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NZ Tech Insight

Alex , Ben and CO
Artificial Intelligence
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Harry Wills
Technology
BA Career Meta
Data Science
Networking
Business Analysis
Data Engineering
Aura
Solar Zero
Leadership
Sophie Chen
Salesforce
Victoria University Of Wellington
Freelancing
Web Development
Growth Mindset
Personal Branding

Welcome to Tech Insight, the podcast where we explore the stories, strategies, and lessons from top professionals in the IT industry in New Zealand. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we bring you conversations with architects, data scientists, engineers and other tech leaders who have navigated the fast-changing landscape of technology. techi... more

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Saartje Ly
AI software engineer
Episode: EP27 From Cold Emails to AI Engineer: How Saartje Ly Broke Into AI Software Engineering
Deb Crossan
Member of the ICT grad school who helps ICT graduates improve employability
ICT grad school
Episode: EP26 From Graduate to Hired with Deb Crossan: The Real Secrets to Landing a Tech Job
Swapna Soni
Transformation leader with extensive experience in enterprise-wide changes in NZ
Formerly NZ Post; NZ Ministry of Social Development; Renko
Episode: EP25 From Technology to Strategic Impact: Swapna Soni on AI and Human-Centred Transformation
Harry Wills
AI engineer and recent graduate with an AI major from Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Episode: EP24 Landing Your First AI Job in a Tough Market | Harry Wills on Networking, Mentorship & Mindset
Nila Zhu
Senior Business Analyst
Episode: EP23 Breaking Into Tech in New Zealand: Nila Zhu on Business Analysis, Job Hunting, and AI
Chris Reed
Career coach, mindset coach, and IT recruitment specialist
Episode: EP22 Why Job Boards Aren’t Enough: How to Break Into Tech in 2026
Jason Jin
Software engineer based in Auckland, New Zealand
Episode: EP21 Building a Tech Career in the Age of AI: Skills That Actually Matter
Alex Liu
Data scientist focused on applying computing solutions in industry
Lumi
Episode: EP20 From Teacher to Data Scientist: Alex Liu’s Non-Linear Path into Tech
Mark Pearl
Technology leader, VP of Engineering at Circle
Circle
Episode: EP19 From Writing Code to Leading Teams: Mark Pearl on Servant Leadership in Tech

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Benjamin (Ben)
Primary host with NZ Tech Insight affiliation; central voice across episodes; frequent guest interactions.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
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    Icey Meng
    New Zealand2 years ago

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EP21 Building a Tech Career in the Age of AI: Skills That Actually Matter
Q: What advice would you give to university students or recent graduates trying to land their first tech job?
Master core courses like Object Oriented Programming and Algorithms and Data Structures, apply early to roles (internships and graduate positions alike), and seek mentorship and practical conversations with companies to turn those early conversations into opportunities.
EP21 Building a Tech Career in the Age of AI: Skills That Actually Matter
Q: What helped you the most during the transition from university to the real industry?
Having a mentor during graduate roles, taking opportunities to apply early to internships and junior roles, and actively engaging with more senior engineers helped me build both technical foundations and professional confidence.
EP24 Landing Your First AI Job in a Tough Market | Harry Wills on Networking, Mentorship & Mindset
Q: What steps helped you land your AI engineer internship and first role?
Networking at Summer of Tech, engaging with CTOs, and proactive conversations at events led to an internship and then a full-time offer; persistent outreach and showcasing value were key.
EP24 Landing Your First AI Job in a Tough Market | Harry Wills on Networking, Mentorship & Mindset
Q: Why technology? What first sparked your interest in technology and why AI/CS at uni?
Interest started from being around tech in childhood, through gaming and digital tech in school, and a fascination with AI sparked by films; later, university AI/CS studies and early exposure to practical tools solidified the path.
EP16 From Forklift Driver to CIO: Leadership, Curiosity, and AI with Steve James
Q: What advice would you give to someone aiming for CIO-level leadership?
Focus on the why of your team, seek mentors, build a capable team around you, and protect time for long-term strategic thinking. He also advised tailoring communication for executives and being authentic rather than trying to imitate famous leaders.

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What is NZ Tech Insight about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show spotlights practical career paths and leadership in New Zealand's tech scene, with a strong emphasis on breaking into AI, navigating job markets, and driving human-centered transformation. Episodes consistently explore non-linear routes into tech, mentorship, networking, and how AI tools reshape roles from software engineering to business analysis and leadership. Listeners are likely professionals aiming to level up, mid-career pivots, or newcomers seeking actionable steps, real-world examples, and insights into NZ tech culture and hiring expectations. A notable pattern is the focus on pragmatic strategies—portfolio building, proactive outreach, and people-centric approaches—alongside thoughtful commentary on leadership, change ma... more

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8. Alex Liu

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