ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of Her Tech Circle, I sit down with Pearl Tang, a seasoned business executive with over 20 years of experience across multiple industries. Currently a Senior Innovation Advisory Consultant at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Pearl helps organizations unlock their potential through innovative technologies and cloud solutions. She shares her journey from tax technology at PwC to consulting and innovation advisory, offering insights into career growth, strategic thinking, and execution.
Key Takeaways:
- The Power of Asking – Career growth often starts with asking for opportunities and taking calculated risks.
- Building a Strong Network – Establishing a personal board of advisors can provide invaluable career guidance.
- The Role of Self-Awareness – Knowing what you value and what drives you is key to making meaningful career decisions.
Chapters & Time Markers:
- [00:00] Introduction & Guest Introduction
- [02:09] Pearl's Background & Career Journey
- [06:04] Transitioning from Tax Technology to Consulting
- [11:16] Pivotal Moments That Shaped Pearl's Career
- [16:52] First Exposure to Startup Culture
- [20:36] Overcoming Challenges in Career Transitions
- [25:51] The Importance of a Personal Board of Advisors
- [28:41] Self-Awareness & Career Success
- [32:48] Looking to the Future: What’s Next for Pearl
- [34:00] Closing Thoughts & Where to Connect
Topics Discussed:
- Pearl’s transition from tax technology to innovation advisory
- The importance of career risk-taking and networking
- Human-centered design and agile work practices in innovation
- Strategies for building a personal board of advisors
- How self-awareness influences career success
Guest Details:
- Name: Pearl Tang - connect on Linkedin here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pearl-tang-australia/
Host Contact Details:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bec-o-brien/
- Her Tech Circle - https://linktr.ee/hertechcircle
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