))
From Fear to Leadership: Blanca Gonzales's Tech Industry Adventure
Manage episode 444905352 series 3607513
Contenu fourni par WI Tech Month. Tout le contenu du podcast, y compris les épisodes, les graphiques et les descriptions de podcast, est téléchargé et fourni directement par WI Tech Month ou son partenaire de plateforme de podcast. Si vous pensez que quelqu'un utilise votre œuvre protégée sans votre autorisation, vous pouvez suivre le processus décrit ici https://fr.player.fm/legal.
Wisconsin Tech Month shines a spotlight on inspiring women in technology, celebrating their journeys and achievements. This episode features a compelling conversation with Blanca, Gonzales, who shares her accidental yet impactful journey into the tech world. Blanca discusses her initial fear of technology, how a friend's invitation opened the door to a new career, and the challenges she has faced as a woman of color in a predominantly male industry.
Takeaways:
- Facing Adversity with Confidence: Blanca emphasizes the importance of being prepared to have a seat at the table and making your voice heard, especially in an industry where women and minorities are underrepresented.
- Continuous Learning: In the fast-moving tech industry, ongoing learning is crucial. Blanca underscores the need to stay updated with the latest trends and technologies to remain competitive.
- Agility and Opportunities: Blanca advises those entering the tech space to be agile and open to continuous learning. She highlights the abundance of opportunities, including tech-adjacent positions that can serve as a gateway to further knowledge and growth in the tech field.
- Community and Networking: Staying connected with the tech community is vital. Blanca's openness to conversation and networking through platforms like LinkedIn highlights the importance of building and maintaining professional relationships.
23 episodes
Partager
