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Welcome to episode 7! Balancing life, building trust, and embracing the evolving role of technology.
๐๏ธ In the latest episode of the IT Business Partner Playbook Podcast, I was joined byย Dawn Milward, a dedicated business partner and mother navigating the fast-evolving world of technology and higher education atย Birmingham City University
๐ก Key Highlights:
1๏ธโฃ Juggling Roles: Personal and Professional
Dawn shared her journey of balancing a demanding career with raising two daughters, shedding light on the challenges working mothers face in the tech industry. She emphasized the importance of encouraging women to explore careers in IT and support them as they start their journeys
2๏ธโฃ Building Connections and Driving Strategy
As a Business Partner, Dawn delved into the significance of understanding organizational needs and connecting with stakeholders to deliver strategic value. We explored tools that Dawn’s team had developed to streamline project prioritisation and ensure continual alignment with university goals
3๏ธโฃ Embracing Technology with Purpose
Dawn highlighted how technology can be both a challenge and an enabler, stressing the need for oversight and effective communication in business strategies. We discussed the evolving role of tech in customer-facing initiatives and the cultural shifts needed to succeed.
4๏ธโฃ The Power of Trust and Positivity
Sharing personal experiences, we reflected on the importance of resilience, trust, and maintaining a positive outlook. Dawnโs insights remind us of the human side of business and the need to compartmentalize and find joy in daily moments.
5๏ธโฃ Stories that Inspire
We ended with personal anecdotes about the wisdom of older generations and the invaluable lessons they can teach us, especially the younger generation โa heartfelt reminder to cherish diverse perspectives!
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๐ Looking Ahead:
This episode is a testament to the personal strength required in business relationship management. Itโs an invitation to reflect on our own roles and how we can better connect, innovate, and inspire within our organisations.
“๐ช๐ต๐ฒ๐ป ๐๐ผ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ ๐๐ถ๐๐ต ๐ฎ ๐ฏ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ, ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ถ๐ ๐๐ ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐ด๐ฒ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ”.
๐ข Join the Conversation:
How do you balance the personal and professional demands of your role? What strategies have you found effective in fostering trust and driving innovation? Share your thoughts and stories with us!