Are you a woman navigating career transitions, challenges, and seeking professional growth? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!
Join host Raihana as she engages in a compelling conversation with Esmeralda Flores, a bilingual product operations and engineering manager who shares her inspiring journey and valuable insights.
What can you expect from this episode?
- An exploration of how communication skills honed in non-tech fields can be powerful assets in the technology space.
- A candid discussion on facing and overcoming imposter syndrome and internal self-doubt when entering new professional territory.
- Insights into the vital role of networking, finding allies, and building a supportive community, especially for women in male-dominated industries.
- Relatable experiences and strategies for balancing career ambitions with personal life and family commitments, particularly as a working mom.
- Practical tips for fostering an inclusive culture within teams and leveraging personal identity, such as being bilingual, as a strength.
What can you gain from the episode?
- Inspiration to embrace change, take calculated risks, and pursue career paths that align with your interests, even if they seem outside your initial expertise.
- Actionable advice on how to continuously learn, grow, and position yourself as an expert in your chosen field.
- A refreshed perspective on navigating challenges, viewing them as fuel for growth rather than roadblocks.
- Techniques for working smarter, prioritizing effectively, and achieving impact in your role while maintaining work-life balance.
- Encouragement to define your own identity and value, independent of external labels or expectations.
This episode of RAA Talks offers a powerful blend of personal journey, practical advice, and inspiring insights for professional women looking to thrive and grow in their careers and lives.
Tune in to hear Esmeralda's remarkable journey, her strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating work-life balance as a working mom, fostering inclusivity, and how being bilingual has been a significant asset in her career.
Follow host, Raihana on:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfaggarwal
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rfaggarwal
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/raacoaching
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raacoaching
- Visit me at: https://www.raacoaching.com/raihana
About Esmeralda:
Bilingual Product, Operations, and Engineering Manager, fueled by coffee and an unwavering commitment to help others. Experienced in creating an inclusive culture, empowering teams, and supporting dreams within the technology space.
Connect with Esmeralda: http://linkedin.com/in/esmeraldaalmanzaflores
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