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You cannot shortcut your way to success . Make people gender-blind by the incredible work that you are doing .
Remy Lyle , Director of Technical Enablement . “ It ’ s wonderful to have diversity in all of the teams because everyone views and thinks differently . All of us working together , regardless of gender , race , age , etc . can help ensure the best outcome for whatever it is we are trying to solve . When gender stops becoming a filter , the world is living up to its full potential .”
Candace Worley , Chief Product Officer excited for careers in science and technology . As a female leader at Ping , I am so excited when I see young ladies that I have mentored start finding their own way up the ladder and breaking their own barriers .”
“ The most rewarding part of my career is seeing others who I have trained and mentored experience greater joy , energy , meaning and purpose in their careers and lives ,” said Jennifer Arzberger , Ph . D , Champion of Learning . “ Being people-centric and dreaming big brings me a lot of joy and purpose and also accelerates my success . Challenge yourself to carry a vision larger than your current role . I believe business , more than any organisation out there , can influence people and solve the challenges facing today ’ s world . We don ’ t all go to church or to college , but we all go to work . We can use corporations across the globe to make the world a better place .
What ’ s the best thing about being a woman in technology and the most challenging ?
“ The most challenging issue for women is the lack of innovation put in at the educational level to attract girls into STEM and tech ,” commented Emma Maslen , VP and General Manager , EMEA and APAC . “ We need to ensure STEM subjects appeal to females to truly see the allure of the subject . Otherwise , we will continue to be the minority in the workplace .”
General advice for being successful in business ? Tips to continue growing professionally ?
“ No one cares about your career more than you ,” said Candace Worley , Chief Product Officer . “ If you count on someone else to make your career dreams a reality you will be disappointed . You must own it .”
“ Humility and vulnerability are critical elements of leadership ,” said Candace Worley , Chief Product Officer . “ People want to work for people that they believe are capable of empathy . Strength and confidence are important attributes for leaders but confidence without humility translates as arrogance .”
“ Credibility and hard work matters more in my career than gender , which is the key to being successful ,” said Remy Lyle , Director of Technical Enablement . “ Work smart and work hard . All things that are worth obtaining are never easy . You cannot shortcut your way to success . Make people gender-blind by the incredible work that you are doing .”
“ Think like a stagehand ,” said Jennifer Arzberger , Ph . D , Champion of Learning . “ Stagehands are skilled in multiple disciplines , are often responsible for operating the systems during shows , and have a general knowledge of all the phases of a production . They also tend to develop specialties and focus on specific areas .
“ The best thing about being a woman in tech is the different perspective that we bring to the table ,” said
“ They ensure everyone looks good on stage . In business , seek to understand how your role fits into the bigger picture . Support the mission of the organisation , as well as your team . Develop expertise in other areas . And , always find ways to make others look good . Being taught to think like a stagehand was one of the best pieces of advice I ’ ve received that has helped me grow exponentially .”
“ Set your eye on the goal and don ’ t let your foot off the gas ,” Michelle Jenkins , Director , Human Resources , said . “ That doesn ’ t mean you will arrive promptly on time and you may even take some detours , but sometimes the hardest thing is to decide where you want to go . Along the way , learn , learn , learn . If you ever find yourself in a spot where you don ’ t feel challenged or you aren ’ t learning , that is the time to ask yourself where you are driving to .” p
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