Networking as an Underrepresented Person
In this episode of Underrepresented in Tech, Michelle and Allie talk about some tried and true tips for diverse people who are looking to get better at networking.
Finding the Right Workplace (Feat. Ebonie Butler)
In this episode of the Underrepresented in Tech podcast, Allie Nimmons chats with Ebonie Butler, lead developer at Yikes Inc. Ebonie discusses what has made Yikes Inc. a great and supportive company for her to work as a black woman in tech. Great information here for underrepresented folks looking to tell what culture to prioritize,…
How to Resign from a Position
In this episode, Allie and Michelle discuss the do’s and don’ts of quitting. Leaving a job can be just as complicatetd and messy as finding one, especially for underrepresented individuals. Allie and Michelle rely on their personal experience to provide some helpful tips and insight on quitting well.
How to Be an Actionable Ally (Feat. Topher DeRosia)
In this week’s episode of Underrepresented in Tech, Allie chats with Topher DeRosia who is a developer and community volunteer. Topher’s website HeroPress is a fantastic resource for global WordPress community members. In this episode we talk about the story behind HeroPress and how people like Topher can be amazing allies.
Writing a Bio
In this episode of the Underrepresented in Tech podcast, Allie and Michelle talk about how to write a great bio. Bios are important if you are making any kind of contribution or guest appearance – at an event, on someone’s blog, on a podcast, etc. Writing a good bio isn’t rocket science, but there are…
WordPress Community (Feat. Andrea Middleton)
On this very special episode of Underrepresented in Tech, Michelle and Allie talk with Andrea Middleton who is in charge of community leadership in the WordPress open source project, employed by Automattic. We talk about community in WordPress, what it means to be a contributor, and whether or not age is a concern for new…
Dress Codes (feat. Hazel Quimpo)
In this episode, Michelle chats with Hazel Quimpo all about how dress codes affect women.
Diversity When Planning Events
In this episode, Allie and Michelle talk about diversity and representation in event organizing and nominating folks for speaking opportunities!
College vs. Open Source
In this episode of the Underrepresented in Tech podcast, Allie and Michelle discuss the belief that contributing to open source is preferable to a college experience. We talk about the merits and pitfalls of that arguement and specifically how it can affect underrepresneted people getting into tech.
Burnout
In this episode of the Underrepresented in Tech podcast, Allie and Michelle discuss burnout. What is it? Who experiences it most and why? When have we experienced it before? We touch on everything from Simone Biles to cognitive load to hiring and more.
Invisible Illnesses (feat. Allie Dye)
In this episode of the Underrepresented in Tech podcast, Michelle talks with Allie Dye of WP Valet about invisible illnessnes.
Mental Health (feat. WordFest)
In this episode of Underrepresented in Tech, Michelle chats with the team at WordFest!
Colorism
In this episode, Allie and Michelle discuss colorism, using the recent movie “In the Heights” as an example.
Juneteenth
In this episode, Allie and Michelle talk about the historic complexities of Juneteeth, their thoughts and fears about how it will be utilized as a day of celebration, and how brands and business can (or cannot) acknowledge this new federal holiday.
Gender & Pronouns in the Workplace
In this episode Allie and Michelle discuss why words matter, how to respect chosen pronouns, why gendered language doesn’t belong in the workplace, and why unwanted “terms of endearment” should never be used in technology or any other place.