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Role Model: Arzu Çöltekin
Arzu has always been fascinated with what’s behind the stuff we take for granted and her wondering ultimately brought her to the tech topic. Enjoy this very open interview where she talks about her geek moments and wonders if “information obesity” is a thing… Read More
Role Model: Helen Yuanyuan Cao
The use of technology in the fields of biology, life sciences and healthcare piqued Helen’s personal interest. The COO, CIO and “Top 40 under 40” shares insights about her career path in tech… Read More
Role Model: Katharina Wohlrab
Breaking the stereotypes is important to Katharina, who studied sociology and computer science and is now a podcast host as well as the CEO of Tech4Girls, an NGO that teaches computer science to primary school girls… Read More
Role Model: Lisa Falco
Book author and AI & Data Consultant Lisa has worked 15+ years in different startups in the MedTech sector, mainly in roles related to data science and AI. She shares why becoming an engineer despite not being a “techie” is a good thing… Read More
Role Model: Mira Wolf-Bauwens
Driven by the ability to discover something new every day and to have an impact, Mira strongly believes that quantum computing is shifting the paradigm of computing altogether, enabling us to address problems that we cannot explore with classical computers… Read More
Role Models: Liliane Ableitner & Anselma Wörner
Anselma and Liliane co-founded the climate tech startup Exnaton. They talk about their geeky tendency, building impactful technology and about decisive factors that were crucial for their careers… Read More
Role Model: Vanessa Gentile
With roots across the world and ending up in tech by coincidence, Vanessa not only made it to a high position at a large company, but also created the programme Bring Women Back to Work. Read the interesting journey of this remarkable role model and get some invaluable tips … Read More
Role Model: Caroline Matteucci
Since Caroline was 8 years old, she wanted to change the world. After her work path took her into policing, the health sector, counseling and coaching, she today helps people to learn about non-verbal communication… Read More
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Take Aways Understanding and Addressing Implicit Bias
Examining the mechanisms of visual illusions in computer graphics, Arzu Cöltekin gave insights into cognitive priors, and the infamous unconscious bias… Read More
Is Your Diversity Program Failing?
Women and minorities have not gained much ground in management over the past 20 years. If your diversity program is failing, too, you might like these insights to turn it around… Read More
Yoga for Techies
21 June is International Yoga Day. A great occasion for some expert tips against the hunchback-tech-neck-syndrome ailing techies. Tanja Lenger Mascarenhas has taken time out of her chill but busy day to write a guest blog that will help you feel better while coding… Read More
Take Aways Unlock the Potential of Diversity
Diverse teams outperform more traditional teams on many levels. But for a diverse team to benefit from its richness, it must first overcome some challenges – and it must do so as a team… Read More
Performative Allyship: How to Spot It and Avoid Engaging with It
We’re going to shine a light on the dark side of allyship, performative allyship. This blog will unpack the terminology and provide ways to help us not engage in these practices… Read More
Be a Real Ally 365 Days a Year
While Pride Month is an important time of inclusion, radical celebration, and protests for the LGBTQIA+ community, real allyship is 365 days a year. Read our tips for individuals on how to be a real ally… Read More
Rainbows Need No Washing
With new concepts like “rainbow washing” popping up more and more, we decided to explain some terminology and to have an in-depth talk about pride, rainbow washing, and other related terms with an expert in our network: Katharina Wohlrab, CEO of Tech4Girls and FLINTA* in STEM… Read More
WST Column in Ladies Drive Magazine
Did you know that WE SHAPE TECH has a recurring column in Ladie’s Drive magazine? As a proud partner, we are always happy to share knowledge, insights or opinions with our extended community. Read the newest edition of our column and all past and future ones here… Read More
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Sandra Oh Lin
Sandra Oh Lin’s mission is dedicated to children – she wants millions of children to develop creativity and problem-solving skills through STEM-based activities and art… Read More
Work culture
Complex business environments, incl. hybrid and flexible working options embrace new solutions to win the right talent, retain employees and foster team connections… Read More
Everything You Thought About Confidence & Self Doubt is Wrong
Do you ever doubt yourself or lack confidence? If you want to know why your lack of confidence is a secret superpower, this is for you… Read More
Going Electric?
Sustainability in electricity is a more topical issue than ever. Do you want to go electric? Then maybe we need to dig a little deeper…… Read More
AI-Assisted Coding
Thoughtworks’ Technology Podcast explores the real-world impact of generative AI in software development. Hosts Prem Chandrasekaran and Neal Ford, alongside Chief of AI Mike Mason and Global Lead Birgitta Böckeler, dissect its current applications, effectiveness, and influence on developer practices. Dive into the nuanced reality of AI’s role in shaping workflows… Read More
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