Category: Essays
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Top Remote Work Tools Women in Tech Should Know About in 2025
As a woman in tech, if you are not already working remotely, there is a high chance that the next company you work for might be remote or hybrid. This is why, aside from trying to upskill and prepare for interviews, you should also be familiar with the popular apps currently used to manage remote…
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Little Ways Women in Tech Can Support Each Other
Being a woman in tech isn’t easy, especially when we are the minority in most rooms. We make up only about 25-30% of the global tech workforce. We are still fighting to be taken seriously, constantly trying to prove that we belong here just as much as men do and this can be frustrating. Yes,…
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What You Need to Know Before Transitioning to a New Tech Role
If you have been brooding over the thought of transitioning from one tech career path to another and you do not know how to go about it, this article is for you. Switching from one tech role to another is very common, and while it can feel overwhelming, even though you are already in the…
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How to Create a Personal Website That Sells Your Skills
When you walk into a store, the first thing you see should instantly tell you what they sell or do there. If you spot a medicine and someone in a lab coat, you don’t need to read the sign before you know it is a pharmacy. That is exactly how your personal website should work. …
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How Women in Tech Are Protecting Their Emotional Wellness
Tech is fast, demanding, and constantly evolving. And for many women navigating this high-paced world, the pressure often goes beyond deadlines and deliverables. It sinks into something deeper; emotional exhaustion, self-doubt, and that quiet, lingering question: Am I enough for this space? Though the conversation around gender in tech is growing louder, the emotional and…
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The Girls No One Is Watching: Naomi Williams on Building Nigeria’s Tech Future
Did you know that women make up just 22% of the workforce in the Tech industry? In fact, according to the Financial Institutions Training Centre, only 22% of the total number of engineering and technology university graduates in Nigeria are women. The numbers don’t lie: Nigeria’s tech industry still has a long way to go…
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Product Manager vs Tech Lead: What’s the Difference and Which Role Is Right for You?
As a woman in tech or an aspiring one, you have probably heard of a Product Manager and a Tech Lead. You might have even assumed that they are the same, especially since they both lead teams and seem to be in charge. But they are different, and each plays a unique role in the…
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How to Tailor Your Resume for Entry-Level Tech Roles
One common problem entry-level women in tech face is not having enough experience to apply for tech roles. However, if you’ve taken the time to gain the necessary skills and have one or two projects to show for it, you’re good to go. All you need is the ability to tell your story in a…
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5 Ways to Stay Motivated While Learning Tech on Your Own
Choosing to learn tech on your own is a big decision, and for you to achieve the result you want and get the skills needed to succeed in the industry, you need to stay motivated and determined. There are a lot of resources, YouTube videos, and opinions out there, and if you’re not careful, you…
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How to Ace Tech and Non-Tech Interviews in 2025: Tips for Success
What if you could walk into an interview, whether virtual or physical, wearing confidence like a coat, looking calm and collected? Imagine not getting anxious before your interview and being fully prepared for what is to come. That is the dream of everyone who has just entered the interview stage of the hiring process. And…