Wellness and Women In Tech

Leigh Olesen
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Join host Leigh Olesen on Wellness and Women In Tech, a podcast that features interviews with inspiring women in tech. Hear about their career journeys, how they've overcome challenges, and the practices they use to stay motivated and balanced. Whether you're a woman in tech or interested in making the industry more diverse and inclusive, you'll find inspiration and practical advice in each episode. Tune in to Wellness and Women In Tech to learn from these dynamic women and find upliftment for women in tech.

Episodes

  1. 05/08/2023

    Self-Expression, Sexism, and Neurodivergence with Alysia Dynamik, Executive Director of The Generator

    Welcome to a new episode of Wellness and Women in Tech. I'm thrilled to be your host, Leigh Olesen, a dedicated coach for women in tech. In today's captivating conversation, I have the privilege of welcoming Alysia Dynamik as my special guest. Alysia is an expert in technology-focused educational programming and program development for community non-profits and science museums. She currently serves as the Executive Director of The Generator, a prominent non-profit community maker space in Reno, Nevada. Alysia is also an artist and a mom, bringing a diverse range of experiences to our discussion. Together, we'll explore a range of important topics that shine a light on the experiences of women in the tech industry. We'll delve into the significance of embracing your identity as a woman in this ever-evolving field. Moreover, we'll confront the challenges of sexism and its impact on women's experiences within the tech industry. Additionally, we'll explore the realm of neurodivergence and uncover strategies for finding learning styles that resonate with you. This conversation promises to provide valuable insights, inspiration, and practical advice for navigating the complexities of being a woman in tech. Alysia's expertise and experiences will offer a fresh perspective on resilience, empowerment, and creating a more inclusive industry. Get ready to be informed and inspired as we tackle these important topics head-on. Let's jump right in!⁠⁠ --- As a coach for women in tech, it's my mission to help women navigate the challenges of this industry and achieve their goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career journey, I invite you to visit my website at ⁠⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠⁠ or find me on Instagram or LinkedIn to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@leigholesen⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@wellnessandwomenintechpodcast⁠⁠⁠

    1h 15m

  2. 05/01/2023

    Conscious Leadership, Elevating Others, and Setting Boundaries with Kathy Monahan, Content Producer at Meta

    Welcome to this week’s episode of Wellness and Women in Tech. I'm your host, Leigh Olesen, a coach for women in tech, and today I'm excited to welcome Kathy Monahan, Content Producer at CreativeX, Meta's in-house creative agency. In this episode, we dive deep into topics such as conscious leadership, elevating others, setting boundaries, and more. Join us as we explore Kathy's experiences and insights on how to navigate a successful career in tech, while maintaining balance and wellness in both personal and professional life. Stay tuned until the end of the episode, where we'll share some actionable tips and resources to help you cultivate your own wellness practices.⁠⁠ --- As a coach for women in tech, I'm here to help you navigate challenges and achieve your goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career or wellness journey, I invite you to visit my website at ⁠⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠⁠ or find me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@leigholesen⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@wellnessandwomenintechpodcast⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@leigh_olesen⁠⁠ --- Resources Mentioned In This Episode Diversity Training: The Culture of Respect Books: ⁠⁠The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership

    54 min

  3. 04/24/2023

    Entrepreneurship, Agency and Self-Advocacy with Brit Starr, Software Developer and Creative at Sword and Stone

    Welcome to another episode of Wellness and Women in Tech, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers and making a difference in the tech industry. I'm Leigh Olesen, your host, a web developer and a coach for women in tech. Today, I have the pleasure of hosting Brit Starr, a spiritualist, software developer, and creative entrepreneur. Brit runs Sword and Stone, the interdimensional dev studio, and in this episode, we'll be discussing entrepreneurship, agency, and self-advocacy. Join us for an insightful conversation on how to navigate the world of tech as a creative, stand up for yourself and your ideas, and cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset. To learn more about Brit, check out her website ⁠⁠swordandstone.studio!⁠ --- As a coach for women in tech, I'm passionate about helping women navigate the challenges of this industry and achieve their goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career journey, I invite you to visit my website at ⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠ or find me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠@leigholesen⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@wellnessandwomenintechpodcast⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠@leigh_olesen⁠ --- Resources Mentioned In This Episode Books: ⁠Honoring Your Ancestors: A Guide to Ancestral Veneration by Mallorie Vaudoise

    1h 2m

  4. 04/17/2023

    Pursuing a PhD, Pregnancy Worklife, and Asking for Support with Dr. Maaike Zwart, Computer Scientist and Mathematician

    Welcome to Wellness and Women in Tech, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers and making a difference in the tech industry. I'm Leigh Olesen, your host and a coach for women in tech. In this week's episode, I'm excited to speak with Doctor Maaike Zwart, a brilliant computer scientist and mathematician doing a mix of type theory and category theory postdoc research on the mathematics behind computer science. We'll delve into her experiences with pursuing a PhD, writing a thesis remotely, moving to a new country for work, and juggling the demands of work, pregnancy, and personal life. We'll also talk about the value of asking for help and the importance of emotional communication in relationships. Whether you're a woman in tech looking for inspiration and guidance, or someone committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse tech industry, stay tuned for an insightful and inspiring conversation. --- As a coach for women in tech, I'm committed to helping women navigate the challenges of this industry and achieve their goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career journey, I invite you to visit my website at leigholesencoaching.com or find me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠ ⁠LinkedIn: ⁠@leigholesen Instagram: @wellnessandwomenintechpodcast Twitter: @leigh_olesen

    45 min

  5. 04/10/2023

    Networking, Fear of Failure, and Self Care as a New Mom with Helena Levison, Queen of UX and Startup Founder

    Welcome to Wellness and Women in Tech, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers and making a difference in the tech industry. I'm Leigh Olesen, your host and a coach for women in tech. In this week's episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Helena Zilmer Levison, known to many as the Queen of UX, leading Denmark’s largest community and furthering the ecosystem for user experience design through her startup CPHUX. Join us as we delve into a deep and insightful conversation about some of the most pressing topics in the field, including networking, fear of failure, and self-care. With her extensive expertise and experience, Helena shares her valuable insights and strategies on how to build meaningful connections, overcome self-doubt, and prioritize your well-being throughout life changes. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of the most prominent figures in UX design and gain invaluable advice for your career and personal growth. To learn more about Helena, check out her podcast ⁠Why UX?⁠ and the community of CPHUX! --- As a coach for women in tech, I'm passionate about helping women navigate the challenges of this industry and achieve their goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career journey, I invite you to visit my website at ⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠ or find me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠⁠ ⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠@leigholesen Instagram: ⁠@wellnessandwomenintechpodcast⁠ Twitter: ⁠@leigh_olesen⁠ --- Resources Mentioned In This Episode Books: Build Better Products by Laura Klein UX for Lean Startups by Laura Klein Madro by Anne Gaardmand Podcasts: What is Wrong with UX What is Wrong with Hiring Apps: Soundwheel Websites: ADPList.org

    58 min

  6. 04/03/2023

    Vulnerability, Burnout, and Growth Mindset with Jamie Blomquist, Head of Agency Partnerships at Google

    Welcome to Wellness and Women in Tech, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers and making a difference in the tech industry. I'm Leigh Olesen, your host and a coach for women in tech. In today's episode, I’m thrilled to have Jamie Blomquist as my guest. Jamie is Head of Agency Partnerships at Google and an absolute badass. As a woman in tech, Jamie has honed her craft at overcoming challenges and today she's going to share her story with us. We'll be discussing vulnerability, burnout, and growth mindset and Jamie will be sharing her insights and practical tips for navigating through it all. So, whether you're a woman in tech looking for inspiration and support, or someone who wants to create a more inclusive tech industry, you won't want to miss this episode. --- As a coach for women in tech, I'm passionate about helping women navigate the challenges of this industry and achieve their goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career journey, I invite you to visit my website at leigholesencoaching.com or find me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠@leigholesen Instagram: @wellnessandwomenintechpodcast Twitter: @leigh_olesen

    50 min

  7. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Welcome to Wellness and Women In Tech

    Welcome to Wellness and Women in Tech, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers and making a difference in the tech industry. I'm Leigh Olesen, your host, a web developer and a coach for women in tech. As a woman in tech myself, I know how challenging it can be to navigate this industry, but I believe that by sharing our stories and our struggles, we can create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech community. Each week, I'll be interviewing women who are leaders, innovators, and change-makers in the tech industry. We'll be discussing their career journeys, the challenges they have faced and overcome, and the practices they use to keep their mind, body, and spirit strong. We'll also be addressing important topics like burnout, imposter syndrome, sexism, and more, and providing practical tips and strategies to help you navigate these challenges. Whether you're a woman in tech looking for inspiration and support, or someone who wants to create a more inclusive tech industry, this podcast is for you. So, let's dive in and hear from the amazing women who are paving the way for a better future in tech. --- As a coach for women in tech, I'm passionate about helping women navigate the challenges of this industry and achieve their goals. If you're looking for support and guidance on your own career journey, I invite you to visit my website at leigholesencoaching.com or find me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter to learn more about my coaching services. Website: ⁠leigholesencoaching.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠@leigholesen Instagram: @wellnessandwomenintechpodcast Twitter: @leigh_olesen

    1 min

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Join host Leigh Olesen on Wellness and Women In Tech, a podcast that features interviews with inspiring women in tech. Hear about their career journeys, how they've overcome challenges, and the practices they use to stay motivated and balanced. Whether you're a woman in tech or interested in making the industry more diverse and inclusive, you'll find inspiration and practical advice in each episode. Tune in to Wellness and Women In Tech to learn from these dynamic women and find upliftment for women in tech.

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