How to Find Your Strength as an Introverted Leader
As an introvert, your style is going to be different than an extrovert in the workplace. But that doesn’t mean it’s not just as valuable. In fact, introverted leaders are a huge benefit to businesses. Most people think that in order to be a successful leader…
Here Are Six Phrases To Avoid at Work that Could Make You Look Weak – And What To Say Instead
If you want others to believe in you, you must first believe in yourself. You need to understand your valueand know how to relay it confidently. One significant way…
How To Keep Momentum Going Without Getting Burned Out
Have you heard of the navy seal 40% rule? It’s the idea that when your mind tells you that you’re done and that you simply cannot go any further, you’re actually only…
Companies Are Undervaluing Exceptional Women: Here’s What You Can Do About It
A recent Harvard Business Journal study has been getting a lot of traction lately – and it’s something that affects many women in the tech industry…
Why Introverts Make Excellent Leaders
Are you an introvert? Me too! Did you know introverts are often overlooked when it comes to leadership positions in the tech world? Introverts are known for being…
Worried About Layoffs? How To Come Out Ahead & Secure Your Job
There is a growing worry in the world of tech due to the increasing number of layoffs. We are hearing about a lot of big companies making significant cuts. While it’s still…
Are You Negotiating Your Worth? Most Women in Tech are Underpaid
Early in my tech career, I remember feeling shocked when I learned how much my male coworker earned. He was several years my junior and yet was making exactly…
What if Being Laid Off is the Start of Something New?
What if being laid off isn’t the end of the line but rather a new beginning? When I was laid off over a decade ago, I was told that I march to the beat of my own drum…
Keep Your Eyes Open for the Silver Lining & Don’t Let Road Bumps Hold You Back
Throughout your journey to success, there will be challenges that knock you down and force you to step back and re-evaluate. That’s okay – it’s all a part of the process…
Get Active on Social Media & Open Up a World of Opportunities
If you’re not using social media to help advance your career – you’re making a huge mistake. I know that it can feel tedious, or the idea of self-promotion can feel icky…
Further Your Career By Looking For Opportunities in Everything
Being a woman in tech often means you have to work harder to get ahead. The trick to standing out and getting ahead is to constantly look for opportunities no matter…
Avoid the Pitfall of Analysis Paralysis & Take Action
I have a bias toward taking action. I know I get nowhere by planning alone. I get there by doing. As women in male-dominated industries, I find we too often start questioning ourselves and feeling a strong form of imposter syndrome…
Consistently Build Your Network and Stay Connected to Create Lasting Success in Your Tech Career
Whether you are looking for a new position in tech or not, it’s essential to consistently build your network. I’m talking about building your network before you…
Be Your Own Best Advocate for Building Success
Becoming your own best advocate can make all the difference in finding success in your tech career. Advocating for yourself means going out and finding your own opportunities rather than waiting for someone to tap you on the shoulder…
Transform Your Career By Learning Front-of-the-Line Tech Skills
The most successful people in tech know that in order to get ahead and stay ahead, they must consistently be well versed in new and valuable skills and continuously…
Stay Consistent, Take Small Actions, Be Repetitive & Create Success
I’m going to let you in on a little secret – the key to real success is taking small actions repeatedly and consistently. This is a mantra I’ve adopted…
Take Time to Pause and Reflect This New Year
As we start the new year, I’ve found myself taking time to pause and reflect on all the progress I’ve made in the past year. I’ve been looking back at all I’ve done…
Build Your Life & Career Through Gratitude
There is a lot of science on how practicing gratitude can improve your life and ultimately make you happier. In fact, studies show that people who practice…
Let’s Talk about the Power of a Power Fund
How is your relationship with money? Are you showing up for yourself financially? It’s time for you to start looking at yourself as an asset. And a huge part of that…
Track Your Progress to Build Confidence and Gain Perspective
Having a journal where you track your progress regularly will help you and your career in so many ways…
Stop With “How Are You?” and Start Being Intentional with Your Small Talk
Do you often feel tongue-tied when trying to make conversation in meetings? Do you struggle to find genuine connections with fellow associates or bosses? The key to small talk is…
Get Promoted by Making Small Tweaks in Communication
Your boss is busy. Your boss’s boss is busy. Chances are they get hundreds of emails weekly, all from different employees who are also trying to get ahead in their careers. If you want to stand out from your competition, you need to make sure you’re…
Are You Talking Your Way Out of Success? 5 Steps to Boost Your Confidence and Improve the Way You Talk to Yourself
Your words are incredibly powerful. If you’re constantly saying things like “I can’t do it” or “I’ll never get my career to where I want,” you may be sabotaging your…
Is Your Boss Not Advocating for You? What to Do and How to Successfully Advocate for Yourself
Having a boss who doesn’t advocate for you can feel incredibly detrimental to your long-term career. When you have a boss who doesn’t bring up your…
Update Your LinkedIn and Unlock a World of Opportunities
I’m going to let you in on a little secret on getting ahead in tech. Treat yourself like a brand. And, like any good brand, you need a web presence where people can go…
Start Saying ‘Yes’ to You and ‘No’ to What Doesn’t Help You Grow
Do you often feel like you’re biting off more than you can chew? Like no matter how many tasks you complete, you’re still always falling behind? We’re constantly…
Feeling Burned Out? Don’t Quit, Pause Instead
Are you feeling like you’re overwhelmed and running on fumes? Do you feel like throwing it all in and quitting just to give yourself a break? Instead of quitting, consider taking a pause. It’s actually something I’ve done repeatedly…
How To Get Comfortable with the Uncomfortable: Do the things that scare you in order to excel in your future
As you continue to look for ways to move your tech career forward and get ahead, it’s time to step out of your comfort zone. When I say this, I’m talking about pushing
It’s Never Too Late to Change Careers: Start Living the Future You Want Today
Are you ready for a chance of pace? Have you been feeling stuck at a dead-end job? Or maybe you’re just ready to switch things up, but don’t think it’s possible?…
Real DevelopHers, Real Results: Tracy
This week I want to highlight one of our Real DevelopHers, Tracy. Tracy has one of the most incredible success stories, and I’m so proud of her. Tracy went from being on disability and working a minimum wage job…
The Myth of Overnight Success (And What It Actually Takes to Become Successful)
We’ve all heard of the term overnight success. It’s a saying that society loves to throw around whenever someone seems to rise to the top suddenly. The truth is …
Turn “I’ll Do It Someday” into “I’ll Do It Today”
Do you feel stuck? Undervalued? Are you looking to further your career in tech but don’t know where to start? You keep saying you want to make changes, but then…
It’s Time to Ditch Imposter Syndrome and Recognize, Activate Your Incredible Talents
Do you ever find yourself at work feeling like you don’t belong? Like no matter how much you achieve, you still feel like a fraud? If this resonates with you …
One ‘Yes’ Can Change Your Life
Do you ever look at successful co-workers, friends, and leaders in your company or industry and wonder, “What is their secret?” Do you think that they know something that you don’t know? Well, I’m going to let you in on a little secret…
It Takes a Village: Connect with Others to Build Your Best Career
A timeless African proverb goes like this: ‘It takes a village to raise a child.’ This simple wisdom is true for your career too. Whether you are in job-search mode or happily employed in your current tech position…
Speak Up & Build Your Reputation to Get Ahead and Earn What You’re Worth
Are you doing the hard work every day but feeling undervalued? Do you have more to offer your company, but no one seems to notice or care? Are you bursting with untapped potential but….
Think you don’t have time to network? Think again.
Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you feeling stagnate in your current tech position? Do you need some guidance from an expert in your field? You’re not alone.
Job Offer in Hand?! Learn How to Negotiate Salary in a Pinch to Earn Fair Market Value and Close the Wage Gap!
Are you a woman in tech with a job offer in hand? Worried it’s too late to even think about a negotiation because you have to respond to your hiring manager within 24-48 hours? It’s not too late…
Closing a Gender Pay Gap is a Process, One Salary Negotiation At a Time!
Have you ever made progress toward reaching your $ goal, only to feel like a failure if you didn’t achieve perfection? If so, you are not alone! Forward progress is the goal. Real NegotiatHers know this and they’re constantly working on themselves…
Underpaid Women in Tech CAN Own Their Tech Careers & Master Salary Negotiation
Do you suspect you’re underpaid? I know that when I found out I was, I felt angry, frustrated, and even humiliated. It’s what we do with these normal, very human emotions that determine our level of satisfaction with our tech careers and lives