Networking as an Introvert: Building Genuine Connections
Introverts can network by focusing on quality connections rather than quantity, leveraging their natural strengths like listening and thoughtful communication.
Career Growth in Tech
Starting or growing a career in tech doesn’t happen overnight, and you deserve support that feels human, honest, and encouraging. In this section, you’ll find guidance for building your first portfolio, choosing beginner-friendly projects, navigating impostor syndrome, preparing for early job steps, and keeping your skills fresh in a constantly changing field. Whether you’re transitioning from another career, returning to the workforce, or just beginning to explore tech roles, these articles offer gentle advice and practical steps to help you move forward with confidence.
First Steps for Getting Into the Healthcare Industry
Anyone interested in starting a healthcare career can use straightforward strategies to guide their experience. These 8 steps will help simplify the process.
Create A Positive Customer Experience With These Tips
One of the top priorities of a business is to make sure that all of the customers that are served are happy. And, it’s not just the product that can dictate if the customer is happy or not – the pre-buy, purchase and post-purchase care all matter. So how can you make sure that the … Read more
How Male Allies Can Support Women in Technology + Other Professional Women
Now, I’ve written before about what it’s like for professional women in male-dominated industries (especially for women in tech), but my friends who want often ask how male allies can support women in technology and other professional fields. They know it’s about more than just not contributing to the problem, but they’re often at a … Read more
Burned out from Work or School? 11 Things You Need to Do Now
From feeling like you just can’t get out of bed to genuinely feeling sick to your stomach when you’re thinking about work—burnout is REAL. Particularly as the lines between our work and home lives become increasingly blurred, it’s super easy to get burned out from work or school. If you’re feeling burned out, you’re not … Read more
Career Goals: Why You Need Them + How to Succeed (with Science!)
I am a big believer in setting career goals and other types of goals. I personally recommend setting goals around your career / education, personal finance, health and fitness (mental and physical), your general contribution to the world, and relationships. However, today, we’re going to talk about career goals. I 100% got to where I … Read more
Work-life Balance: How to Get Used to Working 60+ Hours per Week
So, you’ve got your first grad job and, suddenly, you’re expected to work 60, 70, even 100+ hours a week. I found myself in a similar situation when I finished my master’s degree and struggled initially to find a good work-life balance. I had always prided myself on being an efficient worker, so working in … Read more
Women in Tech: What it’s Like and How to Get Ahead in a Male-dominated Industry
My first job out of university was for the UN, where I worked on projects involving digital inclusion for women in tech and people with disabilities. It was here that I became familiar with the insane stats about the gender gap in the tech industry. According to PWC, only 5% of leadership positions in tech … Read more