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Underrepresented in Tech: Lessons from Competing in 100+ Hackathons
Embracing uniqueness and cultivating a growth mindset, this talk shares personal lessons learned from competing in over 100 hackathons, highlighting the importance of self-validation, mentorship, and resilience in overcoming obstacles.
- Don’t focus on the competition; instead, focus on your own growth and self-validation.
- Understanding and honoring your identity and uniqueness is crucial.
- Be willing to fail and view failure as an opportunity for growth.
- Validate yourself and don’t rely on external validation.
- Find mentors who can support and guide you.
- Have a growth mindset and be open to new experiences and learning.
- Find ways to make your work meaningful and fulfilling.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help and support.
- Focus on your strengths and don’t compare yourself to others.
- Believe in yourself and your abilities.
- Surround yourself with people who support and accept you for who you are.
- Set goals and work towards them.
- Be patient and persistent, even in the face of failure.
- Keep learning and growing.
- Focus on your own journey and don’t compare yourself to others.
- Believe in yourself and your abilities.
- Surround yourself with people who support and accept you for who you are.
- Set goals and work towards them.
- Be patient and persistent, even in the face of failure.