Hey there! I have a story to share with your audience. It's about my journey from Flint, Michigan, to the tech world, a path paved with challenges but also filled with resilience and hope. I've learned a lot about mentorship, education, and thinking big, and I'm eager to pass these lessons on to your attendees in a fun way that's easy to grasp and apply.

The Access Code: Unlock Resilience and Mindset in the Tech Industry", based on my TEDx talk, is designed exclusively for technology professionals and is a powerful metaphor for the tech industry's need for adaptability, continuous learning, and courage to embrace and share access to opportunities.

What I Teach:

Accessing Opportunities: Teach how to identify and create opportunities for growth and advancement in tech.

Importance of Education and Mentorship: Focus on the role of continuous learning and the impact of mentors in personal and professional development.

Adapting to Change and Challenges: Strategies for adapting to the dynamic tech environment and overcoming setbacks.

Entrepreneurial Thinking in Tech: Applying entrepreneurial principles like reinvestment and innovation within a tech context.

Mental Wellness and Resilience: Techniques for maintaining mental health and building resilience to thrive in high-pressure situations.

Key Takeaways:

Practical Skills for Navigating the Tech Industry: Attendees will learn how to identify opportunities, build networks, and adapt to industry changes effectively.

Growth Mindset and Resilience: Participants will understand the importance of a growth mindset and resilience, learning how to apply these concepts to their careers and daily challenges.

Entrepreneurial Skills and Mindset: Attendees will gain insights into entrepreneurial thinking and how to apply these principles to enhance their roles in tech.

Mental Wellness Strategies: They will learn strategies to maintain mental wellness, manage stress, and balance personal and professional life.

Community and Mentorship Value: Understanding the power of community, mentorship, and giving back, translating these into action steps for career and personal growth.