March 8th is celebrated worldwide as International Women’s Day. This day honors the achievements of women and seeks to enlighten people about creating a gender-equal society. Here, tech leaders discuss the growing role of inclusion in breaking barriers in 2024.
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Ravit Sadeh, Senior Director of Product Management, CTERA
“Technology and I weren’t exactly besties. As a busy professional, it often felt like just another demand on my already stretched plate. But then, AI caught my eye. Suddenly, the same woman who once found tech a little too “everything, everywhere, all at once” was diving into the depths of AI, fueled by curiosity and a growing passion to learn how it could streamline my life.
What surprised me most wasn’t the sheer potential of AI but its ability to empower me beyond the realm of professional tasks. See, like many women, I struggle with the ever-present “imposter syndrome.” But what if I told you I found a solution: AI-powered personal growth coaches? No more harsh criticism, only intelligent, emotionally-aware feedback from NLP models. Imagine an AI advisor whispering words of encouragement, nudging me past writer’s block and into a creative flow. No more staring at the blank page, paralyzed by indecision.
This, in my opinion, is AI’s true power for women. It’s not just about automating tasks; it’s about amplifying our strengths, easing our burdens, and fueling our ambitions. It’s a supportive partner, a gentle nudge in the right direction, a voice that whispers, “You can do it,” when our own voice falters.
This journey I’m on, this power I’m discovering—it’s not widely spoken about, but I believe it deserves a voice.”