Handling objections and strengthening women in tech - Kelly Flowers | E2

Kelly Flowers is the CEO of Women Leading Technology. She bridges the diversity, equity, and inclusion gap in communities around the world, through STEAAM education and empowerment for women and girls. She has received multiple awards and recognitions for her work, such as the Women in Technology award from the Dallas Business Journal and the Mission Critical Magazine. She is passionate about creating a circle of service and a true sisterhood for women leading technology.Connect with Kelly Flowers on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellylflowersWant to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates, and a free guide and 1-hour training: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletterConnect with Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan00:00 Intro00:55 Guest Introduction Kelly Flowers01:30 Women Leading Technology Mission02:07 What is the hardest lesson in building a community?03:55 Why hands on experience is important?04:48 Architecture for Girls05:05 Why Pre-K?10:24 Embracing Femininity in Tech13:38 CG Infinity 14:45 Success and Struggles of Building a Community17:15 Is asking for help a sign of weakness?17:50 Do you have doubts and fears about your goals? 19:23 When you educate a girl, you educate 7 generations20:30 3 Leadership Tips22:45 What kind of legacy you want to leave behind?23:57 Tech CXO Excellence Program25:37 Outro