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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

March 5, 2021

Let's talk Imposter Syndrome. If you're not familiar with the term, imposter syndrome is when you doubt your abilities and feel like you don't belong somewhere. It's the idea that you got a job "by accident" or that you might get caught as a fraud. Psychologist Audrey Ervin says, "Imposter syndrome

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My Favorite Books for Self-Improvement

February 19, 2021

Let's talk self improvement. This past year has been extremely challenging and we all learned to cope in different ways - some of us take walks, some of us do yoga and others read! Well, I read 4 books this past year that I hold near to my heart because they helped shape me into a better person and

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Career· Motivation· Tech

My Software Engineering Internship At Disney

January 2, 2021

My second internship was a dream come true. I don't even know where to begin... My sophomore year of college, I applied to the Disney College Program and to my surprise, I got in! I was so excited for the opportunity but after consulting it with my parents and older brother, they weren't fully on

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Career· Motivation· Tech

How I Prepared for Technical Interviews

November 19, 2020

When I started preparing for technical interviews, it was challenging to figure out where to start. I created a routine that helped me stay organized and true to myself as I learned how to pass one. I'm going to share with you how I prepared for and passed technical interviews with multiple

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My Summer Internship in Chicago

October 22, 2020

2 years ago, I was sitting in my Data Structures course and we had a visitor. I do not remember his name and I wish I would've written down his information so I can reach out to him today and thank him. He was a recent graduate from my university. He had just returned from an internship with

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First Blog Post: Hello World

August 24, 2020

Hello, my name is Paola and I am a current senior at the University of Texas at El Paso. If you'd like to know a little more about me, check out my About page! I started this blog for many reasons, mostly to share my journey but the main goal is for my journey to inspire other minorities to join

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Hello and welcome to Lady Engineering! Through my writing, I aim to inspire minorities to follow their dreams by sharing my experience in tech and career tips long the way, as well as the importance of diversity. Lady Engineering focuses on cultivating a happy, balanced, and goal-oriented life while pursuing your passions. Join me on the journey. 💕☁️✍🏻

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Recent Posts

  • The Questions They’re Too Afraid to Ask
  • The Courage to Slow Down
  • Built Through Challenge: My Time at Messenger
  • Tackling Unconscious Bias in Tech
  • Navigating Change and Growth: My Journey to Senior Engineer

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Thank you, Messenger 🩵 My latest blog, Built Thro Thank you, Messenger 🩵

My latest blog, Built Through Challenge: My Time at Messenger, is now available. This one was personal to write, I hope you like it 🫶🏻 Linked in my bio. 

#womenintech #corporatelife #career
When you surround yourself with strong, supportive When you surround yourself with strong, supportive women, you find a new level of motivation. That’s why it’s important to create a network of people who empower each other. 🤝🏻✨

To me, success isn’t defined by what you achieve alone but how you use it to uplift others. Community matters and your surroundings really do shape your growth. Follow along the journey! 

P.S. enjoy this snippet from my bachelorette in NYC 😍☁️
Not just to advocate for ourselves but to advocate Not just to advocate for ourselves but to advocate for each other.

Recently, I sat in on a Women in Leadership panel at work. I almost skipped it (because “I have too much work”) but I didn’t realize how much I would’ve missed out on. There’s something powerful about hearing from women who are in the roles we hope to grow into. 

One thing that really stuck with me was the conversation around unconscious bias, those subtle snap judgments shaped by upbringing, culture, or environment. It’s the gut feeling you get when you feel excluded or underestimated. 

“Put me in a room with an older male engineer, and 9 times out of 10, he gets addressed first. He gets the questions. The attention. The benefit of the doubt.”
And suddenly, I feel this invisible pressure to prove that I belong here too.

During the panel, they emphasized how important it is to call out unconscious bias during performance evaluations, the rooms where big decisions are made like promotions, recognition, and career growth. They don’t let biased comments slide and they speak up in the moment. Hearing that made me feel seen and supported, but more than anything, it highlighted just how important it is to have women in those rooms and in every room where decisions are made.

We need people like you and me in these positions. Unconscious bias doesn’t disappear overnight but every time we show up with confidence, support one another, and speak up, we shift the culture. 
One voice at a time. One room at a time.

Read more in my latest blog post: Tackling Unconscious Bias in Tech 💌
Let me know your thoughts 🫶🏻
Navigating Change and Growth: My Journey to Senior Navigating Change and Growth: My Journey to Senior Engineer 👩🏼‍💻💓

I was recently promoted to Senior Engineer, an exciting milestone, but more than anything, it’s an opportunity to reflect on my journey so far. This calls for a new blog post! 

In my latest blog post, I’m sharing my experience for a few key reasons:

✨ I earned this promotion during a challenging and uncertain time in the tech industry
💡 I want to shed light on the realities of working in tech, beyond the highlights
📖 Most importantly, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from my time in big tech and my personal take on the experience

Swipe to the last slide to see me four years ago, she’d absolutely *freak out* knowing what we’ve accomplished. But none of this would have happened without her taking that first step, so I had to include her 💙

Find the link in my bio!
Straight from my vision board 💕🏙️💍✈️👩🏼‍💻 Excited Straight from my vision board 💕🏙️💍✈️👩🏼‍💻

Excited to chase new goals in 2025, can’t wait to see what 2025 brings! Happy New Year everyone 💫🥂🥳

#visionboard #visionboardinspo #motivational #pinterestaesthetic #pinterestinspired #goalsetting
Mistake #1: I didn’t begin applying to internships Mistake #1: I didn’t begin applying to internships until my senior year. 
🔑 I should’ve started applying since my freshman year. Yes, you can get an internship as a freshman! 

Mistake #2: I didn’t have a resume because I didn’t have professional experience to add to it. 
🔑 You don’t need professional experience to build a great resume that stands out. I can show you how!

Mistake #3: I didn’t apply for internships because I was terrified of technical interviews. 
🔑 Technical interviews are intimidating, but they’re a skill you can easily develop. Don’t let fear hold you back. 

Mistake #4: I thought I wasn’t good enough because my GPA wasn’t perfect. 
🔑 Your GPA doesn’t define you. Spoiler alert: many successful professionals didn’t have perfect GPAs. Employers value skills over numbers. 

Mistake #5: I kept to myself during classes because I felt like I didn’t belong. 
🔑 Getting involved in school and networking with professors and fellow students will help open doors and build your confidence!

Mistake #6: I fully relied on professors and thought attending lectures was enough to gain the knowledge needed to succeed. 
🔑 Lectures are a small part of the big picture. You will need to practice coding on your own, seek resources, and try hands-on projects. Tech is a fast-moving field, and being proactive will give you the edge 🚀 

Looking back, I wish I had a guide to help me navigate all the challenges along the way. That’s exactly why I created The Ultimate Computer Science Student Guide, to help others avoid these common mistakes and set them up for success early on. 
I packed in everything I wish I knew when I started, including: 

✅ the importance of applying to internships early
✅ building a resume that stands out with no experience
✅ how to conquer technical interviews - the easy way 
✅ insider tips to excel in your classes
✅ so much more

Don’t let uncertainty or lack of guidance hold you back. This guide is your cheat sheet to getting ahead. I sure wish I had it back then. 

Comment “ebook” & I’ll send the link directly to you. Enjoy 🩵

#computerscience #csstudents #computersciencestudent #computersciencemajor #student #career
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