Building Confidence and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Mentorship in tech significantly contributes to building women’s confidence by providing them with authoritative figures who believe in their capabilities. This validation is crucial in overcoming the prevalent imposter syndrome many women face in male-dominated industries. Networking further solidifies this by showing women they are not alone in their journey, allowing them to see real examples of success and resilience.

Mentorship in tech significantly contributes to building women’s confidence by providing them with authoritative figures who believe in their capabilities. This validation is crucial in overcoming the prevalent imposter syndrome many women face in male-dominated industries. Networking further solidifies this by showing women they are not alone in their journey, allowing them to see real examples of success and resilience.

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Ann Schreiber
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Imposter syndrome is the real deal. We wonder if we are good enough. Are we smart enough to even be in the room? To participate in the conversation? The problem is, if you feel like an imposter, others will see right through you. My recommendation? Take a chance. Put yourself out there. What's the worst thing that can happen? Chances are that WON'T happen and the entire process will help you grow confidence.

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Lakshmi Priya …
Senior Engineering Manager at Target

Mentorship and networking opened so many doors for me—but honestly, finding the right mentors and connections isn’t easy, especially for women. Beyond opportunities, mentorship gave me a safe space to vent and process things we often carry quietly. I still remember a mentor asking me, “When was the last time you got appreciation?” That question made me realize I was constantly putting myself down—even when I was doing my best. I made a change, joined a new team, and that shift rebuilt my confidence and energy. A tip that made a difference for me: be intentional about finding mentors. During interviews, I genuinely admired a few leaders for how they showed up—their clarity, empathy, and decision-making. After the interviews, I reached out to them and asked if they would mentor me. That simple step opened doors I didn’t expect. And I’ve learned something else: we grow a lot by being mentors too. I started mentoring women who want to move into leadership roles, and it’s been incredibly fulfilling—because helping someone else find confidence often strengthens your own.

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