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I help senior women in tech fall back in love with their careers.

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Published 2 months ago • 2 min read

Hi friend,

If I had to name the theme of the next few weeks, it’d be this:

A Little More Real.

A little messier.

A little more honest.

A little more connection.

I’ve been moving through some personal life changes that completely whammed me.

Like, full-on crying in the car kind of days (welp, that was yesterday).

And in a world of AI, scrolls, and fast-paced everything…

I’m craving what’s real.

Bring on the tears and typos.
And summon in our moments for human connection.

Are you wanting this too?

If so, here are 3 live, real-time ways we can come together this May—whether you’re navigating a pivot, questioning your path, or just want to feel a little more like you again. Like a messy, wonderful human being.

AuthenTech returns the week of May 19th

This is my 12-week group coaching experience for mid-senior women in tech who want to explore what’s next without the pressure to have it all figured out.

✨ 3 incredible women are already confirmed for the May cohort!
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They’re thoughtful, ambitious, and navigating career transitions with courage and clarity. You’ll want to meet them.
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One's a software engineer with a deep love of film, another who built a Tiki bar and is daydreaming about woodworking, and a data scientist creating beautiful visualizations at the intersection of tech + fashion. C'mon, right? They're amazing.
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If you’re craving support, community, and momentum, now is the time my friend.
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upcoming event

Product x Engineering Power Hour (April 29)

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Tension with your PM or eng team? You’re probably not the only one.

My fave, Jori (product coach), and I (engineering coach) are teaming up for a live session to help you work better together with less friction and more clarity.

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upcoming CHALLENGE

🌱 The Career Clarity Challenge (May 6–8)

I'm excited about this one! I usually run a challenge once a year and last time we did, we really really came together and made moves and connections.
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This'll be a free 3-day live experience for mid-to-senior women and non-binary folks in tech who want to get unstuck, lift the weight from their shoulders, and create movement that excites them.

We’ll reflect, experiment, and reconnect with what lights you up.
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📅 May 6–8 | 🕒 12pm PT / 3pm ET | 📍 Zoom
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Signing off a little tired, a little stoked to see you these next couple weeks, and smiling from a silly Zoom selfie.

I'm rooting for you.

Sarah

​Start With Hello is a letter of quips, tips, and stories specifically quilled for mid-senior women in tech. It’s written by Sarah, a coach, engineer, founder, and Sushi Go aficionado. Please pass this along to a friend if they’d find it meaningful AND add a little more⚡️ to your day.

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