Feb 22 2024 48 mins
Join host Kellie Kwarteng of Elevate - Women in Tech as she interviews Sarah Persov, Engineering Team Lead at Dojo, about challenges facing women in tech and building more diverse and inclusive engineering teams.
Sarah shares her experiences as both a technical lead and people manager fostering the next generation of engineers. She discusses work culture biases that can isolate women, impacting careers and retention.
Learn how Sarah advocates for women in tech, from investigating issues anonymously to speaking engagements informing change. She offers advice for women navigating exclusion, imbalance, and lack of respect.
Hear Sarah's perspective on the evolution of diversity efforts, ongoing unconscious biases, and the need for empowering women to support women. Discover small steps companies can take to break down barriers for women in tech through policies, wording, safe forums, hearing feedback, and continuous improvement.
Gain insights on achieving the full potential of diverse teams through psychological safety, valuing individuals, and learning from failures. Tune in for an honest look at misconceptions, respect, and bringing your whole self to work.
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Website - https://www.sarahpersov.com/
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