into visible power and progress.