Glowing in Tech is a weekly podcast between two black women software engineers, exploring how to thrive whilst navigating the tech space and encourage more people from diverse backgrounds to level up in their careers.

Hosted by our award-winning co-founders Jessie Auguste, a backend software engineer at CybSafe, and Amber Shad, a frontend software engineer, also at CybSafe.

In our second episode with SalesForce solutions engineer, Keseana Robinson, we discussed the importance of perspective in the tech industry. From learning from others to bouncing back when things go wrong, Keseana’s mindset towards her career development is all about the journey and setting realistic expectations for yourself.

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Episode Summary

Glowing in Tech is a weekly podcast between two black women software engineers and guests. We explore how to thrive whilst navigating the tech space and encourage more people from diverse backgrounds to level up in their careers.  Today’s podcast is hosted by our award-winning co-founders Jessie Auguste, a backend software engineer at CybSafe, and Amber Shand, a frontend software engineer, also at CybSafe.

On this episode of Glowing in Tech, we welcomed back Keseana Robinson, a SalesForce solutions engineer.  She started at SalesForce in September 2020 as part of their apprenticeship program. Her role includes working closely with clients to develop tailored solutions and showcasing the capabilities of the company’s cloud product portfolio.  She has particular focus as a Boldforce Philanthropic Lead, working with not-for-profits across the region.

Keseana shares her top tips in demoing and how she has been able to keep her cool and maintain her composure in demos and bouncing back when things go wrong. Taking yourself out of your comfort zone is Keseana’s number one priority in tech as well as thriving in a good work environment with a collaborative, supportive workplace.

Glowing in Tech is sponsored by Makers, creating a new generation of tech talent who are skilled and ready for the changing world of work.

HIGHLIGHTS

Tips for making sure a demo runs smoothly (00:00:55) (Spotify Link)

Breathe, step back, and go again (00:03:45) (Spotify Link)

Take advantage of a collaborative work environment (00:05:05) (Spotify Link)

A smile makes all the difference (00:06:20) (Spotify Link)

Those days where “nothings works” (00:07:09) (Spotify Link)

You can fail and be vulnerable (00:08:40) (Spotify Link)

50% of Gen Z expects a promotion every 18 months (00:09:23) (Spotify Link)