“One more course, and then I’ll be ready…” – how many times have you had this thought? Many women in tech keep investing in new skills, courses, and certifications – yet still feel stuck, invisible, or “not ready enough” for the next step in their careers.

In this talk, we will look beyond technical competence and explore less visible factors that often have a much stronger impact on career growth – such as self-trust, fear of visibility, internalized expectations, and the emotional effects of burnout or layoffs.

I will share common patterns I see among highly capable women and why “just improving skills” or getting more certificates is often not the real solution.

You will leave with new perspectives and simple reflection tools to better understand what is holding you back – and how to move forward in a more aligned and sustainable way.