Networking tips for women in tech
Networking is the exchange of information and ideas among people with a common profession or special interest, usually in an informal social setting. Networking often begins with a single point of common ground. According to the same source, professionals use networking to expand their circles of acquaintances, find out about job opportunities in their fields, and increase their awareness of
The Benefits of Diversity and Inclusion in Tech Companies
A broader range of ideas and perspectives, better decision-making, increased innovation, improved employee engagement and retention, and better understanding of customers to mention but a few are some of the benefits of having diversified human resources with lots of inclusion. Diversity comes in different forms. For example, there are diverse cultures, languages, races, etc. in the world. These are all some
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Tech
Imposter syndrome is a feeling of inadequacy or self-doubt despite evidence of competence. If you ask me, I would say that the feelings that come from imposter syndrome are about as valid as your child telling you that you do not love them because you did not buy them an airplane (a real one). There’s basically no evidence to support
5 Great Tech Jobs You Can Do with just Your Smartphone
Some decades ago, the machines that could perform tasks that are minutely similar to the ones our smartphones perform today were about the size of an entire room; in fact, they used to have a house of their own. It is difficult to believe what you just read in this age and time, but it is the truth. Can you
6 Reasons Why You Should Begin Your Tech Career with a Female-Friendly Company
It is no secret that women are much fewer than their male counterparts in STEM fields, which tech is certainly a part of. Research shows that as of 2023, women will hold 26.7% of technology jobs versus about 73.4% of their male colleagues. Much more saddening is the fact that there is even less representation of women in higher-up roles
6 Reasons Why Everyone Should Have a Sidehustle in Tech
The tech industry is comparable to a planet, it is that vast. There’s a place for everyone, even kids. There are millionaire kids online these days, guess how they made their money? Yes, you are right, tech. You see? You can do it. You can hear, you can listen, you can read, you can write, you can draw, and you
6 Great Tech Jobs for Stay at Home Mums
There are many reasons why you could join the stay-at-home mums’ club. It may be because you were not able to find good employment, or because you have little ones that you would love to watch grow. It may even be because your man earns enough to take financial worries off your list of problems (if so, remember to thank
5 Tips To Ease Into Tech As A Woman
"The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude." Oprah Winfrey. If all it takes to change your life and future is to change your attitude then our attitudes and mindsets really matter, it also reveals something very interesting, it power lies with us. Switching from a career one has spent
6 Benefits Of Job Specialization In Tech
“Each man is capable of doing one thing well. If he attempts several, he will fail to achieve distinction in any” Plato. These words are true. Note that the quote does not say that he will fail if he attempts several things, it however says that he will fail to achieve distinction in any. What we aim for in life is
Current Learning Method In African Universities And How Heels And Tech Is Changing The Way We Learn
Until the covid 19 pandemic in 2020, learning in African universities was pretty traditional. Students register for classes and attend lectures in a classroom. Studying was mainly from handbooks, lecturer’s notes/slides, and textbooks. And in many schools, there's an attendance cutoff mark before students can write exams. Many (non-private) universities and tertiary institutions didn't consider or include the Internet and other e-learning