Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators
Language: English
Published by Wiley, 2020
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Highly Commended International Business Book from the 2021 Business Book Awards Nonfiction Book Awards Silver Winner from the Nonfiction Authors Association Winner of CompTIA's 2020 Diversity Technology Leader Spotlight Award Winner of a Technology Rising Star Award from the 2020 Women of Color in STEM Conference Break through barriers to achieve a rewarding future in tech Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators will help you overcome the obstacles that often prevent women of color from pursuing and staying in tech careers. Contrary to popular belief, tech careers are diverse and fun?and they go far beyond just coding. This book will show you that today's tech careers are incredibly dynamic, and you'll learn how your soft skills?communication, public speaking, networking?can help you succeed in tech. This book will guide you through the process of cultivating strong relationships and building a network that will get you were you want to be. You'll learn to identify a strong, knowledgeable support network that you can rely on for guidance or mentorship. This step is crucial in getting young women of color into tech careers and keeping them there. Build your professional network to get the guidance you needFind a mentor who understands your goals and your strugglesOvercome negativity and stay motivated through difficult timesIdentify and develop the soft skills that you need to get ahead in tech Read this book to help bring to life your vision of a future in tech. With practical advice and inspiring stories, you?ll develop the right tools and the right mindset. Whether you're just considering going into tech or you want to take your current career to the next level, Women of Color in Tech will show you how to uncover the resources you need to succeed.…
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- Title
- Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators
- Author
- Susanne Tedrick
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Publication year
- 2020
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1119633486
- ISBN 13
- 9781119633488
Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators seeks to help women of color overcome the obstacles that prevent them from pursuing and staying in tech careers. Contrary to popular belief, tech careers are diverse and fun―and they go far beyond just coding. This book will show you that today's tech careers are incredibly dynamic, and you'll learn how your soft skills―communication, public speaking, networking―can help you succeed in tech.
This book will guide readers through the process of cultivating strong relationships and building a network that will get you were you want to be. Readers will learn to identify a strong, knowledgeable support network that they can rely on for guidance or mentorship. This step is crucial in getting young women of color into tech careers and keeping them there.
- Build a professional network to get the guidance you need
- Find a mentor who understands personal goals and struggles
- Overcome negativity and stay motivated through difficult times
- Identify and develop the hard and soft skills needed to get ahead in tech
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About the Author
Susanne is the host for Wiley's Diversity in Tech webinar series and is the winner of CompTIA's 2020 Diversity Technology Leader Spotlight Award, for her advocacy for increased diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry.
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