Book Details:
Book Title: Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators by Susanne Tedrick
Category: Adult Non-Fiction, 18 yrs +, 288 pages
Genre: Business, Careers, Technology
Publisher: Wiley
Release date: April, 2020
Tour dates: June 22 to July 10, 2020
Content Rating: PG.
Book Description:
Tech industry jobs are growing fast, offering great pay, career growth and
learning opportunities. Women of color, sadly, have not been able to
fully participate in this boom. There are many misconceptions about the
tech industry. Misconceptions can often discourage women of color from
pursuing or remaining in technical careers. For example, misconceptions
like “tech careers are all about coding ”or “there’s no diversity in
tech.”
In reality, tech career opportunities can be diverse, fun, and incredibly dynamic. While there are barriers to overcome, Women of Color in Tech is an indispensable resource for building a rewarding future in tech. Packed with inspiring stories and practical advice, this book shows you how to uncover the resources you need to succeed.
This practical guide will help you develop the blend of knowledge and skills
needed for getting into tech—and staying there. Author Susanne Tedrick
understands that, for a variety of reasons, young women of color are
underrepresented in tech and may not have access to strong support
networks or resources to be successful. Using her own experiences
transitioning into tech, Susanne offers you real-world guidance on
finding knowledgeable mentors, learning the latest industry trends,
cultivating strong relationships and more.
If you’re thinking about going into tech, or you want to take your current career to the
next level, Women of Color in Tech will help you build a blueprint for a
successful career.
• Understand the reality of tech today, not misconceptions.
• Learn about the different tech jobs and opportunities that exist, not just coding.
• Gain an understanding of emerging technology areas that will affect
jobs, like artificial intelligence, Blockchain and cloud computing.
• Discover traditional and non-traditional education option to get the skills you need.
• Find mentors, build your professional network and get the guidance you need.
• Stay motivated and deal with difficult situations.
• Recognize the importance of giving back to increase diversity and inclusion.
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Susanne Tedrick is a technical specialist for a Fortune 50 technology company.
Fiercely committed to increasing participation of women and people of
color in STEM educational and professional opportunities, she is a
career mentor for the Pathways in Technology Early College High School
(P-TECH) Initiative and a volunteer workshop technical assistant for
Black Girls Code, a nonprofit that empowers girls of color to develop
in-demand IT skills and prepare for careers in tech. Susanne was awarded
the 2018 CompTIA AITP Rising Star of the Year Award, and nominated for
the 2019 CompTIA Advancing Women in Technology Mentorship Guide Award,
for her dedication to advancing her career and that of others. Views
expressed are those of author Susanne Tedrick and are not endorsed by
any of her current or former employers.
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Thank you so much for featuring this informative book that will certainly help many young women eager to succeed in the world of Tech.