Tips for women in tech, boosting your career, and much more (ft. Senior Microsoft Manager) | Ep #11

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In this podcast episode, I am joined by Alex Okun, Senior Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft.

This episode was recorded in light of International Women's Day. In this episode, we talk about women in tech and the challenges they face in the industry. Alex shares her experiences as a woman in the tech world, providing insights into the unique obstacles she has encountered and overcome.

Throughout the interview, Alex offers advice to upcoming women in tech on how to navigate the industry and overcome these challenges. She highlights the importance of building a supportive community and finding mentors who can guide you through the ups and downs of a tech career.

In addition, Alex discusses the importance of self-advocacy and having the confidence to speak up for oneself in the workplace.

This is a fun and valuable episode for anyone interested in women's experiences in tech and how to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Checkout a previous video featuring Alex: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZlrnyIgujw

🌟 Chapters 🌟
0:00 Introduction
0:30 What do you do?
1:15 How has being a women impacted your career?
3:18 Your tech career journey
6:44 Challenges women face in tech
8:43 Any women in tech you admire?
10:02 Advice for upcoming women in tech
11:57 Resources for women from Microsoft
15:02 What is diversity and inclusion important?
16:58 Importance of culture
18:11 Your vision for women in tech
19:45 What can companies do for supporting women?
21:56 What is growth mindset?
24:54 Your message to women around the world

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