Unexpectedly #OpentoWork : Tech Layoffs and Women in Technology
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Unexpectedly #OpentoWork : Tech Layoffs and Women in Technology
Globally, women account for 47.7% of the workforce. Your presence in tech is irreplaceable. You help build highly valuable products that are used all around the world. The research, media, recruiters, and gurus painted tech as a field full of endless opportunities, and it still is despite the current climate in the industry. Global and unforeseen changes in the economy don’t change the long term trajectory for financial stability when you choose a career in tech.?
Being laid off is hard. As a woman in tech, you’re twice as likely to be laid off or furloughed. In the midst of these sudden changes to your life, do what’s best for you to continue pursuing your career aspirations. Sustainable futures for women in technology will not be bridled by the current state of the economy.?
Making space to process your emotions is part of staying empowered to excel in tech. Give yourself permission to rest between re-strategizing and networking. When you’re ready, start job searching. Take some of this time to invest in keeping your tech skills fresh or pivot to a new stack, language, or role. Remember you’re not alone as you work to continue to advance your career.?
Use the resources below to build skills. Participate in hackathons. Keep learning, growing, and preparing. Technology needs you.
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