Only 13% of the US workforce is passionate about their jobs based on a study by Deloitte. So how does one find what they are good at and passionate about? Today on the podcast, we revisit an early episode from season one of the podcast with Tiana Davis Kara, Executive Director for BUILT BY GIRLS. She shares her non-traditional path into tech and how she found a passion for preparing the next generation of female tech leaders.

Tiana Davis Kara (she/her), advocate for the future female workforce, is currently Executive Director for BUILT BY GIRLS. She oversees strategic direction and brand development for the social impact brand; furthering its mission to equip the next generation of female and nonbinary tech leaders, builders and creators. Previously she worked with Black Girls CODE developing strategic brand partnerships that furthered the organization's efforts to increase STEM education opportunities for girls of color. With more than a decode of marketing experience, she's led creative collaborations and built cultural relevance for major global brands in tech and retail.

 

What you will learn:

-How to determine your passion in tech. 

-Code-switching vs bringing your authentic self to work.      

-What Gen Zs are looking for in a tech company

-What is the mission of BUILT BY GIRLS

-What is the role of an Executive Director

 

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Connect with Tiana Davis Kara:

Website: https://www.builtbygirls.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/tianawanda?lang=en 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tianadaviskara

 

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Deloitte Study: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/topics/talent/future-workforce-engagement-in-the-workplace.html

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