B2. Profiles in Thriving: Black Women Strategically Transitioning into Tech

What does it look like to transition your career into the technology industry? It requires persistence and flexibility. Join us in this episode as we contemplate how to strategically prepare and navigate transitioning to corporate tech.Listen now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTubeShow NotesIn this insightful conversation, host Alicia Cyrus is joined by Simone Thomas, a seasoned digital marketing professional who outlines her non-linear career transition from the advertising industry to becoming a Product Marketing Manager at Meta. Simone shares her calculated career changes, the importance of networking, and the strategies she leveraged as the key to a successful transition. Together, their candid discussion highlights the:* value of assessing & evolving perspective on your definition of success* importance of career progression aligning with personal values* significance of mentorship & building networks* the necessity of setting boundaries & prioritizing wellbeing* benefits of staying curious & adaptable as your transition takes shapeThrough her compelling story and personal anecdotes, Simone emphasizes the importance of authenticity and flexibility in one's career path. Her insights on balancing ambition with personal well-being and staying true to one's path - despite the inevitable twists and turns - aims to inspire Black Women seeking to carve out their unique paths in transitioning to corporate tech.00:00 Introduction to Thriving In the Game01:10 Profile in Thriving: Simone Thomas02:34 Simone's Career Journey and Insights05:41 Navigating Career Transitions08:52 The Importance of Networking and Community11:41 Balancing Career and Personal Life14:45 Strategic Career Growth and Leadership24:35 Future Goals and Entrepreneurship30:15 Maintaining Health and Well-being34:12 Final Thoughts and AdviceIn this episode Simone also mentions:* 2005 Stanford Commencement Speech: Steve Jobs* Management Leadership for Tomorrow: Programs and InitiativesConnect with Simone on LinkedIn and follow her forge new paths at The Meaningful ShiftJoin our community:* TITG Newsletter* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivinginthegame/* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrivinginthegame/* Bluesky: http://@thrivinginthegame.bsky.social* If you have a comment or recommendation, DM or Email: TITG PodcastMusic by Praz Khanal from PixabaySpecial thanks to Hiwote Getaneh and the Emerging Voices Podcast Accelerator! Join her newsletter or follow her Instagram @hiwote.getaneh and @emergingvoicespod. Interested in starting your own podcast? Book a call with HiwoteProduced by Jay for Podcast Mechanic. Check out his portfolio and schedule a call at bit.ly/PodMechPro This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thrivinginthegamepodcast.substack.com