How will you face the challenges that arise in your career? Prepare yourself with strategies now. Join us in this episode as we explore the strategic resilience and tenacity needed to navigate the difficulties along your career journey.

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Show Notes

In this inspiring episode of Thriving In the Game, host Alicia Cyrus sits down with Tina Debose to discuss the difficulties and challenges Black Women face in tech. A trailblazing global leader with over four decades in the IT industry, Tina highlights pivotal experiences from her early days as the only woman in a software certification class to her current role leading a team of 50+ developers and engineers. Together, they cover:

* embracing unconventional opportunities

* strategic preparation & self-advocacy

* importance of allyship & support

* navigating career obstacles & retooling

* finding validation outside of work

Through personal anecdotes and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for early and transitioning career Black Women aspiring to thrive, despite the difficulties they may encounter along their professional journey, and build long-term careers in technology.

00:00 Introduction to Thriving In the Game

01:22 Meet Tina Debose: A Trailblazer in Tech

05:12 Navigating Early Career Challenges

06:56 The Importance of Allyship and Support

12:33 Strategies for Career Advancement

16:35 Overcoming Workplace Obstacles

15:45 Embracing Change and Retooling

21:27 Building Confidence and Validation Outside of Work

39:10 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode Tina also mentions:

* Who Moved My Cheese by Spencer Johnson

Connect with Tina Debose on LinkedIn

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