When STEM Becomes STEAM We All Benefit - Breaking Out of Our Professional Silos

Explore the benefits of integrating arts into STEM fields in this 40-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au. Discover how breaking down professional silos and embracing diverse skill sets can enrich technical and business teams. Follow the speaker's journey from chartered accounting to technical documentation, highlighting the value of cross-disciplinary expertise. Learn about the importance of welcoming newcomers, fostering global professional communities, and leveraging public resources like Australia's GLAM sector and the Trove API. Gain insights on building inclusive and thriving professional communities, and understand the potential of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) in driving innovation and collaboration across industries.

Introduction
Professional silos
What is art
The clip model
Diversity of thought
Desirable communities
Basic elements of a great community
Organizations and communities
Making communities great
Micro communities
Conclusion
Questions