Best Amdocs Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating Privacy in the GenAI era 12:42

9d ago12:42

12:42

In this enlightening episode of "Your Career: Choice or Chance – Gen AI in the Workplace," host Mike MacDade and Zvi Joseph, Deputy General Counsel, embark on a journey to unravel the intricate relationship between Gen AI and individual privacy rights. With the expertise of Zvi, they explore the evolving landscape of privacy concerns amidst the rap…

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Neil Blecherman: Driving ROI Through Tech Partnerships 29:17

11d ago29:17

29:17

In this episode of Ecosystem Aces titled "Neil Blecherman: Driving ROI Through Tech Partnerships," we dive deep with Neil Blecherman,Tech Partner Program Director, Nutanix into the intricacies of forming and nurturing technology partnerships. With a rich background that spans across industry giants like Nutanix and Intel, Neil shares his seasoned i…

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Udita Bhattacharya: The Art of Enablement: AWS’s Approach to Partner Growth 27:14

19d ago27:14

27:14

In this episode of Ecosystem Aces titled "The Art of Enablement: AWS’s Approach to Partner Growth," we're joined by Udita Bhattacharya, AWS Global Partner Enablement Lead, who leads AWS's global partner enablement teams. Udita shares insights into AWS's dynamic enablement mechanisms, including personalized events designed to boost partners' busines…

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Alina Everett: Innovation Through Collaboration: Qualtrics, GSIs, and the Power of AI 28:57

26d ago28:57

28:57

In "Innovation Through Collaboration: Qualtrics, GSIs, and the Power of AI," we delve into Qualtrics's pivotal role in transforming the tech and GSI landscape. Our guest, Alina Everett, Vice President of GSI Alliances - EY + Deloitte at Qualtrics, shares her journey at Qualtrics, focusing on the success of joint co-sell initiatives, experience mana…

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Multimodality in AI with Itay Gadot 14:30

27d ago14:30

14:30

In this episode of "Your Career: Choice or Chance – Gen AI in the Workplace," host Yael Shur welcomes Itay Gadot, Marketing Strategy Executive, to explore the transformative impact of Multimodality in AI. Together, they delve into the intricate world of AI, unpacking the concept of Multimodality and its profound implications for the future of work.…

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Software Development Life Cycle in the AI Era - A New Design Process with Jeremy Smith 17:37

1M ago17:37

17:37

In this episode, Mike MacDade and Jeremy Smith, CTO-Engineering discuss the impact of GenAI on Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Together with AI co-host Alex, they dive into various phases of SDLC affected by GenAI, touching on planning, development, testing, and human collaboration aspects. They explore challenges, opportunities, and ethica…

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Exploring Gender Bias in GenAI with Laila Sprejer 9:57

2M ago9:57

9:57

Join host Yael Shur, for a special episode as we celebrate International Women's Day by diving into the intriguing world of GenAI and gender bias. Yael welcomes Laila Sprejer, an esteemed leader in data science and AI teams, to uncover the risks associated with biased data and the challenges faced by women in tech leadership roles. With the insight…

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Patrick Piwowarczyk: How HP/Poly Work with Partner to Define the Future of the Work 22:56

2M ago22:56

22:56

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world underwent a drastic transformation. One of the areas that had to adapt the most was the physical working environment, which, for most organizations, had to shift entirely to remote work. This transition presented numerous challenges in ensuring that the working environment could effectively fit within the edg…

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Reskilling in the Age of AI with Mary Tsilov 13:46

2M ago13:46

13:46

In this episode, Mike MacDade and Mary Tsilov, Product Strategy Manager, dive into the impact of AI on traditional roles, focusing on the importance of reskilling in the product management landscape. They discuss the challenges faced by professionals and organizations and delve into strategies for effective reskilling initiatives. Throughout the co…

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The changing employee experience in the era of AI with Tzvia Reinhold 11:32

3M ago11:32

11:32

Reetu hosts Tzvia Reinhold, an Organizational and Occupational Psychologist and a manager in the Talent Management Team. In this episode, they explore the impact of AI on the employee experience, rethinking AI's role in the workplace, and addressing common fears and misconceptions employees have about AI and automation. With his last question, Alex…

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Simon Ninan: Bringing Ecosystem Thinking to an $80B Industrial Juggernaut 33:49

3M ago33:49

33:49

In our tech-driven era, relying on the outdated paradigm of "we can do it ourselves" is no longer sustainable for any company. To truly flourish in today's dynamic landscape, businesses need to embrace ecosystem thinking, mirroring the collaboration found in the natural world where diverse ecosystems cooperate towards common goals. In this episode,…

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Augmenting Ourselves with AI: A Design Revolution with Mirit Cohen and Andrew Weigand 16:22

3M ago16:22

16:22

In this episode, Mike MacDade and Alex, the AI co-host, dives into the groundbreaking world of AI's influence on design with industry experts Mirit Cohen, an Interactive Designer, and Andrew Weigand, a Multimedia Professional. The episode navigates through reshaped creative processes, challenges faced in working with AI, opportunities arising, and …

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Beyond Experimentation: Prof. Yoav Shoham's A121’s CEO, talks on Gen AI's Future and AI21 Journey 26:14

3M ago26:14

26:14

In this episode, Avishai sits down with AI pioneer Yoav Shoham. Yoav was a professor of computer science at Stanford for 28 years, where he was the director of the AI Lab. He is also a serial entrepreneur and has founded various companies across industries. Most recently, he co-founded AI21 labs. AI21 Labs aims to take AI to the next level and buil…

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Katie Landaal: Building and Leading Successful Partner Ecosystems 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

Establishing and maintaining enduring partnerships is a task that undeniably transcends the capabilities of one individual. Yet, within their responsibility lies the capacity to be an effective leader—guiding the team in unison and ensuring a shared direction. This involves skillfully overseeing the team through consistent delegation, strategic pri…

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Managing a Team of Humans and Machines with Esty Liani 15:00

3M ago15:00

15:00

Reetu Raina and Alex, the AI co-host, meet Esty Liani, Head of R&D, to explore the complexities of managing diverse teams of humans and machines. The discussion navigates the transition from technical expertise to leadership roles after AI advancements. Key Takeaways: Transitioning from technical expertise to leadership roles amidst AI advancements…

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Jeff Mattan: The Critical Role of Partner Ops Driving Partnership Transformation 28:07

4M ago28:07

28:07

Establishing partnerships is pivotal for business growth. However, the significance of not only cultivating these alliances but also ensuring their appeal to both prospective and existing partners is equally crucial as building the partnerships. In today’s episode, we are joined by Jeff Mattan, VP, Global Partner Programs and Operations at BeyondTr…

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Vanessa Sorenson: From Startups to Solutions: Insights from Microsoft's ANZ Chief Partner Officer 28:49

5M ago28:49

28:49

Innovative minds, where new ideas and technologies constantly spark from, are scattered around every corner of the world. However, accessing capital and resources to bring these innovations to life is a bottleneck for a lot of individuals and startups. A potential answer to bridging this gap while generating revenue and value to customers is co-cre…

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Gen AI in the Service of Talent Acquisition with Adam Rogers 12:10

5M ago12:10

12:10

In this episode, Reetu Raina welcomes Adam Rogers, Talent Strategy Lead, for an insightful discussion about how Gen AI is revolutionizing talent acquisition. Don't miss our AI co-host Alex's final out-of-the-box question, which will leave you thinking about the future of talent management with AI. Key Takeaways: AI-driven tools are transforming tal…

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Dan Hod: Building Bridges: How Amdocs Collaborates with Hyperscalers to Deliver Customer Value 27:56

5M ago27:56

27:56

In the ecosystem world, being forward thinking is crucial — if you are building partnerships when you need them, and not when you anticipate the needs of your customers and the trends of the market, you won’t be on the cutting edge. In this episode, we are joined by Dan Hod, VP, Global Cloud Partnerships and Business Development at Amdocs, as he ta…

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Thriving with New Skills with Vilma López Lemoine 12:19

5M ago12:19

12:19

In this episode, our host, Yael Shur Shmueli, Head of HR Amdocs technological and Corporate units welcomes Vilma López Lemoine, Technical Program Manager- Data Scientist, to uncover the skills and qualities individuals need to thrive in an AI-driven workforce. Don't miss our AI co-host Alex's final out-of-the-box question, which will leave you thin…

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Exciting new season is out! 5:05

5M ago5:05

5:05

Yael Shur Shmueli, Head of HR Amdocs technological and Corporate units, Mike MacDade, Head of Operations, Amdocs Strategy and Technology, and Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, come together again to set the stage for an exciting exploration of Gen AI's role in reshaping the workplace. Discover what to expect in the upcoming episodes and why t…

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Amit Sinha Roy: How Tata Communications Co-Innovates with Partners for Customer Value 30:42

6M ago30:42

30:42

Competition is an inherent trait of all industries' marketplaces. However, when strong partnerships are built, collaboration allows business leaders to address customers' specific needs more efficiently, whether it is by multi-dimensional engagements or single product-based solutions. In today’s episode, Amit Sinha Roy, VP Global Head of Strategic …

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GenAI and the Power of LLMs: Insights with Dr. Sharon Zhou 40:37

6M ago40:37

40:37

The journey through GenAI continues! In this episdoe, Avishai enjoys talking to Dr. Sharon Zhou, founder and CEO of Lamini. Sharon's PhD in GenAI from Stanford along with her business career made the dialog intriguing. Sharon studied both classics and computer science at Harvard, and she has risen to be a pioneer in the GenAI space, having recently…

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Nick Otto: Strategic Partnerships in the Age of GenAI 30:21

6M ago30:21

30:21

The idea of succeeding alone in today's global market landscape is becoming obsolete. Addressing intricate challenges demands a profound shift in approach—one rooted in strategic collaboration. By investing in robust partnerships and recognizing the unique capabilities each party brings, the tech industry can address highly complex problems, delive…

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Madhuri Chawla: How Kyndryl and SAP Co-Innovate to Deliver Value to Customers 33:35

6M ago33:35

33:35

Today more than ever, digital transformation is necessary to optimize process and system efficiency to keep up with fast moving changes in the market. Achieving this with partner ecosystems is the best solution to advance quickly and deliver value to customers. Today’s guest, Madhuri Chawla, Vice President, Global Head of SAP Strategic Partnership …

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Insights from NVIDIA’s GenAI Journey - with Michael Kagan, CTO 34:53

7M ago34:53

34:53

In this exciting episode, Avashai is joined by Michael Kagan, CTO of NVIDIA. He and Avishai dive into the challenges and opportunities faced by organizations when it comes to the explosion of Gen AI. Michael has been at the forefront of the tech space and is passionate about the potential implications of AI, and has said that we are experiencing AI…

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Allison Munro: Transforming Ecosystems From Transactional to Integrated GTM 34:05

7M ago34:05

34:05

When marketing is done right, it’s an integrated approach that builds value and demand, captures that demand in-market and delivers on a brand promise with an excellent experience. According to Allison Munro, Chief Marketing and Ecosystem Officer at Vena, ecosystems aren’t much different. Over the past few years, Allison has played a significant ro…

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Meredith Stowell: Building Partnerships for Global Growth 34:42

7M ago34:42

34:42

Over the past decade, a digital transformation has sparked an organizational evolution causing companies to shift to virtual enterprises. While the shift to virtual quickly escalated with no sector immune to the changes, there has been one source of sustainable, successful growth: ecosystems. Open platforms and ecosystems offer new avenues for grow…

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Boomerang employees: a chance or a choice to come back? 13:46

7M ago13:46

13:46

Yael Shur Shmueli, Amdocs Head of HR Strategy and Technology Units hosts the final episode of the first season. Join her as she interviews her co-hosts Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, and Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management Organization. Together they explore the growing trend of boomerang employees in the workplace. Key Takeaways: The c…

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Lessons and insights from Microsoft’s journey to GenAI for enterprises 0:43

8M ago0:43

0:43

Welcome back to Future of Tech! In this special season, Avishai sits down with some of the leading thinkers in Generative AI. In this episode, he is joined by Charles Lamanna, Corporate Vice President, Business Apps & Platforms at Microsoft. He and Avishai discuss what Microsoft is doing to educate their workforce about Gen AI, the impacts of Gen A…

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Carlos Aragon: Powering the 5G Revolution - Enabling Partners for Success 36:11

8M ago36:11

36:11

No company can build everything all the time. What they can build is a high-value multi-partnering ecosystem that will provide invaluable solutions to end customers while benefiting each partner in the ecosystem. In a world where tech is developing at lightning speed and innovations like 5G spark industry-erupting shifts in systems and priorities. …

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Navigating the workplace without a formal degree 13:13

8M ago13:13

13:13

Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, interviews Ayana Gisser, Head of Israel Communications and Social Media, about navigating the workplace without a formal degree. Ayana believes in the importance of formal education but notes that experience is just as important. Her career journey has been filled with opportunities and her willingness to ope…

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Rob Spee: The Challenges of Transforming Your Organization to an Ecosystem Model 32:39

8M ago32:39

32:39

The hardest part of creating an ecosystem environment is making sure all of the players understand the broader vision. Successfully building this innovative environment can create loads of new opportunities in addition to new forms of data analytics. Transforming your organization to an ecosystem model requires that you first have an idea of where …

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Unit Shuffles: Navigating the Organizational Maze with Ela Radzi 16:24

8M ago16:24

16:24

Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, interviews Ela Radzi, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Programs and Operations, Saas and Data business unit, about the opportunities of moving in between units. Ela speaks about her career journey and why she finds internal mobility exciting. Key Takeaways: Moving has always been a choice: Ela says that twice i…

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Paul Dumke: Building a Resilient Semiconductor Ecosystem: Intel’s Strategies for Collaboration 31:12

9M ago31:12

31:12

Often, you don’t know how much your business depends on its partners until there is an issue. Born out of the chip shortage a few years ago, Paul Dumke’s external ecosystems team began closing gaps that previously weren’t even realized. By focusing on the external supply chain of their customers and suppliers, the team has been able to streamline p…

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Beyond the Acquisition: Embracing New Beginnings with Fiona Malone 13:45

9M ago13:45

13:45

Yael Shur Shmueli, Amdocs Head of HR Strategy and Technology Units, talks to Fiona Malone, Amdocs Network Business Operations Project Manager, about embracing new beginnings after an acquisition. Join them as Fiona shares her unique career journey, organization change and the opportunities and challenges that go with it. Key Takeaways: Career life …

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Susan Tommy: Driving Seamless Integration and Value for Microsoft Users with Vena 31:43

9M ago31:43

31:43

A great foundation in ecosystems and alliances can supercharge your growth and create cohesion across a broad range of functional areas. Without this alignment, organizations can struggle to thrive. In this episode, we speak with Susan Tommy, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Vena Solutions, a self-proclaimed generalist and ultimate partnership…

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The Upskilling Edge: Excelling in the Digital Age with Itzhak Tueg 11:25

9M ago11:25

11:25

Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, talks to Itzhak Tueg, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Implementation Manager, about the opportunities for upskilling and why it’s valuable to our careers. With a more than twenty-year career in software, Itzhak started in the testing domain and today manages production. Itzhak believes that his progress is…

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Dana Vickey: Partnering for Success: How Eightfold’s Ecosystem Drives Innovation and Growth 29:46

10M ago29:46

29:46

Building solutions to bring to market in a partnership requires a solid integration strategy. Where you want to go and the best way to get there relies on one simple question: what value can you and your partner bring to clients? We speak with Dana Vickey, Global Vice-President, Alliances and Partners at Eightfold.ai about successful partnerships a…

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Maternity Leave and Back: Navigating the Transition with Iuliana Secrieru 14:55

10M ago14:55

14:55

Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, talks to luliana Secrieru, Product Manager in Digital Brands and Youth Product, about coming back and embracing leave. In this episode, luliana shares her personal experiences, talks about the different types of leave, and shares insights for colleagues who are considering taking leave. Key Takeaways: Embrace…

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Monica Aggarwal: The Power of Partnerships in ISV Ecosystems 29:00

10M ago29:00

29:00

When you look at the ISV ecosystem, it's all about working with partners like ISVs, MSPs and MSSPs. Our guest today refers to this relationship building and management as build motion — it's all about helping partners embed software into their commercial solutions to take to market successfully. In this episode, we’re joined by Monica Aggarwal, Vic…

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The Art of Leadership versus Management with Sumit Kaul 11:38

10M ago11:38

11:38

In the sixth episode, Yael Shur, Amdocs Head of HR Strategy and Technology Units, talks to Sumit Kaul, Director of Service Delivery and Solution Sales, about the difference between management and leadership. Hear Sumit’s career journey and how working with multicultural teams has helped him better understand people. Key Takeaways: Management vs Lea…

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Neeti Gupta: VMware's Winning Formula to Maximize Co-Selling with Microsoft 38:03

11M ago38:03

38:03

When you bring a solution to market with another company, you have the potential to shape relationships that will compound benefits far beyond the initial product and subsequent customer value. But co-selling isn’t always straightforward, especially when you’re working with large companies and market leaders. Our guest Neeti Gupta, Head of Hypersca…

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Unleashing your Professional Potential with Career Coaching ft. Hela Shaked 13:55

11M ago13:55

13:55

In this episode, Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, interviews Hela Shaked, HR Partner, about the importance of career coaching. Join them as Hela shares her personal journey and how career coaching helped her grow and develop. Key Takeaways: Career coaching- It’s an amazing opportunity that allows employees to stop and check if they are on th…

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Manish Harsh: How Nvidia Collaborates with ISV Partners to Build Valuable Customer Solutions 31:31

11M ago31:31

31:31

Leaps in innovation in AI and a dramatic shift towards cloud and digital have propelled a community-centered approach in partnerships and business ecosystems. While relationships were once somewhat limited geographically or to those within immediate circles, the world of modern business and tech has exploded with opportunities. On this episode, we’…

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Relocation for a Better Career and Self with Nati Oz Sinay 12:54

11M ago12:54

12:54

Join Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, and Nati Oz Sinay, Global Business Vice President, as they talk about relocation. Nati shares his personal experiences and what he thinks the advantages of relocation are. Nati relocated from Israel to the Philippines five years ago and this is his first relocation. Key Takeaways: Relocation is good for …

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Kim Sterkendries: Understanding and Addressing Partner Needs: A Key Ingredient to Customer Success 32:25

12M ago32:25

32:25

Partnering with the right organizations can set you up for success, but only if both parties are in alignment. In a great partnership, both partners receive the benefits of genuine value from one another. On this episode, we’re joined by Kim Sterkendries, Global Strategic Partner Ecosystem Enablement - Commercial Client Division at Intel Corporatio…

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The many paths to growth for technologists with Lalit Kale 15:22

12M ago15:22

15:22

Yael Shur Shmueli, Head of HR for Media, Network, Technology, Next & M&A, interviews Lalit Kale, Lead Platform Architect, on leading development - career growth for technologists without people management. Lalit has been working in IT for more than 17 years with different technologies. He shares what he finds exciting about his position and the wor…

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Joseph Landes: The Evolution of Cloud MSPs and the Future of the Industry 29:16

12M ago29:16

29:16

Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are changing. Worldwide, MSPs are modernizing and becoming increasingly interwoven with the cloud — and bringing their customers on the journey.In this episode, I’m speaking with Joseph Landes, Chief Revenue Officer at Nerdio, about all the ways he’s helping MSPs modernize. Join us as we discuss: The evolution of MS…

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Diving into the Gen Z perspective with Shir Erlichman 16:27

12M ago16:27

16:27

Join Reetu Raina as she interviews Shir Erlichman, an HR Partner at Amdocs who has been with the company for three years. Shir most recently completed her MSc in Organizational Behavior at Tel Aviv University. As a Gen Z herself, Shir discusses with Reetu her career at Amdocs and shares some of the challenges that she has faced and how her career i…

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