• Empowerment by Example: The Impact of Representation in Tech Leadership

  • May 24 2024
  • Length: 37 mins
  • Podcast

Empowerment by Example: The Impact of Representation in Tech Leadership

  • Summary

  • Empowerment by Example: The Impact of Representation in Tech Leadership

    In this episode of LeadHERs in Tech, Emily Parker talks with Gabs Bojilova, UK SDR Manager at Employment Hero, about her rapid rise in the tech sector and the crucial role of representation in tech leadership. Gabs shares her journey and discusses how seeing leaders who mirrored her own ambitions helped shape her career path. She explores overcoming imposter syndrome, fostering mentorship, and the importance of authentic leadership in creating supportive environments. The conversation highlights strategies for building visibility and championing diversity, emphasising how representation can empower the next generation of female tech leaders.


    Chapters:

    00:00 Intro to Gabs Bojilova

    02:54 The Role of Role Models and Mentorship

    05:53 The Impact of Female Representation Across Fields

    16:23 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence

    17:27 Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership

    23:18 Career Progression and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    26:20 Strategies for Visibility and Recognition in Your Career

    31:30 Addressing the 'Broken Rung' in Career Ladders

    35:38 The Dream Gap: Encouraging Young Girls in STEM

    42:44 Authentic Leadership and Paving Your Own Path


    Resources Mentioned:

    Women in the Workplace - McKinsey 2023

    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    Representation in Films/Media and especially STEM roles

    The Confidence Gap

    The Dream Gap (Barbie)


    Book Recommendation:

    Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers


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    Guest: Gabs Bojilova

    Host: Emily Parker


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