"Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room)"
"Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room)"
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04/25/2024 10:30 AM
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"Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room)"
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"Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room)"
"Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room)"
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Session: Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room)
Feeling like an outsider in the tech world, despite your hard-earned successes? From undue scrutiny over each mistake to the exhausting pursuit of perfection, being the solitary woman in tech amplifies these challenges, risking confidence and career advancement. This not only stalls personal growth but exacerbates the tech industry's gender gap, depriving it of vital, diverse perspectives.Don’t let these barriers hold you back. Join our panel discussion with four women in tech. They'll spark conversation with their personal stories and strategies for navigating impostor syndrome, boosting self-confidence, and leveraging their networks, all without the pressure to be perfect or the endless cycle of proving their worth.
Expect to leave armed with the tools to assert your space in tech, embrace mistakes with confidence, and seek advancement without overworking. Register now to secure your spot in this vulnerable conversation and take the first step toward embracing your empowered, confident self.
Key Takeaways
- Navigate the Negative Spotlight: Staying confident and poised when your mistakes draw undue attention.
- Embrace Imperfection: Letting go of perfectionism, affirming your worth beyond flawless performance.
- Stop Over-Proving: Standing firm in your abilities, without endlessly proving your credibility to be taken seriously.
- Maintain Confidence Amid Bias: Believing in your potential, despite external doubts and sexism.
- Combat Self-Doubt Amid Skepticism: Trusting yourself regardless of others' approval or skepticism.
Bio
FATIMA OGUZFatima Oguz is a Director of Engineering in Qualcomm Core Technologies Product and Software Platform Solutions organization, and she also serves as the President of Qualcomm Women Employee Network, San Diego Chapter. Fatima has been leading a dynamic team responsible for architecting and driving Continuous Integration solution that empowers seamless generation of Qualcomm software in both cloud and on-premises environments. Fatima's leadership ensures cost effective rapid development, quality assurance and secure management of Qualcomm software. Fatima holds Bachelor's degree in
Computer Science from NYU, and MS degree in Software Engineering
from Brandeis University. In addition to her engineering role, Fatima's commitment and dedication to enriching the professional journeys of 3,500 person strong employee network has been nothing short of extraordinary. She plays pivotal role in advancing gender equity, fostering professional growth, and creating a supportive community for women at Qualcomm. Her shared goal for Qualcomm Women is to empower its members while simultaneously enhancing Qualcomm's business outcomes through diversity, inclusion, and talent development. Fatima also serves on Athena STEM Women Board, a distinguished global women advocacy organization dedicated to propelling women in STEM into leadership roles. Out of all hats she wears, her most important role is being wife to her beloved husband and mother to her two beautiful children.
SRI CRESSY
Sri Cressy brings nearly three decades of engineering excellence and leadership to her role as Director of Engineering at Qualcomm. Her academic achievements include a BSEE from Georgia Institute of Technology and further professional development through a mini-MBA from Rutgers University. As a dedicated board member of the women's employee network at Qualcomm, Sri is deeply invested in mentorship, sponsorship, and coaching programs designed to unlock the potential within individuals. Beyond her professional and advocacy roles, Sri is passionate about environmental conservation to make a positive impact both within and outside the technology sector. Together with Fatima Oguz, she leads the women's employee network at Qualcomm, demonstrating a shared vision for a more inclusive and diverse industry.
SABRINA RATHEEKAN
Sabrina Ratheekan is a Director of Enterprise Technology at Walmart Global Tech leading leading enterprise technology team. This team manages enterprise level applications and systems supporting finance , HR , legal, compliance and supply chain teams, improving productivity and speed. Sabrina has been in Product management for over 14 years working in Telecommunication and retail primarily. Her Product Journey started in the Telecommunication Industry launching mobile commerce based solutions to cater to the needs of growing economies. Her moto is “Your comfort Zone is your opportunity to push for change.”
VICKI REYZELMAN
Vicki Reyzelman isn't just an AI enthusiast; she's a pioneer. Spearheading the Architecture Advisory Team at UKG, Vicki leads a revolutionary practice harnessing AI to tackle enterprise challenges head-on. Her role involves solving enterprise challenges through product planning, technology evaluations, and architecture best practices. Her expertise spans executive leadership, product management, artificial intelligence, security, enterprise architecture, and cloud computing, driving innovative solutions and effective communication with both technology and business executives. Vicki holds a patent for innovative search assistant technology at Yahoo!, benefiting millions of customers. Vicki was recognized as a finalist for the Woman Innovator award in 2018 Women IT USA, further cementing her status as a leader in technology. In addition to being an AI expert, Vicki is also a masterful storyteller. As a published author and columnist, Vicki has shared her insights in eWeek magazine, O'Reilly Media, BrightTALK, and various industry blogs and podcasts. Through her published articles, podcasts, and even her videocast, "Chat About AI," she demystifies complex tech concepts, fostering collaboration across technical and business landscapes. Her leadership philosophy encapsulates her belief that “True leadership inspires others to dream, learn, and become more.” Vicki Reyzelman's career is about inspiring women and guiding others in the journey of AI and technological innovation.
