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Empowerment by Example: The Impact of Representation in Tech Leadership
- 2024/05/24
- 再生時間: 37 分
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Empowerment by Example: The Impact of Representation in Tech Leadership
In this episode of LeadHERs in Tech, Emily Parker talks with Gabs Bojilova, UK SDR Manager at Employment Hero, about her rapid rise in the tech sector and the crucial role of representation in tech leadership. Gabs shares her journey and discusses how seeing leaders who mirrored her own ambitions helped shape her career path. She explores overcoming imposter syndrome, fostering mentorship, and the importance of authentic leadership in creating supportive environments. The conversation highlights strategies for building visibility and championing diversity, emphasising how representation can empower the next generation of female tech leaders.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro to Gabs Bojilova
02:54 The Role of Role Models and Mentorship
05:53 The Impact of Female Representation Across Fields
16:23 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence
17:27 Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership
23:18 Career Progression and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
26:20 Strategies for Visibility and Recognition in Your Career
31:30 Addressing the 'Broken Rung' in Career Ladders
35:38 The Dream Gap: Encouraging Young Girls in STEM
42:44 Authentic Leadership and Paving Your Own Path
Resources Mentioned:
Women in the Workplace - McKinsey 2023
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Representation in Films/Media and especially STEM roles
The Confidence Gap
The Dream Gap (Barbie)
Book Recommendation:
Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers
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Guest: Gabs Bojilova
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