Podcast Show Notes – Episode 182 | 06.25.2024

Episode Title: How to Build a Unified Culture in Tech w/ Paula Stuart

Episode summary introduction:

Welcome to another episode of "The Way of the Wolf"! In this insightful conversation, I sit down with Paula Stuart, the CIO of Crescent Energy, to explore the importance of building a unified culture in the tech industry. Paula shares her inspiring journey from accounting to IT leadership, shedding light on the power of teamwork, mentorship, and continuous learning.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How to foster a collaborative and inclusive culture within your tech team.
• The significance of mentorship and how it can accelerate your career growth.
• Strategies to break down silos and enhance communication across departments.
• Insights into overcoming unconscious bias and promoting diversity in the workplace.
• Practical tips for leading a successful IT team in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

Whether you're an aspiring tech leader, a seasoned professional, or simply passionate about fostering unity in the workplace, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and actionable advice.

Key Moments

00:00 - Introduction and welcome

01:34 - Transition from accounting to IT

03:00 - Enjoying technology implementation

06:19 - Importance of mentors

09:16 - Employee hunger for knowledge

12:26 - Handling employees with egos

20:20 - Importance of culture and people officers

28:09 - Gender bias in male-dominated fields

43:54 - Biggest lesson learned

Guest: Paula Stuart

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-smetana-stuart-70a2a663/

Evanta: https://www.evanta.com/

Host: Sean Barnes

Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/

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