The IT Factor
- 2. We strive to increase diversity in Calgary’s hi-tech community by educating, engaging and empowering more women. !
- 3. Why we started it…! • Wanted to learn how to program • Sought a connection with other like-minded women • Bridge the knowledge gap between hackers, hustlers and hipsters The Chic Geek welcomes men and women with open arms because we need the support of both genders to achieve true diversity in Calgary’s startup community. !
- 4. Summary Slides Missed the first event? Here’s our recap…
- 5. The “IT” Factor Definition: The one thing from your early career that got you to where you are today. The one piece of advice that you would pass on to help somebody else find their own success.
- 6. 4 women 10 minutes 1 piece of advice
- 8. Choose your future. Don’t just let it happen to you.
- 9. Always bring solutions. Don’t complain unless you have ideas to solve the problem.
- 10. Embrace your Canadian identity. You can achieve anything you want from right here.
- 12. Connections Count. Build your network and community.
- 13. “Whatever you’re thinking, think bigger.” – Tony Hsieh, Co-founder of Zappos
- 14. Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t.
- 15. Kylie Lakevold! Founder & CEO, TypeWhale @TypeWhale www.typewhale.com
- 16. Set crazy, unrealistic goals for yourself because you just might achieve them.
- 17. Or you might not achieve them. But it’s about how you get back up that counts.
- 18. Find great role models and mentors.
- 19. Breanne Everett! President & CEO, Orpyx @Orpyx www.orpyx.com
- 20. Successful women are more likely to feel like “imposters” who will be found out. Challenge that.
- 21. Be comfortable with being uncomfortable.
- 22. Surround yourself with people who enable your dream.
- 23. Thank-you We hope you enjoyed it
- 24. Get in Touch Want to meet us? Send Kylie an email at kytoh4@gmail.com or Morgan at morganmoe@gmail.com Get Involved Check out www.thechicgeek.ca/volunteer for available positions Get in the Know Join the Chic Geek mailing list at http://eepurl.com/tYEmT