Balancing Career Growth and Well-being: Sita Lakshmi's Journey in Developer Relations E148

“I've read somewhere that a small dream is a crime. I think you’ve got to push yourself constantly forward. Even when things are fine. Then that means there can be a problem: you are getting too comfortable, and you don't want to be there. You got to change it.” - Sita Lakshmi

Our guest, Sita Lakshmi Sangameswaran, is a developer relations expert. In this episode, she shares her wisdom on embracing resilience, the power of self-definition, and the importance of staying curious. 

We also dive into what developer relations really is, why it matters, and how Sita followed her curiosity to grow her career. Listen particularly to how she doesn’t wait for things to get bad before she continues to grow. 

We also discuss the beautiful balance of “too small” goals and maintaining work-life balance. Then we delve into the significance of creating a supportive community of women and the need for true change in representation and inclusivity. 

Hot topics from this episode:

• What Developer Relations is and the role in technology
• The importance of making big decisions and stepping outside of one's comfort zone
• Balancing Career Growth and Well-being
• Celebrating Brave Women and Supportive Communities

Resources: 

• Connect with Sita Lakshmi Sangameswaran on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sitalakshmi04/
• What is developer relations? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Developer_relations
• What is machine learning? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machine_learning
• What is the Shine Theory? https://www.shinetheory.com/
• Learn more about AnitaB.org and Grace Hopper Celebrate https://anitab.org/ 
• E97: The Power of Investing in the Green Zone https://pod.link/1563427212/episode/e8f735b9103c5334b052417dc3fedccf
• E33: Shine, Amplify, and Raise up Women in Tech https://pod.link/1563427212/episode/bf6a765603e90b225aa8bfb8d50276c7

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What is Build Your Brave Career for Women in Tech?

Build Your Brave Career is for women in tech who are done being overworked, overlooked, and underpaid...and are ready to change it.
If you’re experienced, capable, and tired of working harder without getting what you’ve earned, this podcast shows you how to make the strategic and tactical moves to stress less, work less, and earn more.

With each episode, you’ll learn how to build the skill of bravery so you can advocate for yourself, make smarter career decisions, and create real momentum, without losing yourself or burning out.

Nicole Trick Steinbach is your host. She is a former director who built a global tech career from the ground up, working in over 25 countries, leading large-scale transformational change projects. Nicole is now at home in both the US and Germany.

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