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4 women making waves in the tech world right now If you’re reading this blog, you’re likely the type of person who gets hyped up by seeing other women in tech thrive. Well, we’ve got your regular dose of inspiration and motivation right here. As we continue to weather the storm of 2023, these are […]
Diversity across all workplaces and teams should be something the world is striving for – that much is clear. So, why does it appear we’re seeing increased talk regarding this issue in reference to the Artificial Intelligence space in particular? As AI is progressively making data central to much of our decision-making, this issue talks […]
It’s nothing short of gut-wrenching to know that women remain underpaid and under-represented in tech. The gender gap is a multifaceted issue requiring leadership action, systemic change and an intense re-engineering of the culture to truly shift these deep set biases. But what can be done at ground level? Here are 5 ways you can […]
It’s not an exaggeration to say that apps have changed our lives. From finding love to finding your keys, hefty programs on a desktop have transformed into little genius squares within your hands. The best thing about it is: Some of the best apps in the store are female-owned. And it checks out when you […]
Why we should stop and smell the progress. Once more for the people in the back: it’s never been a better time to be a woman in tech. And there’s so much to celebrate whilst looking ahead to what we can drive even further. We’ve detailed how the industry has shifted for the better, and some […]
In 2023, workplace diversity matters. And it’s not just about meeting quotas to make everyone feel nice – it’s about transparently ensuring that all areas of the workforce include a mix of perspectives. This is good business. Global Hiring Trends reported by LinkedIn show that 78% of companies prioritize diversity to improve culture, while 62% […]
The world is desperate for women to step up and take their place. To be represented in boardrooms and beyond. To be appreciated for all they do – in families, in society and in the workplace. This Women’s History Month, join us in acknowledging today’s female trailblazers. They’re not always the women you see featured […]
Even the most successful among us need help to achieve their goals. The people we meet along the way, throughout our career and life, serve as a key tool in opening doors, facilitating introductions, getting that coveted promotion, securing investor dollars and much more. Yup, networking works, and it’s not just your imagination: 85% of […]
2021 was a milestone year for women around the globe. It demonstrated not only what we can achieve in the face of crisis, but also the increasing need for female leadership in our world. According to a UN Women report, female leaders responded more rapidly with measures to help ‘flatten the curve’ of the pandemic […]
Even the most successful among us need help to achieve their goals. The people we meet along the way, throughout our career and life, serve as a key tool in opening doors, facilitating introductions, getting that coveted promotion, securing investor dollars and much more. Yup, networking works, and it’s not just your imagination: 85% of […]
Do I feel safe? I’m asking this question more now, and I’m re-evaluating the things I do, the people I hang out with, the spaces I’m in. I’m asking if I feel fully affirmed in my identity when I’m in a space — because I want to be able to fully bring myself to any space.
In the past, I’d pushed down more and more of who I am, or said less of the things or had less confidence to speak up in certain situations. So, to feel safe, I really feel like I have to not only be myself, but also be affirmed in being myself.
I’m asking who I really care about: Who are the people who really make me feel important or who empower me?
I’m getting clear about who those people are, and then being really intentional. Sometimes we set up a recurring time every week to do something. Even in my one-on-ones at work, I take time at the beginning of the meeting to check and ask how they’re doing. If they’re not doing OK or if I’m not doing OK, we’re not going to be fully focused or fully present. Sometimes we need to drop the agenda and just check in with one another and catch up. It’s about really being honest with who I want to be intentional within this season.
If I’m being productive but it doesn’t have a positive impact on myself or other people, then it really feels like it’s vanity.
I’m prioritizing people, and people includes myself too. I have a rule now where I’m not scheduling anything on Fridays. Fridays are for me. Saturdays are for friends, and Sundays are my Sabbath, and I schedule accordingly. On Friday night, if I want to take a bath, if I want to binge-watch 90-Day Fiance, I can do all of those things.
My definition of productivity has changed so much. I care much less about being productive — if I’m being productive but it doesn’t have a positive impact on myself or other people, then it really feels like it’s vanity.
I grew up dancing. In my five- or 10-minute breaks between meetings, I do mini dance parties. It’s been a fun opportunity to find new music and to move. I feel better because I’m moving, and it gets me into more of a creative space. I live by myself, so I don’t have a fear of anyone seeing me.
I’ve also been able to meet with people and do some socially distant photo shoots — both in front of and behind the lens. It’s been good to be creative again.
I’ve also ventured into hosting virtual speed dating sessions. I have a secret dream of being Patti Stanger, being a Millionaire Matchmaker without the millions. I’ve been coordinating one-hour sessions and helping people meet. I think it’s a hard time to try to date, and I want to try to make it a little more fun. So that’s been a little fun creative side project for me.
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