ThunderCast: Growth, Grit, and Getting Back In

Stuck in your career? Ali McKee's story can help. Learn about big career changes and balancing work and family. See why being honest at work is smart. Find work that fits your life. Get tips to restart your career strong. Real talk, real help. Read this now.

Welcome to ThunderCast: Charged-Up Insights for People in Tech, where we explore the latest trends and innovations in the tech industry.  

  1. From Safe to Stretch: The Career Leap

  • Why Ali left a “safe” job in print to jump into the unknown world of tech 
  • The mindset shifts required when switching industries 
  • What happens when you realise you’ve been underestimating yourself for years 

 

  1. Mental Load & Modern Leadership

  • The invisible weight working parents carry—and how to handle it 
  • Why judgement-free flexibility is more than a nice-to-have 
  • The reality of showing up for your kids and your team 

 

  1. Vulnerability vs Strength: The Balancing Act

  • Why being open is a competitive advantage (and not a liability) 
  • The kind of support returning professionals really need 
  • How to spot the difference between growth and overwhelm 

 

  1. Choosing Work That Works for You

  • What to look for in your next job (it’s not just salary or title) 
  • Why believing in the mission makes the hard days worth it 
  • Ali’s take on financial freedom, fulfilment, and flexibility 

 

  1. Advice for Re-Entry and Reinvention

  • How to prepare for job interviews after time away 
  • Tips for regaining confidence in a changed job market 
  • Why openness to learning might be your greatest asset 

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