Are your contributions recognized at work? Is your company aware of the impact you are making? Are you getting enough visibility?
⏩ Visibility is required to advance in your career and even to keep your job, in some cases.
Women in tech frequently experience invisibility, stemming from systemic biases and the persistent gender gap in the industry. Unconscious bias, lack of representation in leadership roles, and unequal access to opportunities for recognition and advancement are very real challenges.
Only 1 in 2 employees feel that managers make sure they get credit for their work. For example, my client’s manager wasn’t doing enough to highlight her accomplishments. She raised the issue at their next one-on-one. When the situation didn’t improve, she took charge of her own visibility by posting her achievements in a weekly company-wide Slack Channel created for this purpose.
Does your company have processes in place to highlight your contributions?
⚠️ Accomplishments do not speak for themselves, especially if you want to get promoted.
Visibility is not just a matter of recognition. It serves as a catalyst for empowerment and advancement. Visibility facilitates networking, fosters mentorship opportunities, and amplifies your voice. This paves the way for career growth and influence in the competitive landscape of tech.
Increased visibility for women in tech is necessary to dismantle stereotypes, inspire future generations, and foster a more inclusive industry culture.
Do you struggle to advocate for yourself to get more visibility?
❓ A recent survey put out by Hype HQ – a new app and community designed to boost the visibility of women – asked over 200,000 women, “what is holding you back from actively building your visibility on LinkedIn?”
- 37% feel uncomfortable
- 37% don’t know how to
- 14% don’t think it’s necessary
- 12% don’t have time
Many of the women I coach hesitate to post anything about their work on LinkedIn and say things like: “What if it’s not perfect? What if people judge me? Who wants to hear from me anyway? Others have achieved way more than I have.”
For women, there is a societal expectation to focus on community rather than ourselves. Selfless women are celebrated. Feminine humility is valued. There’s no “I” in team. This needs to STOP 🛑
What can you do to boost your visibility?
👩🏽🦰 Build your personal brand: cultivate a strong online presence through platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter, showcasing your expertise, accomplishments, and thought leadership within the tech community.
🎤 Seek speaking opportunities: participate in conferences, panels, and workshops to share your insights and expertise, establishing yourself as a visible and authoritative figure in your field.
🫂 Forge meaningful connections: network strategically with peers, mentors, and industry leaders to expand your professional circle and leverage opportunities for visibility and collaboration.
🧠 Become a thought leader: contribute to industry publications, blogs, and forums, sharing your perspectives on emerging trends, challenges, and innovations within the tech ecosystem.
⏩ Advocate for inclusion: champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within your organization and the broader tech community, amplifying marginalized voices and advocating for equal representation and opportunities.
Self-promotion is a learnable skill that is vital if you want to take your career to the next level 🚀
🚨 Remember – it’s not bragging if it’s based on facts.
Coaching can help make you more visible. Book a free Clarity Call to learn more.
Lots of love,
-Anna
