I have tried in my role of being one of the first women at Google, let alone the first woman to have a baby, to really try to set the tone that this is a great place to work for diversity reasons.
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Though we do need more women to graduate with technical degrees, I always like to remind women that you don't need to have science or technology degrees to build a career in tech.
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What this quote means
A technical degree is not a requirement for a successful career in technology.
Susan Wojcicki emphasizes that while increasing the number of women graduating with technical degrees is important, it is equally crucial to recognize that there are various pathways into the tech industry. Women can pursue fulfilling careers in technology through diverse experiences and skill sets, not just formal education in science or technology.
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WomenTechnologyCareerEducationDiversity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a women in tech conference to inspire young women considering tech careers.
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