You Belong In Tech
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Learn what it really takes to break in, survive, and thrive in a world with unequal representation.
You Belong In Tech
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Learn what it really takes to break in, survive, and thrive in a world with unequal representation.
Hosted by
Dr. Sara Sieteski
Co-founder & CEO
Course overview
Gender, race & identity shouldn't inhibit your career success.
The ultimate 3-week life & tech career hack course you won't find in any college.
Join a welcoming community of like-minded peers, allies & mentors, committed to increasing equity in tech.
Real, honest discussions about the challenges you'll face and how to overcome them.
Who is this course for
01
Women and anyone from underrepresented races & identities, aspiring for long-term success & future leadership opportunities in tech.
02
Builders and operators alike. You don't just need to be an engineer or highly technical to succeed in the tech sector.
03
Career transitioners & aspiring entrepreneurs, looking to rebrand their past experiences and leverage their subject matter expertise.
Key outcomes
Build an action plan for realistic and measurable career success.
Anyone trying to sell you success in 30 days is lying. Learn from people who have walked a mile in your shoes and want to tell you their honest truths, to help you make faster & better decisions that will lead to long-term success.
Market yourself authentically and confidently.
Yes, the LinkedIn algorithm is a thing, but it's not everything. How you tell your authentic story and the people to whom you tell it are ultimately more powerful than optimizing for keywords.
Hedge your bets and strengthen your grit when you're presented with setbacks.
This course is optimism meets reality. You absolutely can succeed, but it won't always be a walk in the park. Learn how to keep the momentum and maintain good mental health when you hit the speedbumps.
Join a new community of friends to help get you get to where you want to be.
Make your journey, timeline, and goals your own, but develop it alongside like-minded individuals who are doing the same. This a safe space to share both your aspirations and your fears.
You Belong In Tech
See what others are saying
Erin Marshall
Maria Mejia
Taren Heintz
Dr. Mairi-Jane Fox
Meet your instructor
Dr. Sara Sieteski
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-sieteski-phd/
My life and career are not just a product of personal grit and determination to succeed. I built my own support structure of friends, allies, and mentors from the ground up, and they were instrumental to my success. I've successfully transitioned careers throughout public and private tech sectors, and I've coached and mentored numerous others to do the same. Learn from my proven methods on what works, what doesn't, shorten your path to success, and hear powerful stories from other experts who have done the same.
Course syllabus
01
The BS of bias and the benefit of knowing about it.
Bias sucks. Wonderful DEIB experts are working tirelessly to fix the problems, but they won't go away overnight. Learn about the science behind why bias occurs, the biases that most significantly impact the tech sector, and how you can best navigate them without destroying your mental health.
02
31 Flavors: Optionality in the Tech Sector
I have to be an engineer and work at a startup to be in tech, right? It's a common misconception that you have to be highly technical to succeed in the tech sector. We'll break down public and private options, the non-technical types of roles at tech companies, and explain the career-life balance that comes with the different environments.
03
Kicking Imposter Syndrome to the curb once and for all.
Why do overly confident people with less experience statistically beat out experts for leadership roles? Explore the science behind Imposter Syndrome: what's causing it, how to develop strategies to overcome it, and finally see yourself as the expert you are and not the fraud you might perceive yourself to be.
04
Brand Workshop 101: The Power of Storytelling & Effective Communication
Storytelling is built into our human evolution and transcends across almost every aspect of our lives. Learn how to tell an effective story about who you are, who you were, and who you want to be next.
05
Building a powerful network when you're not born into one.
Just like bias sucks, it also sucks that some people are born on third base, while others start from behind home plate. A truly powerful network isn't just about knowing people will fancy titles. It is made up of friends, allies, and mentors, all cheering for you to succeed. Learn how to find these people and open doors to new opportunities.
06
Brand Workshop 201: You'd be a fool not to hire me!
Build an action plan for realistic and measurable career success. Market yourself authentically and confidently. Hedge your bets and strengthen your grit when you're presented with setbacks. Walk away with a personalized toolkit for tech career success & a new community of friends, allies, and mentors to help get your there.
Course schedule
5-7 hours per week
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:00pm - 6:30pm MST
Join us live on August 23rd, 25th, 30th, September 1st, 6th & 8th for hands-on workshop activities to brainstorm, discuss, and strategize with your classmates and build your personalized career action plan.
Daily videos & exercises
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Content deep dives, expert fireside chats, and personal reflection activities on the days we don't meet live.
Everyone deserves a chance at something better.
Attribution: The hyper-creative Nick Seluk. Follow him on Twitter for a daily dose of delight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I can’t make a live session?
I work full-time, what is the expected time commitment?
What’s the refund policy?
Learning is better with cohorts
Active, not passive
This course focuses on live workshops and hands-on projects
Learn with a cohort of peers
You’ll be learning in public through breakout rooms and an engaged community
Learn with a cohort of peers
Surround yourself with like-minded people who want to grow alongside you