Season 4 Ep 6: Meenu Howland

I sat down with Helen and what a fantastic conversation it was! Here is what we discussed:Helen's Background and Career Journey (0:04)Reflecting on Personal Experiences with Bias (2:14)Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence (8:59)Building Intentional and Inclusive Teams (20:01)Advice for Women in Data and Tech (20:16)The Role of Workplace Culture in Career Success (34:35)Navigating Microaggressions and Building Resilience (38:41)Building a Supportive Network (38:57)The Importance of Reflection and Self-Awareness (39:16)Final Thoughts and Advice for Emerging Leaders (39:34)

I sat down with Jeff Baker and there’s a very good reason he’s on the show. Enginuity, the company Jeff works for, has co-authored a remarkable book in the engineering space called Girls Can Engineer, designed to raise awareness and inspire greater female participation in the industry. It’s an outstanding initiative, and I wanted to help shine a brighter light on the work they’re doing.Here’s what we discussed:Introduction and Background of Jeff Baker (0:04)Introduction of the "Girls Can Engineer" Book (1:06)Content and Impact of the "Girls Can Engineer" Book (3:32)Challenges and Opportunities in the Engineering Sector (9:00)Retention and Succession Challenges in Engineering (16:08)Future Prospects and Vision for Women in Engineering (24:07)Conclusion and Next Steps (26:47)

I spoke to Susan Walsh and this is what we discussed: (for some reason the timings were all messed up, so you got the outline)IntroductionSusan Walsh's Background and BusinessChallenges and Experiences of Women in Data and TechBarriers and Solutions for Women in EventsBuilding Confidence and Overcoming HesitancyThe Role of Visibility and NetworkingDealing with Feedback and CriticismAdvice for Women Entering Data and TechFinal Thoughts and EncouragementConclusion and Farewell

I sat down with Sowjanya and what a conversation it was! Here is what we discussed:Sowjanya Shetty's Background and Early Life (0:03)Education, Career, and Early Career Challenges (2:12)Observations on Power and Corporate Culture (9:32)Navigating Corporate Life and Personal Growth (17:51)Career Transition and Personal Identity (21:58)Advice for Women in the Workforce (37:29)Final Thoughts and Future Plans (39:31)

I sat down with Jolie Vitale and we had a wonderful and insightful conversation. Here is what we discussed:Jolie's Career Journey and BackgroundChallenges and Opportunities for Women in Data and Tech (3:13)Self-Awareness and Leadership Skills (16:27)Balancing Work and Family Life (16:48)Impact of COVID-19 on Work-Life Balance (21:06)Leadership Traits and Gender Differences (22:12)Advice for Upcoming Female Leaders (25:33)Advice for the Next Generation (27:36)

I sat down with Maria Torres and we had a great conversation. Here is what we discussed:Introduction (0:03)Maria's Background and Career (1:35)Challenges Faced by Latin American Women in the UK (3:43)Navigating Cultural and Gender Biases (8:29)Adapting to Corporate Culture and Building Resilience (12:59)Support and Allies in the Corporate World (18:45)Latin American Women's Rights Service (21:48)Challenges of Quantifying the Latin American Population (25:38)Advice for Young Latin American Women in the Corporate World (30:23)Conclusion and Final Thoughts (34:07)

I sat down with Tori and what a brilliant conversation it was. Here is what we discussed:Tori's Background and Career Journey (0:03)Changes in Tech Industry and Work-Life Balance (5:22)Challenges and Support for Women in Tech (11:17)Imposter Syndrome and Confidence Building (14:07)Returning to Work After Career Breaks (40:10)Advice for Women Entering and Returning to Tech (42:21)Final Thoughts and Conclusion (45:36)

I sat down with Heather and what a fantastic conversation it was. Here is what we discussed:Introduction and Background of Heather (0:00)Challenges Faced by Women in Data and Tech (2:22)Handling Discrimination and Building Confidence (5:44)Statistics on Gender Bias and Discrimination (10:43)Initiatives to Support Women in Tech (14:20)The Role of Mentorship and Career Progression (21:10)Imposter Syndrome and Building Resilience (25:43)The Impact of AI on Women in Tech (31:26)Advice for Young Women Entering the Tech Industry (36:35)Conclusion and Final Thoughts (43:37)

It was great to sit down with Meenu and discuss the following:Meenu's Background and Journey into Data (0:02)Her new book and Role in Data and Tech (2:53)Challenges and Biases Faced by Women in Data and Tech (5:27)Impact of Cultural Background and Adaptability (7:36)Leadership Styles and Gender Dynamics (17:27)Current State of Women in Data and Tech (20:44)Advice for Women Entering Data and Tech (26:29)

I sat down with Liz to discuss her career, her early years where she learned to say yes to everything, leading teams and much more. Here is what we discussed:Liz's Background and Early Career (0:03)Transition to Analytics and Data Career (4:53)Challenges and Lessons in Leadership (7:03)Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence (12:02)Addressing Bias and Supporting Women in Tech (19:21)Encouraging Women in Data and Tech (34:25)Final Thoughts and Advice for Women in Data (34:46)