In Conversation With Jillian Funes On The Soul's Conquest about Entrepreneurship, Being the only Woman in Tech, Mentoring, and more!

Join host Madhurima Sappatti as she talks with Jillian Funes, a technical product manager at Canopy, in The Soul's Conquest podcast. Jillian shares her journey in the tech industry, including her entrepreneurial experience and how she landed her current role. They talk about the importance of taking risks and minimizing them through careful planning. The podcast also highlights the challenges that women face in the industry and ways to overcome them. Listeners are provided with valuable tips on how to determine their career path in the tech industry, such as exploring job postings, building soft skills, and finding mentors. They also discuss resources for job seekers and the importance of being adventurous and offering something in return when reaching out to potential mentors or connections. The podcast ends with a discussion on soul conquests and how pursuing certain goals can lead to greater achievements. The speakers share their passions and aspirations, including starting a community garden organization. Listeners are encouraged to not let self-doubt stop them from pursuing their dreams. With valuable advice, personal stories, and inspiring conversations, The Soul's Conquest is a must-listen for anyone interested in the tech industry and personal growth. Here is a bit more about her - Jillian is Technical Product Manager at Canopy with a decade of experience in tech. With most of her career spent as a software engineer, Jillian also dabbled in people management and entrepreneurship before making her way to product. Passionate about promoting and mentoring women in tech, Jillian brings a unique perspective and diverse skillset to the table. Connect with her on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianfunes/