“In shadows cast by doubt and fear, Imposter syndrome’s voice draws near But deep within, strength starts to grow, A resilience that begins to show. Through trials faced and challenges met, I rise above, I won’t forget, That I am more than self-doubt’s scheme, A diamond born from pressure’s gleam. With every step, I claimContinue reading “Overcoming Imposter Syndrome”
Category Archives: Women in Tech
Passion
“Are you crazy?!?” This was what many of my mentors said when I wanted to find my next gig in IT Production Support / Operations about 5 years ago. I didn’t know where, but I was ready to explore and discover my passion. Not that I wasn’t good at what I was doing then, butContinue reading “Passion”
Being a Manager isn’t easy
Being a manager is not easy. and I’m not saying this because I am one. But mad respect for all the managers who successfully build and lead teams. Some days we don’t know which personality of the team members we have to face that day. It is both fun and scary at the same timeContinue reading “Being a Manager isn’t easy”
From Disaster to Power
When I first became a manager I had an insatiable urge to be liked by everyone. I was a “Yes” person and struggled to integrate the morale of my teams with the “results oriented” demand. The workplace was becoming hard to manage and I felt like a disaster. My manager then (and now), and mentorsContinue reading “From Disaster to Power”
Repost from LinkedIn: ATA Introspection
My objective in life, is to serve. Many may feel this is cliched but I am because of the countless people who did exactly that – to be of use to community and people like me that needed help. When I got such a chance at the 17th American Telugu Association Convention and Youth ConferenceContinue reading “Repost from LinkedIn: ATA Introspection”
I am
At 10, I looked like someone who missed childhood and teenage years to go straight into being an adult. I remember vividly, that I used to hear a lot of whispers and feedback that I was “Not a good girl.” At that time when someone is branded as not bring a ‘good girl’ it meantContinue reading “I am”
Overcoming Inadequacies
I never felt this complete before. There are so many indequacies I’ve overcome this year although it’s not even three months since new year. It took me to overcome intrinsic, personal, unconscious biases that I harbored and the boundaries in my mind. My struggle with infertility and the state of mind it often leads toContinue reading “Overcoming Inadequacies”
Call for Mentors
“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will,” said George Bernard Shaw. When I was a 5th grader I declared in front of the whole class, my class teacher, and my 4th grade English teacher about my father beingContinue reading “Call for Mentors”
Mentoring is Healing
It may sound stereotypical that my every other post is about gratitude. After many years of mentoring, I decided to be a protégé. Thanks to my leadership, Executive Women’s Forum on Information Security, Risk Management & Privacy, and my countless blessings, I am being mentored by Linda Dolceamore, PCC, EWF’s Chief Leadership Development Officer. ForContinue reading “Mentoring is Healing”
The Star In Me
The Star In Me — Thank you for showcasing me on your platform. And giving me a chance to make an impact. Thank you for making me a star in your galaxy. As women, as human beings we have to be deliberate in changing paradigm and perceptions. It is easier said than done, but notContinue reading “The Star In Me”
QUOTIDIAN BLESSING 