How to build your network in tech community with Tracy Lee - Fireside Chats with Shruti Kapoor
In this episode of Fireside Chats, host Shruti Kapoor interviews Tracy Lee, the CEO of This.Labs, about her journey in the tech industry. Tracy shares how she got started in tech through building a community around JavaScript and attending meetups. She also talks about her experience attending a bootcamp and the importance of being engaged and committed to learning. Tracy discusses the success of her company, This Dot Labs, and how she built a strong community by listening to others and being genuine. She shares a personal struggle she faced in a past relationship and how it taught her resilience and the importance of perspective. Tracy offers advice for those looking to build a community and emphasizes the power of networking and sharing on platforms like Twitter. The conversation concludes with a reminder to keep trying and maintain a positive attitude in the face of challenges.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
04:22 Attending a Bootcamp and the Importance of Commitment
07:21 Advice for Bootcamp Graduates and Making the Most of the Experience
09:02 The Power of Networking and Sharing on Twitter
12:49 Building a Successful Company and Working with High-Tech Companies
25:37 Overcoming Struggles and Gaining Perspective
31:42 Final Advice: Keep Trying and Maintain a Positive Attitude
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