Dear Tech Sis, You must learn to have audacity like men
Show 'em what you've got! Sprinkle, Sprinkle.
Ed Note
Sarah Wood said that women shouldn't be afraid to put themselves forward. As a woman in the tech industry, I understand how difficult it can be to put ourselves forward, either due to imposter syndrome or societal expectations; however, it is time to start challenging stereotypes and step into the spotlight, taking advantage of all the benefits that come with being in a men-only space.
So shall we?
My friend Tom just got into product design; his passions can be endearing. He encountered job opportunities that didn’t match his skills, yet he applied every time. Even when his profile didn’t match 60% of the skills listed on the job site, he would just go for it with some audacity and a sprinkle of delulu. “If I check all the job requirement lists, then I am too qualified for it; why should I wait till I am too qualified for a job before applying?” Tom would say as he hit send on yet another job application. Don’t get me wrong; I respect it, but there’s something to be said about the number of times hiring managers invited him to phase two of the job application process.
You don’t need me telling you what data tells us daily; women have been doing quite the opposite. Many women, myself included, can relate to waiting till we’re overqualified for a job to apply. Men have such audacity that I wish for my younger self. I mean, didn’t men show up at a Women In Tech Conference last year? I want for you and me this year, the audacity that makes you apply for a job that you don't 100% qualify for, the audacity to ask for the raise you deserve at work, the audacity to demand equal treatment… So dear tech sis and baddies, have audacity like men; it shall take you places you never imagined.
Let's Gist
Today, I have some tips for women who want to break into the tech industry and succeed. And here they are:
1. Do research, find the best tech skill that resonates with you and learn
2. Build a portfolio
3. Look for internship/volunteer or apprenticeship roles
4. Find a good mentor
5. Join communities for techies, attend events and build your network
6. Be yourself, and don't be afraid to fail or afraid of feedback
7. Show off your work, put yourself out there, and sell yourself anywhere and everywhere
8. Identify and set your personal goals
9. Continue to develop yourself and your tech skills
10. Mentor and educate other women in Tech. After all, "A win for one is a win for all."
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