Interview with Sly Gittens
Sly Gittens was introduced to me by a friend who was a guest on his Women in Technology show. When he shared his heart-centered inspiration behind the show, I knew we had to meet!
Despite growing up in a tough Brooklyn neighborhood, Sly’s upbringing - rooted in kindness and possibility - provided him with a foundation to exceed his own expectations.
For a lot of people, Sly’s success in technology would be enough. Filled with intrigue and love for his little girl, he’s going above and beyond to make a difference.
Key Takeaways:
Sly’s motivation for creating the Women in Technology show
How his show is helping women connect and progress in their careers
The world Sly wants his daughter to experience
What he learned about kindness from his parents
How his interest in computers, despite growing up in a rough neighborhood, led him to a future career in tech
How entrepreneurs from his childhood set examples for him
How he defines leadership
What Sly would like to see change in corporate
How Sly’s family helped shape his ambition and drive
Episode Resources:
Women in Technology on YouTube
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