Mariana
Carvalho
Career Mentor, Writer, Cofounder at Brazilians in Tech
"How to Make a Successful Transition to Technology"
"How to Make a Successful Transition to Technology"
25 - 4:00 PM EDT/New York (See in local time)
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05/25/2025 4:00 PM
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"How to Make a Successful Transition to Technology"
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Session: How to Make a Successful Transition to Technology
In the current market, where hundreds of thousands of new jobs in technology are being created, career transitions are more common than ever. For women in technology, navigating these transitions is both challenging and rewarding. The workshop "Career Transition Strategy: Set Yourself Up for Success" is designed to empower women in technology with the essential tools and strategies needed to thrive in their career journeys.During the session, the mentor will guide the participants in creating their own Strategic Career Plan along with an Action Plan. The mentor will help attendees in setting clear and achievable career goals, leveraging their strengths, and identifying areas for skill development. The goal of the workshop is to empower attendees who are making a career transition into technology and do not know where and how to start.
In addition, the career mentor will help participants with a compelling elevator pitch so they can convey a unique value proposition in a concise and impactful manner. Participants will learn to introduce themselves confidently, captivate their audience, and leave a lasting impression on potential employers, colleagues, and mentors.
Networking is a cornerstone of career advancement, and this workshop will emphasize the importance of building and nurturing meaningful professional relationships. Women will acquire actionable networking strategies that can help them expand their reach, access opportunities, and create a supportive network that propels their careers forward.
The ability to manage one's career with intention and confidence is a crucial skill. This workshop will equip women in technology with the strategies and tools necessary to plan, pitch, network, and build a strong support system, ultimately setting them on a path to success in their careers.
Key Takeaways
- Individual Career Plan strategy: Participants will be able to develop a clear and actionable individual career plan to set their professional goals and smoothly transition to technology
- Elevator pitch mastery: Participants will craft a compelling elevator pitch that effectively communicates their unique value proposition and captivates their audience.
- Effective networking techniques: Participants will acquire practical networking strategies to expand their professional reach and establish meaningful connections within the tech industry.
Bio
Mariana Carvalho is a Career Mentor and Writer. She was awarded the Mentor of the Year 2023 by WomenTech Network, and one of the El Mundo Boston Latino 30 Under 30 in 2022 for her efforts in Diversity and Inclusion in Brazil and Massachusetts. She is the co-founder of Brazilians in Tech, a non-profit for women in Technology in Brazil. Over the last six years, Mariana has mentored more than 200+ people from countries like Brazil, USA, India, France and Ireland. She was awarded more than ten scholarships to attend different conferences while pursuing her Masters' Degree in Computer Science in the US, and now she helps others in their academic and professional trajectory in Technology.