IT Matters

Building more diverse, inclusive and stronger IT teams.
Conference & Workshops.
next event: 26.09.2020 ONLINE

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You've probably heard this already quite a few times already - #empathy is the skill of the future.

This #ITMatters2020 talk by @sharonsteed will guide you through the process of creating inclusive, collaborative teams with empathy.

https://t.co/XERKxs9FrH

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Parenting is solidly researched and may be a valuable inspiration for professional growth.
Tomasz Smaczny explains how you can overcome a failure in your professional life by applying #mindfulparenting principles:

https://t.co/I2B1bFdnzy

#ITMatters2020 #leadership #parenting

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It's Pride History month! 🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

We've been hearing from a lot of LGBTQI+ friends about their various journeys including how the impact of coming out has affected their careers especially.

It reminded us of this incredible talk from @imalexnowUK 🙌💪🥰
https://t.co/FGUQtg47q3

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It's Monday. How about we do a little self-scan?
Labels seem harmless and not serious – like reading a horoscope – who believes in them! Oh… wait…
Here's a talk from our beloved psychologist @DariaDorda:
https://t.co/c9gsATytSw

#ITMatters2020 #labels #selfadvocacy #diversity

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"Gitte's talk had me in tears, it hit so close to home."
It's time to remind #ITMatters2020 powerful presentation by @NativeWired. Gitte is exploring why stress and depression hit knowledge workers so often and shares some tips and tricks to prevent it.

https://t.co/E1kxZwkDEN

[Isabel Costa @isabelcmdcosta]

I really loved this talk about learning to ask for help by @witchofthetest 🤩 given at @ITMattersConf for the high energy, super interesting storytelling, and tips on how to ask for help at the workplace https://t.co/hwIhzcuixU

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All the talks & two of the workshop recordings from last week's #YouGotThisConf have just been published for free with full transcripts! https://t.co/jjZPQXs36D 💖

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What can you do to increase #inclusion for developers living with disabilities and chronic illnesses? A lot!

In her #ITMatters2020 talk, the amazing @_francied shares her perspective as a person living with chronic illnesses and gives concrete tips:
https://t.co/rF2LXWxkzT

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Make sure to sign up to our Discord before #YouGotThisConf

Workshops on 15th Jan, and a FREE conference day on 16th Jan!

Discord invite link can be found on our main site

👉https://t.co/6XeofudK5a

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Happy New Year!🎇
How about starting it with a reminder of one of the much-appreciated talks from IT Matters 2020?

Understand how to implement good habits and permanent changes in life with productivity expert and slow movement enthusiast @pproductivity.

https://t.co/5aKXvhVr06

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IT Matters is proud to be a part of @yougotthisconf network.
What's the idea behind this initiative? What themes are explored during our events? Why focusing on core skills that are non-technical is so important?

➡️@_phzn tells us all you need to know:
https://t.co/6rJayGJtJs

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If you haven't checked out @ITMattersConf 's new talks on the YGT site, we highly recommend that you do!

@klaartjejulia gave a great talk on going "from miscommunication to Miss Communication"

👉 https://t.co/gCJQBOMjFJ

#YouGotThisConf

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Great news!!

Thanks to a few last-minute donations, we are able to extend our inclusion programme until this Sunday 22nd Nov, 23:59 GMT for You Got This From Your Couch!✨

Retweet to spread the word, we want to help out as much as we can
https://t.co/vzVL0nwiK2 #YouGotThisConf

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We've got some exciting news for you this morning!🥳
The talks from #ITMatters2020 are now live in @yougotthisconf talk library - available for free AND with full transcripts! 😍
➡️Here's the full library: https://t.co/ittb0nweYx.

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Tickets for #YouGotThisConf From Your Couch are available at https://t.co/esZ90letPo! Happening on 15/16 Jan 2021. FREE conference and affordable workshops!

RT this info thread and follow for a chance to win one of ten sticker sets! Draw closes 15 Nov.

Here's what's in store👇

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We've asked #ITMatters2020 Participants about their key take aways from the conference.

Their answers seem to be a perfect piece of advice for today and for the days to come.
Here's one of them:

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To all #ITMatters2020 participants wondering when will the recorded talks be available - please bear with us, they're almost ready. We'll share them with you very soon.

[Christina Davidian @chrisdavidian]

Just finished watching this talk by @ard_kramer https://t.co/QCM4gl9imF from last year's @ITMattersConf. A great reminder around the important aspects of teams and teamwork!

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Will contain:
- the latest YGT updates
- book club content (also monthly, to be discussed on Discord!)
- messages directly from the organisers

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To everyone attending and contributing to #ITMatters2020 - THANK YOU!💖
One of the attendees said: "My best take-away from the conference is that we should all be kind to ourselves"
As truistic as it may sound to you, this is something we wish you all take with you to the future.