Goddess of Technology
Episodes
70. Finding Love in the Digital Age [Valentine's Day Special Episode]
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Valentine’s Day, goddess! In this special podcast episode, I’m walking you through a step-by-step guide on - in case you’re ‘single and ...
69. Canva: The Australian Darling of Design
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Canva is one of the world’s most popular graphic design solutions for both individuals and businesses. Counting amongst Australia’s globally most ...
68. Building Trust in Business Relationships
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reflecting on successful business relationships in my own career, I concluded that they all have a set of common denominators - one of which is trust:...
67. Book Recommendations
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A bookworm since my childhood, I’d like to introduce you to my all-time favorite books in the fields of personal growth, health and business. In c...
66. Expectation-Setting Strategies with Yourself and Others
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Setting expectations and boundaries enables us to be in the best possible position to achieve our goals and overall, to be in a healthy and satisfied ...
65. ASMR: The Trend of Tingling Sensations
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ASMR (abbreviation for ‘Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response’) counts amongst the most popular trends, especially on social media. ASMR is commonl...
64. Teletherapy: My Personal Story with BetterHelp and TaskHuman
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
‘Mental health conditions do not exist. They’re merely a lame excuse that lazy individuals came up with, so they’re no longer required to take a...
63. Habit-Building Strategies
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From meditating daily to reducing our social media consumption – our habits can have a critical impact on our well-being, health and overall satisfa...
[Announcements] Goddess of Technology and FunkenMarie Merge Into One + Contact Form Update
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Links to the Goddess of Technology Podcast On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/goddess-of-technology/id1668465868 On Spotify: htt...
62. Job Search During the Holidays
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does job search during the holidays pay off at all? If so, how exactly can you achieve this successfully, although recruiters and hiring managers tend...
61. 'That Girl' Trend – The Dark Side of Personal Development
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling like a loser because once again, you didn't manage to get up at 5am to meditate, followed by a weight-lifting session with your personal t...
60. Career Trends in 2024
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the increasing influence of artificial intelligence on all areas of life to people's deeper need for in-person connection with each other –...
59. Career Switch to Tech from Another Industry
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You'd like to switch from another industry to tech? In this podcast episode, I'm revealing hacks on how to boost your existing knowledge, skil...
58. The Value of Just Showing Up on Bad Days
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, I'm spilling the tea about how a migraine, an eye infection and a sleepless night unexpectedly turned into sources of ins...
57. Professionalism vs. Vulnerability in the Workplace
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Recent years highlight the growing importance of allowing and displaying 'vulnerability' – alongside the rise of related buzzwords such as &...
56. From Threat to Friend: Turn A.I. Into Your Ride-or-Die
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode focuses specifically on ChatGPT and on how I've been using it as a tool in my tech career. Are you using ChatGPT yourself or ...
55. Tech Dad Jokes
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Up for some fun, light-hearted and entertaining change from our busy work lives? Here are some of my favorite tech dad jokes! You'd like to share ...
54. The Cannibal IT Technician [Halloween Special Episode]
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'Friendly, helpful, polite, well-spoken, intelligent and with a big smile on his face' – these are only some of the countless positive quali...
53. Unemployed – Now What?
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to Layoffs.fyi, a website tracking the number of layoffs in the technology industry, the total annual number of tech employees impacted as o...
52. Q&A [the_marie_logs]
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know me – your podcast host Marie – on a more personal level in this partially light-hearted and fun, partially vulnerable and philosophica...
51. Wait. I Actually Hate Working in Tech.
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, I'm uncovering the challenges of working in tech, alongside references to possible solutions. This episode is especially ...
50. Return-to-Office Strategies: From Bali to Behind the Office Desk
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Netflix is only one out of numerous organizations obliging employees to return to the office, be it on a full- or part-time basis. For a group of empl...
49. [Updates] GT Podcast Is Here to Stay + Second Podcast: FunkenMarie + New Contact Form
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back from our summer break, goddesses and gods. In this episode, I'd like to share the following key updates with you: 1) The Goddess of T...
48. Summer Break Announcement
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dear beautiful listeners, I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for having so far listened to the Goddess of Technology podcast, and for y...
47. Imposter Syndrome: How to Feel More Deserving of Success
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'Why would they choose me over the others? Look at me. Compared to them, I'm not special / not sufficiently experienced and educated / too young or to...
46. People-Pleasing: Balance Out Empath Superpowers with Unconditional Self-Love
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'I'm about to burn out! Would you please be so kind to answer this call on my behalf?' 'You have a great eye for detail! Can you please write the meet...
45. Work-Life Balance in Tech
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A casual chit-chat on how I personally charge my batteries
44. Tech Career Myths Debunked
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here are 5 of the most widely spread misconceptions about working in the technology industry.
43. Demotivated: Reignite the Spark in Your Tech Career
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lately, you've been feeling demotivated, bored and lifeless at work and you're asking yourself: 'Am I just failure or is it rather my job that I need ...
42. Unvalued and Unappreciated: Feel More Recognized at Work
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You've been constantly going the extra mile at work and yet, you don't feel seen and heard by your manager? In this episode, I'm sharing possible root...
41. Lacking Growth Opportunities with Employer: How to Reclaim Power Over Your Career
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sick and tired of the same old career for the last 5 years? Impatiently waiting to feel purpose at work again and to be able to afford more of the lif...
40. Corporate, Startup or Entrepreneurship? – Where to Expand Your Tech Career in 2023
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Based on my personal experience with all of these 3 forms – multinational technology corporations, startups and entrepreneurship – I'm enlisti...
39. Leadership Best Practices for Tech Managers
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the previous episodes, we focused on how to develop and grow our technology career as an individual contributor. However, in order to achieve this,...
38. Coaches, Mentors, Role Models and Sponsors: The Cycle of Giving and Receiving in Your Technology Career
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, we're fundamentally accountable and responsible for our own technology career. BUT what if we need knowledge that we can't google? What i...
37. Strengths-Based Approach (SBA): How it Can Help You Skyrocket Your Career Development
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, so you're told that you wouldn't be as successful as you are - if only you weren't pretty? That you're too sensitive? That you'...
36. You vs. Artificial Intelligence: Develop Skills That Can Compete with AI
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you concerned about your skills being repalced by artifical intelligence (AI)? Fear no more. This episode walks you through a set of skills that y...
35. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): Zero-Fluff Strategies for Technology Companies
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Compared to the overall private industry in the US employment market, the technology sector employs a larger share of men (64%) as opposed to women. F...
34. Life as a Woman of Color in the Male-Dominated Technology Industry [the_marie_logs]
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the 3rd episode of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) series in the Goddess of Technology (GT) podcast. In this session I'll be spil...
33. Cultural Dimensions Theory by IBM Psychologist Geert Hofstede
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the second episode of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) series within the Goddess of Technology podcast – your podcast on how to ...
32. Cross-Cultural Collaboration Between Tech Teams
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a brand-new series within the Goddess of Technology podcast: the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) series! Diversity, equity and inclu...
31. Cycle Syncing - Leverage Your Menstrual Cycle As a Productivity Tool [International Women’s Month 2023: Special Episode]
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'Cycle Syncing' is the process of adapting to the different stages of your menstrual cycle in ways which are beneficial to you and anything related to...
30. Hedy Lamarr - The Mother of WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS [International Women's Day 2023: Special Episode]
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate both International Women's Day and the Goddess of Technology's 30th podcast episode, I'd like to invite you to this special session. Meet...
29. Work Life with Sensory Processing Sensitvity (SPS) [the_marie_logs]
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'd like to invite you to an intimate storytelling session in which I'm spilling the tea about work life with Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) - t...
28. Neurodivergent People: Reinventing Tech with Mental Superpowers
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'Neurodivergent' is a non-medical term that describes people whose brains develop or work differently for different reasons. Neurodivergent people ten...
27. Burnout Prevention & Intervention in Fast-Paced, Ever-Changing Tech
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the help of the World Health Organization (WHO) and Harvard Business Review, this episode highlights burnout prevention and intervention strategi...
26. Anxiety: How to Own Your Fears at Meetings and Events
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety has been impacting a growing number of technology professionals, in these times of increased uncertainty and change. For people with anxiety t...
25. Mental Health Challenges in the Technology Industry
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
89% of tech professionals reported feeling immense pressure at work, whilst 84% claim struggling with switching off after work, according to a report ...
24. Breaking Communication Silos Between Tech Teams
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our level of success as technology professionals isn't the result of our individual contribution alone, but is strongly influenced by cross-functional...
23. Data Hygiene: How it Makes or Breaks Your Tech Career
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's make data sexy again.
22. Setting Boundaries with Customers, Managers and Peers
04 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you had enough of feeling taken advantage of? Setting boundaries is a critical skill required for tech professionals, who are known for collabora...
21. Adjusting to a New Work Environment
04 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you have just signed a new employment contract, congratulations to you, Goddess! You might now be asking yourself 'What specific actions can I take...
20. Letting Go and Resetting Tech Career Goals Following Change
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You can no longer identify with what you once referred to as your 'dream job', although you invested a lot of time and effort in it? You're feeling to...
19. Resigning from Your Tech Job in Smart Ways
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you about to resign from your tech job? If so, I'm inviting you to listen to this podcast episode first wherein I'll be revealing how to resign fr...
18. Staying vs. Resigning from Your Tech Job: Defining Decision-Making Criteria
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been doubting whether to stay in your current tech job or to resign and you've been suffering from this uncertainty, I get you and I got you...
17. Conflict Resolution Strategies
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why are conflicts between all people unavoidable? Why are they actually a good thing for us and our team mates? Why do I personally love them, whilst ...
16. Day in the Life of a Customer Success Manager (CSM) [the_marie_logs]
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Allow me to introduce you to my profession as a Customer Success Manager (CSM) in a multinational technology corporation: What are my key objevtives, ...
15. Positioning Yourself for a Tech Promotion
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a go-getter aiming to get promoted within your technology company, these strategies are dedicated to you.
14. Deciding Between Multiple Job Offers
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you one of the lucky ones needing to decide between multiple job offers? If so, these quick and dirty steps are for you.
13. Negotiating Salary and Employee Benefits in the Technology Industry
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Asking others to meet our wants and needs and leading conversations on financial topics, can be uncomfortable for any of us. If that sounds like you, ...
12. Preparing for Tech Job Interviews
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In German we say say 'Übung macht den Meister' which can literally translated as 'Practice makes the master.' The same thing applies to tech job inte...
11. My Humble Beginnings in Tech [the_marie_logs]
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the [the_marie_logs] series – the Behind the Scenes of the GT podcast. In these series, I'll be sharing some of my secret stories, emotio...
10. Resume Secrets Shared by Tech Recruiters and Hiring Managers
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step up your resume game with these 10 hands-on and efficient tips.
9. Do Cover Letters REALLY Matter to Tech Recruiters and Hiring Managers?
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you considering discarding cover letters all together doubting if recruiters and hiring managers read them at all? If so, I'm inviting you first c...
8. Building Workplace Relationships and Networking for Non-Extraverts
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Relationship building counts amongst the most fundamental and critical skills – not only to develop and grow one's career in the technology industry...
7. Personal Branding in the Technology Industry
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's elaborate on the foundation and the heart of your tech career: YOU. Here's a 5-step guide on how to develop your personal brand, in ways which w...
6. Roles Overview in Tech Companies | Focus: Top In-Demand Roles in 2023
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You're interested in working for a tech company, and in gaining a general and high-level overview of the roles in it? You're wondering which roles are...
5. Layoff Anxiety and Coping Strategies
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Layoff anxiety can be described as overwhelming fear and sense of worry about losing your job, which has been increasingly skyrocketing due to the rec...
4. 2023 Tech Career Trends and How to Leverage Them
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To kick off the new year, I'm sharing hands-on best practices with examples on how you can leverage the tech career trends of 2023.
3. Productivity Techniques
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to physicist and Ivy League professor Barabási, 'time is our most valuable non-renewable resource, and if we want to treat it with respect,...
2. Goal-Setting Strategies for Tech Professionals
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Allow me to walk you through a step-by-step guide on goal setting, from identifying, documenting over to executing and tracking them.
1. Welcome to the GT Podcast
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm inviting you to learn more about the Goddess of Technology (GT) podcast and about me, your podcast host Marie. It's a pleasure meeting you, Goddes...