Claire Noble’s Post

Had a great evening at the Scotland Women in Technology event hosted by Lloyds Banking Group last night exploring how Failure can lead to Success. Thank you to Ola Clark for organising the event, and host/panellists for their candour, time and insights :) Here are some of my own reflections from the evening: 1. #Allyship - There was a disappointingly low number of men in the audience. The panel had a brilliant discussion about bias, conscious and unconscious, and the need for society to take steps to bringing equity and diversity to the workplace (and home!). However, if men don't start joining these conversations, listening and learning then how are we ever going to see real change? 2. #BeCurious - Much of what the panel discussed showed how being curious, in all parts of our lives, can lead to much more successful outcomes. It can lead to better understanding our colleagues, their experiences and the ways in which our actions impact the world around us, for better and worse. Establishing this empathy makes us better at our jobs as well as starts to break down the barriers that are so easy to build around us. 3. #NotABug - A conversation that resonated really deeply for me was how we need to view failure differently, and often we mislabel. It is so common in the software world to hear developers saying "It's a feature, not a bug". So let's apply that to this as well "Its a mistake, not a failure". 4. #FailFast - Embracing failure, digesting it and learning is key to growing. Failure is inevitable, despite doing all of the above, we cannot avoid it 100% of the time. To try to avoid failing is failing to avoid trying. Push yourself out of your comforts, get it wrong, learn and next time you will try something different which might just work. A reflection from my career, both when hiring and as a candidate is that my biggest learning and growth have come from mistakes and failures. Deleting a production database in week 4 as a software engineer was a REALLY bad start to my career, but I learnt a lot from that (as did my senior engineer who let it happen 🙈😅) . 5. #BeKind - My final reflection. We are all human and, like it or not, we have to spend time around one another. Be kind, look after one another, treat people with respect and forgive mistakes. Pay it forward and hopefully we can move to a society where failure isn't seen as a taboo, but rather encouraged as a learning opportunity.

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As 2023 draws to a close, it's time for a genuine reflection on the year that unfolded. Joined Barclays at the start of Q2 wasn't a walk in the park, but it proved to be a launching pad. Amidst the challenges, I found myself collaborating with exceptional colleagues, initiating a journey that wasn't just about hurdles but also about seizing opportunities. From engaging with consultancy partners to dialogues with CTOs of other organisations, the year unfolded as a tapestry of experiences. Working with diverse technologies, navigating tough decisions, and steering the roadmap to enhance our systems became part of the daily adventure. Am I content looking back? Far from it. Instead, I see it as a catalyst for personal growth, a chance to ascend to new heights, acquire fresh knowledge, and spearhead innovative initiatives. Every challenge is a stepping stone, and every decision shapes the path forward. As we approach 2024, I'm poised to confront new challenges, unafraid to pose uncomfortable questions to my colleagues. Reflecting on the day's end, the fulfillment comes from the belief that I'm delivering and making a positive impact. It's a two-way journey; the organisation has offered abundant opportunities, and in return, I'm dedicated to fulfilling my responsibilities, ensuring a symbiotic growth.

Today I was part of an incredible event that saw employee resource groups of Lloyds Banking Group - Breakthrough, Women in Data, Women ConnecTech and Women in Security – all #collaborate at this scale for the first time. 'Step into Data, Tech & Security' virtual all-day event was designed to ignite curiosity and offer guidance to those keen on exploring and advancing careers in tech, data or security.    Why #TechDataSecurity? The answer is quite powerful. Recent #EmergingTech advancements are believed to be approaching a pivotal shift in our lifestyle, potentially surpassing the impact created by the internet and smartphones. Banking and Finance is no exception to this change, hence LBG has also embarked on its biggest transformation journey yet. We know that the right outcomes for customers rely not only on brilliantly built tech, but also on the data we use, and integrate into our systems, along with stringent security measures. Moreover, delivering exceptional outcomes requires diverse talent, reflective of our society at large, collaborating inclusively towards the right kind of change. And we know that in the UK, we still have a way to go in achieving gender diversity with only 29% of women currently in tech roles. All of this fuels my drive for the work that I do, hence I felt incredibly privileged to lead an opening session on ‘Future-Proofing our Careers’ joined and supported by an exceptionally inspiring leader, People Director Sarah Underhill. Together we set the scene for the sessions to follow that would delve into colleague stories, tech, data and security roles, skills in-demand, re-skilling and upskilling journeys available, mentoring, networking and even improving CV and application skills. Here's our 3 key tips on career progression: 1) Embrace a Growth mindset: Nurture your eagerness to learn, unlearn, relearn, and scrutinize your existing knowledge and skills. Be open to change and accept that today’s expertise may become redundant tomorrow – and that’s ok. The World Economic Forum projects 44% of worker’s core skills shifting in the next 5 years. While the exact change remains unclear, we're already observing cognitive skills, such as analytical and creative thinking, resilience, agility, self-awareness, empathy - all becoming equally in-demand as technological literacy and leadership. 'Soft skills' are now core! 2) Cultivate curiosity. Allow it to guide you towards answers and insights quicker. In this fast-evolving world, a curious mindset will help you spot valuable hints, tips, and directions long before any formal training or guidance is created. 3) Recognise that career paths today can be wonderfully squiggly and varied. Focus on finding a path that resonates, feels authentic and right for you, and take your first steps from there. Would you like to #TakeTheNextStep and #StepIntoDataTechSecurity? Rachel Osikoya Camille Lawrence Yvonne Achan-Oryema Charlie Godolphin

It's never been more urgent for companies to develop a common internal understanding of #data values - and a framework for implementation to follow. In a new #FutureForward interview, host Sasha Krstic, President of Mastercard Canada discusses the intricacies of this topic with EY's Roobi Alam and other industry thought leaders. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/EJtK30szbAn #EYCanada #BetterWorkingWorld

It's never been more urgent for companies to develop a common internal understanding of #data values - and a framework for implementation to follow. In a new #FutureForward interview, host Sasha Krstic, President of Mastercard Canada discusses the intricacies of this topic with EY's Roobi Alam and other industry thought leaders. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/2jKR30szbbz #EYCanada #BetterWorkingWorld

Have a look at the VOICE blueprint which provides actionable ideas on how to enable, retain and professionally grow colleagues from lower socio-economic backgrounds. #DEI #Diversity #Inclusion #Belonging

The Empowerment Stage 🙌 | Lloyds Banking Group   Learn from Lloyds Banking Group brilliant data practitioners and inspirational women about:     → How Lloyds Banking Group is embracing technology,  → Nurturing female talent, and  → Continuous innovation that might surprise you.     All with the aim of Helping Britain Prosper.    This session will give you a flavour of how people, data and tech come together in the organisation, leaving you feeling inspired.    👤 Alexandra Winward, Director of Finance Data & Analytics Office  📈 30 years in Manufacturing, Banking, and Finance services.  🌟 Qualifications in multiple change disciplines, Six Sigma, and Data capabilities.  💼 Began work at 16 through YTS (apprenticeship), laying the foundation for synergy between Finance and Data in commercial operations.     👤 Rose St Louis – Protection Director  🌟 25+ years in Financial Services (insurance to wealth management).  🌍 Known for delivering inclusive customer service with purpose and culture.  🤝 Member of the Insurance United Against Dementia board     👤 Marie Anderson - Tech Lead and Machine Learning Engineer  🎓 PhD in organic semiconductor physics.  🔬 Pioneered collaboration with the University of Bristol.  👊 Developed Tourettes at 15, diagnosed with dyslexia at 18.  💬 Open about disabilities in the workplace, nurturing an inclusive and open environment where diversity is normalised 👤 Poppy Peake, Machine Learning Engineer  🎓 Returned to university, changed careers from the property sector.  💪 Supports female-focused career development programs and communities.  🌐 Leads Lloyds Banking Group’s Women in Data Steering Committee.    Register for our flagship waitlist ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eFY7jE-M  #WomenInData #WomenInTech #WomenInSTEM #WomenInTechnology #Diversity #Equality #GenderParity #Female #FemaleEmpowerment #Empowerment #Data #Technology #Programming #Coding #Analytics #DataAnalytics #DataScience #STEM #DataEvent #LBG #Lloyds #FemaleLeader #DataScientist #FinancialService #WorkplaceEquality 

Are you wondering what candidates "ACTUALLY" expect during the application process and from employers? Well wonder no more I'm excited to announce our upcoming webinar Inside the Mind of Gen Z: Understanding Candidate Expectations on 9th July, 10 - 11am. I’ll be joined by Talia King, Managing Director at Connectr Talent Technology, and Grainne Longman CMgr FCMI, Early Careers Specialist at Lloyds Banking Group. We will be debunking all the misconceptions and looking at how employers can maximise their value proposition for potential candidates. Find the registration link in the first comment!👇🏿 #GenZ #Recruitment #Webinar

Citi, the US multinational investment bank and financial services organization, produces an excellent range of digital thought leadership and reputation-boosting material, including podcasts and video series. The corporate social media presence is vibrant and engaging, with frequent posts on a wide variety of themes. In particular, the YouTube channel https://lnkd.in/ejWPwEbM has a treasure trove of videos which offer a compelling insight into what the company stands for and how it operates, as well as what life is like for employees.   But this valuable content does not always make it on to the corporate website www.citigroup.com, and categorization there is also inside-out and a little confusing.   It is also a site which does not attempt to combine a marketing and corporate role, which makes its construction and messaging simpler, but can mean that customers are unlikely to discover group-level strengths, for example social responsibility initiatives.   #corporatecommunications #digitalchannels #citigroup