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Being an “only” in the room, with soloprenuer and former Microsoft leader Gavriella Schuster
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“I actually think that’s the case with a lot of women...you just get used to bad behavior and you normalize it.” - Gavriella Schuster
This week, our host Carol Schultz sits down with a renowned figure in the tech industry, Gavriella Schuster. Now a solopreneur, Gavriella was formerly a longtime leader at Microsoft and continued into an extensive career in the tech industry.
Throughout her time at Microsoft, Gavriella witnessed the challenges faced by women in executive roles but found support from a few female mentors. She details what it was like at Microsoft and what led her to become an advocate for women in the workplace.
They also dive into Gavriella’s experience in joining a board as a woman, whether it be private equity or public, and the disparities women face on boards.
The episode wraps up with a breakdown of microaggressions in the workplace and actions that allies can take to lead an inclusive environment.
Be sure to tune in to this inspiring episode to learn more about Gavriella's journey and her commitment to driving diversity in the tech industry.
Learn more about Gavriella Schuster.
You can find more information on all our episodes at Vertical Elevation, and you can find Carol on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.
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Manage episode 386796178 series 2907646
“I actually think that’s the case with a lot of women...you just get used to bad behavior and you normalize it.” - Gavriella Schuster
This week, our host Carol Schultz sits down with a renowned figure in the tech industry, Gavriella Schuster. Now a solopreneur, Gavriella was formerly a longtime leader at Microsoft and continued into an extensive career in the tech industry.
Throughout her time at Microsoft, Gavriella witnessed the challenges faced by women in executive roles but found support from a few female mentors. She details what it was like at Microsoft and what led her to become an advocate for women in the workplace.
They also dive into Gavriella’s experience in joining a board as a woman, whether it be private equity or public, and the disparities women face on boards.
The episode wraps up with a breakdown of microaggressions in the workplace and actions that allies can take to lead an inclusive environment.
Be sure to tune in to this inspiring episode to learn more about Gavriella's journey and her commitment to driving diversity in the tech industry.
Learn more about Gavriella Schuster.
You can find more information on all our episodes at Vertical Elevation, and you can find Carol on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.
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