In this episode, Jamie Albaum discusses the creation of Kello Time, a timekeeping system designed to address burnout and invisible labor in organizations. She shares insights on the importance of data in understanding employee workloads, the cultural implications of timekeeping, and the need for open communication between management and staff. Jamie emphasizes the significance of taking time off for employee wellbeing and how Kello Time can help organizations manage their resources more effectively. The conversation also touches on gender dynamics in the workplace and the challenges female founders face in balancing work and personal responsibilities.More
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How a Female Founder Builds a Tech Startup During War in Ukraine with Oryna Starkina | Show notes episode 142
In this conversation, Oryna Starkina shares her journey of starting a tech company, Starksoft, during the pandemic and amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine. She discusses the unique opportunities that arose during these crises, the importance of building a distributed team for resilience, and how client relationships played a crucial role in maintaining business stability. Oryna also addresses the shift in gender roles due to the war, the rise of women in leadership positions, and the importance of mindfulness and routine in managing anxiety. She offers practical tips for startup founders on preparing for uncertainty and emphasizes the need for self-awareness and continuous learning in entrepreneurship.More
How Heart-Centered Leadership Helps Female Founders Prevent Burnout with Alice Pavin | Show notes episode 141
In this conversation, Alice Pavin and host Dirkjan Hupkes explore the intersection of well-being and entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of listening to one’s inner self, balancing mind and heart, and the role of practices like meditation and microdosing in enhancing personal growth and decision-making. They discuss the challenges faced by female founders and the need for psychological safety in the investment process, emphasizing the importance of aligning values with business goals.More
How a FemTech Pioneer Is Fixing Women’s Health Infrastructure with Ida Tin | Show notes episode 140
In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Ida Tin, the Director of the Femtech Assembly and co-founder of Clue, discusses her journey in the Femtech space, the importance of understanding women’s health, and the need for continuous hormonal data. She emphasizes the societal impact of women’s health and the economic benefits of investing in this area. Ida also highlights the ethical considerations in data privacy and the need for a community-driven approach to innovation in women’s health.More
Building An AI Company on Gratitude, Agency, and Merit with Melissa Solis | Show notes episode 139
In this engaging conversation, Melissa Solis, CEO of Inbenta, shares her inspiring journey from the insurance industry to leading a tech company that transforms data into intelligent AI solutions. She emphasizes the importance of customer partnerships, the challenges of data management, and the role of AI in creating opportunities for individuals without traditional degrees. Melissa advocates for rethinking education in the age of AI, empowering women in tech, and fostering a culture of gratitude in leadership. She also discusses the significance of merit in the workplace and the need for community support in building confidence and competence as a leader.More
Moving Beyond the Hustle as a Female Founder with Valerie Hirschhauser | Show notes episode 135
In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Valerie Hirschhauser shares her journey from the hustle culture to finding true freedom in entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges female founders face, including burnout, the pressure to prove themselves, and the importance of mentorship. Valerie emphasizes the need for intuition in leadership and the balance between profitability and purpose. She also highlights the role of investors in supporting female founders and the importance of creating a supportive ecosystem for women in business.More
Unlocking Worlds by Making Language Learning Fun with Carolina Bongers | Show notes episode 134
In episode 134 of Women Disrupting Tech, Carolina Bongers shares how she’s building Jungle the Bungle, a language learning app for young children that puts fun first. We talk about early language learning, validating ideas without technology, unexpected demand from schools, and why removing right and wrong can create better learning experiences.More
Designing The Workplace Women in Tech Actually Want with Tiffany Aude and Yoana Leusin | Show notes episode 132
In episode 132 of Women Disrupting Tech, Tiffany Aude and Yoana Leusin discuss how merit-based promotion significantly increases women’s representation in tech leadership. They emphasize the importance of clear expectations, supportive structures, and intentional allyship, urging companies to redesign systems to enable women’s success rather than perpetuating biases.More
Why Your Strategy Should Fit on a Post-It with Dorit Roest | Show notes episode 131
Dorit Roest emphasizes the need for founders to create agile strategies aligned with their personal values and business goals. Misalignment drains motivation, leading to stagnation, while clear, simple objectives maintain focus. She advocates for understanding the entrepreneur’s role in driving impactful change, urging a redefinition of success in business.More
The Founder Guide to Turning Stress into a Superpower with Andrea Christancho | Show notes episode 130
Andrea Cristancho, an entrepreneur with experience in diverse locations, emphasizes the importance of wellbeing for founders. She argues that stress should not be a burden but a tool for clarity in leadership. Her insights challenge traditional notions of persistence, advocating for self-care and honest limits as foundations for sustainable business success.More
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