Women of color in tech : a blueprint for inspiring and mentoring the next generation of technology innovators
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Indianapolis : Wiley, 2020.
ISBN
9781119633495, 1119633494, 9781119633532, 1119633532, 9781119633501, 1119633508
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1 online resource (290 pages)
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Femmes en technologie -- Orientation professionnelle.
Femmes en technologie.
Femmes issues des minorités dans les professions libérales.
Femmes issues des minorités.
Minorités en technologie.
Noires américaines dans les professions libérales.
Technologie de l'information -- Orientation professionnelle.
Technologie de l'information -- Personnel.
Femmes en technologie.
Femmes issues des minorités dans les professions libérales.
Femmes issues des minorités.
Minorités en technologie.
Noires américaines dans les professions libérales.
Technologie de l'information -- Orientation professionnelle.
Technologie de l'information -- Personnel.
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English
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What Is an Emerging Technology?
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Includes index.
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Break through barriers to achieve a rewarding future in tech Nonfiction Book Awards Silver Winner Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators will help you overcome the obstacles that often prevent women of color from pursuing and staying in tech careers. Contrary to popular belief, tech careers are diverse and fun'and they go far beyond just coding. This book will show you that today's tech careers are incredibly dynamic, and you'll learn how your soft skills'communication, public speaking, networking'can help you succeed in tech. This book will guide you through the process of cultivating strong relationships and building a network that will get you were you want to be. You'll learn to identify a strong, knowledgeable support network that you can rely on for guidance or mentorship. This step is crucial in getting young women of color into tech careers and keeping them there.-Build your professional network to get the guidance you need -Find a mentor who understands your goals and your struggles -Overcome negativity and stay motivated through difficult times -Identify and develop the soft skills that you need to get ahead in tech Read this book to help bring to life your vision of a future in tech. With practical advice and inspiring stories, you'll develop the right tools and the right mindset. Whether you're just considering going into tech or you want to take your current career to the next level, Women of Color in Tech'will show you how to uncover the resources you need to succeed.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Tedrick, S. (2020). Women of color in tech: a blueprint for inspiring and mentoring the next generation of technology innovators . Wiley.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Tedrick, Susanne. 2020. Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators. Wiley.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Tedrick, Susanne. Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators Wiley, 2020.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Tedrick, Susanne. Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators Wiley, 2020.
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