From Self-Doubt to Success: How Overcoming Loneliness Led Ellen Twomey to a Thriving Tech Career

In this episode, I chat with Ellen Twomey—career coach, entrepreneur, and founder of You Are TechY—about career transitions, confidence, and breaking into tech.

Ellen shares her personal journey from being a stay-at-home mom to landing a job in tech, despite facing self-doubt and isolation. She explains how attending just one meetup changed everything for her and how other women can do the same.

We also dive into:

• Overcoming fear and rejection – Why confidence matters and how to shift your mindset.
• Work-life balance – The reality of juggling career growth with personal life.
• Entrepreneurship & career pivots – Ellen’s journey from corporate life to running her own businesses.
• Finding purpose – How passion comes from doing meaningful work, not just chasing excitement.
• Women in tech – Why women’s perspectives are crucial in shaping the future of the industry.

Ellen also shares her insights on personal development, faith, and the importance of continuous learning. Whether you're looking to break into a new industry, start your own business, or simply build more confidence in your career, this episode is full of valuable takeaways.

Connect with Ellen

Ellen's Website: https://ellentwomey.com/

Work Genius Website: https://www.workinggenius.com/

You Are TechY Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/54Ut5wiCSmfNau6KPLKhzN

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Book mentioned in the episode: "Ego Is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday

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Connect with Brittany

Website: https://www.shiftyourdayjob.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftyourdayjob/