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FLINT Talks: Breaking Into Tech

Welcome back to another episode of FLINT Talks!
In our latest episode Caitlin is joined by Nadine and Kheila to discuss their moves from non-tech roles into thriving tech careersWe talk about:
What motivated them to pivot into tech roles
How they upskilled and networked
The challenges they faced
Advice for anyone looking to break into the tech industry
If you’ve ever wondered “Could I work in tech?” this one’s for you.

FLINT Talks: Gender Pay Gap Toolkit

Welcome back to a special episode of FLINT Talks!Earlier this month we celebrated International Women's day and the FLINT Talks team were lucky enough to secure some time with Hon. Nicola Grigg, Minister for Women, to discuss the Gender Pay gap Toolkit and the work the Ministry for Women are doing in New Zealand.Be sure to follow us wherever you get your podcasts @FLINT Talks

FLINT Talks: Goal Setting

Welcome back to another episode of FLINT Talks!
This episode we're joined by Charlotte and Daisy, two members of the FLINT Auckland Lead Team, to discuss all things Goal Setting. We talk about:
what makes a good goal and how to set them
habits we have implemented in our lives to set us up for success
books that have helped unlock the next steps in our journeys
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FLINT Talks: FLINT in 2025

Welcome back to another episode of FLINT Talks!
This episode we're joined by Zibby, the new National Lead of FLINT, to talk all things FLINT and what to expect in 2025!
Zibby recently attended the awesome Fintech Lab Launch alongside some of the Wellington FLINT team so we get to hear all about that event as well.
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FLINT Talks: Open Banking and Fintech

Join FLINT member Derrick and our new FLINT Auckland Chair Brodie for a discussion on Open Banking and Fintech.
 
We discuss topics such as:
- what Open Banking is
- how Open Banking could change the way we handle finances
- apps and software currently available to help manage our money
 
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FLINT Talks: Tertiary Study

Join FLINT member Caitlin and two brand new voices to the podcast, Kaity and Sophie, as they discuss Tertiary Study and it's relevance to the world today.
 
We discuss topics such as:
- our personal study journeys and how they have affected our careers
- the evolution of tertiary study to a more online approach
- things to keep in mind when considering if study is right for you
 
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FLINT Talks: AI Panel

Last month we had the amazing opportunity to record a live episode at the TUANZ Tech Users Summit, the FLINT session on "How AI Can Accelerate Your Next Career Move."
 
This episode contains the discussion on AI with our panel made up of Vicky Nyamsuren, Sid Kumar and Ben Sheehan, hosted by FLINT members Derrick and Caitlin.
As Derrick mentions at the start of the episode, the panel session was recorded on a laptop sitting a few metres away from the panelists, and then enhanced by AI using Adobe Podcast and Descript.
Please also have a listen to last months episode containing Vicky's Keynote, an uplifting story of growing up in a small village in Mongolia through to becoming the tech icon she is today.
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FLINT Talks: Vicky Nyamsuren Keynote

Join us for an extra special episode of FLINT Talks.
This month we had the amazing opportunity to record a live episode at the TUANZ Tech Users Summit, the FLINT session on "How AI Can Accelerate Your Next Career Move."
This episode will contain the keynote by Vicky Nyamsuren and the panel will be coming soon so make sure you stay tuned!
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FLINT Talks: Recruitment in Tech

Join FLINT members Caitlin and Hassana as we discuss recruitment agents and Hassana's journey in starting her own recruitment agency.
 
We discuss how recruitment agents work for both individuals and organisations, how people can learn more about becoming a recruitment agent and a new organisation for Maori in the technology space, TechTaniwha!
 
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FLINT Talks: To Stay or to Go?

Join FLINT members Derrick and Caitlin as we consider staying in New Zealand vs moving overseas.
 
We discuss topics such as:
- how moving to a new country can change your career growth
- the cost of living vs the cost of leaving
- work-life balance and lifestyles in different countries
 
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