I’ve just learned this week that April is Stress Awareness Month. I’m looking at this from a women in tech angle, considering I’m all for encouraging more women to consider a career in tech and to take action on progressing their tech careers, I felt it was an important one to highlight. Stress Awareness Month …
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Yesterday I posted about the fear of failure as a barrier that women experience when wanting a career in tech, and included some strategies on how to overcome it. However, I realised I provided solutions to overcome it without fully addressing the common reasons women may be afraid of failing in their new tech career. …
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For many women, the prospect of transitioning into a career in tech can be both exciting and daunting. The tech industry is rapidly growing and has a high demand for skilled professionals. However, making the transition can be challenging, and one of the most significant barriers is the fear of failure. Fear of failure is …
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If you are experiencing imposter syndrome in your tech career, you are not alone. I wanted to shine a light on what Imposter Syndrome really is and how you can try to overcome it for tech career success. Imposter Syndrome is a feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy that can impact anyone, regardless of their level …
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Despite the well known stats on lack of women in tech, and the common perception that we’re just that not interested, many women who have a passion for tech and the potential for success in the tech industry often hold themselves back from pursuing a career in tech. Why? A lack of confidence. The lack …
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Transitioning into tech from a non-technical background can be a daunting process. It can feel like a major career change that requires a completely new set of skills and knowledge. However, with the right mindset and approach, it is possible to successfully transition into the tech industry and build a rewarding career. In this blog …
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My heart is full people! I can finally share that last month my coaching client got her first job in tech and received a 50k increase (that’s a 135% increase) on her previous base salary. Want to know how she did it? After 4 years as a High School teacher she decided to quit because …
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I love it when a client gets to a point during a discovery call when they get the realisation and confirmation that what they’ve been dreaming about for a while, a career change into tech can become a reality. “It’s actually possible for me to pursue a career in tech” is what I hear a …
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Someone reached out to me today who is trying to pursue a career change into tech. They asked if I could help them get their first role in tech. When I get requests like this, before I even consider taking them on as a coaching client, I always take some time first to look at …
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Find the courage to apply for roles you have no business applying for. That means: – you may not have all the experience required – it’s a big step up from your current role – despite this, you believe it’s a good fit for you and you’d be good 3 things are likely to happen: …
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