Tech Girl Happy Hour
Grab a drink and join Mel and Marissa as they chit the chat about navigating life as a young woman working in tech!
Episodes
47 episodes
TGHH 47: Fitness
Mel and Marissa have each come a long way in their respective fitness journeys! Mel has recently gotten really into strength training, and is now a self proclaimed "gym rat", while Marissa has found her stride in loving her cardio routine. Join...
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Episode 47
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43:27
TGHH 46: Stress
Today we discuss stress, the good and the bad. Things can feel really complicated in our 20s, as our careers ramp up and more personal responsibilities land on our plates, but we'll help you with the tips on preventing and managing stress to ma...
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32:39
TGHH 45: Negotiations
Negotiating a job offer can often feel so scary and awkward, but it's an important skill to hone that can make a huge difference in what you're taking home in your new role. This week, join us as we discuss our tips and tricks, do's and don'ts ...
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Episode 45
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37:39
TGHH 44: Dating
Join us this week for a spicier episode than usual as we talk about dating! In this episode, we break down the struggles and learnings from our dating experiences in tech cities in our mid twenties.
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Episode 44
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38:16
TGHH 43: Performance Reviews Demystified
Ah the dreaded performance review and peer feedback cycle, a very important time of year that we all seem to dislike. In this episode, we tackle how to prep for reviews, tips on writing good reviews, and moving forward after results come out, t...
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Episode 43
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39:07
TGHH 42: Looking Ahead to 2022 Reflection
We’re back! In this episode we look ahead on 2022. Join us as we discuss our predictions for the year and share our tips for planning (or not planning) your goals for the year.
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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35:53
TGHH 41: FAANG Demystified
FAANG companies are often known in the tech world as the most exclusive companies to work at. Are these companies really worth the hype? Join us this week as we talk about our experiences at FAANG and give you the inside scoop on the good, the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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50:54
TGHH 40: Work From Home Revisited
We didn’t see it coming but it’s been over a year of working from home! We’ve settled into our routines and we’ve seen a big shift in tech embracing remote work. Join us this week as we reflect on remote work since Episode 1 and discuss changes...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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41:57
TGHH 39: Having Difficult Conversations
Do you dread the thought of having a hard conversation? Whether it's confronting a friend about a conflict, asking your manager for a promotion, or breaking some difficult news to your family, there are a lot of situations where finding the rig...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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34:31
TGHH 38: Being "That Girl"
“That girl”. You’ve seen her on TikTok and Instagram — she has her life totally together, is always super productive, works out every day, makes an IG-worthy breakfast, practices self care, and somehow still finds time to socialize between it a...
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39:25
TGHH 37: Data Scientist AMA
Welcome back to our career deep dive series! Ever wondered what a career as a Data Scientist is like? Join us this week as we interview our friend and guest Meera on life in this exciting hot new field. We'll discuss how to start a career in da...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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37:02
TGHH 36: Work & Vacation
Taking time away from our full-time jobs can be unexpectedly stressful, making us less likely to take the time we need to rest and recover. Vacation is meant to be relaxing and restorative, and with a bit of strategy, we hope to keep it that wa...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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43:35
TGHH 35: Hot Girl Summer Reflection
We’re coming to the end of hot girl summer, post-vax summer, whatever you want to call it. It’s been truly a unique summer for the books. Join us this week as we reflect on how the summer has gone and look towards fresh fall beginnings....
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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32:31
TGHH 34: Being a Trans Woman in Tech
This week, our good friend Veronica joins us as a special guest to share her unique perspective as a trans woman in tech. She'll share her insights, experiences, and advice on navigating the tech workplace, both for other trans people and for a...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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37:23
TGHH 33: Taking an Active Role in Relationships
As we get older, the harder it feels to keep up with friends and sustain our relationships. Whether you're frustrated by always being the planner of the group or feeling lost about who your friends are, join us this week as we dig into the impo...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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39:43
TGHH 32: Overcoming Fear
Fear and anxiety are feelings that can freeze us in our tracks and stop us from chasing our dreams, but can also be important motivators in achieving progress. Join us this week as we discuss the role of fear in the workplace and in our persona...
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Episode 32
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36:51
TGHH 31: Meal Prep
Eating well fuels a good work week, but how do we prepare for a week of meal prep success? Join us this week as we discuss different meal prep strategies, and tips on staying nourished while balancing a busy schedule of work and life.
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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39:43
TGHH 30: When S*** Hits the Fan
Sometimes work is just a dumpster fire and the hours are long and the stress is high. Join us this week as we discuss how to cope during those tough times at work and make the craziness a bit more bearable.
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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34:28
TGHH 29: Sleep Hygiene
Sleep! It's a beautiful thing. But unfortunately the perfect night of rest often eludes even the best of us. Join us this week as we discuss healthy habits and tips to get a good night's rest!
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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41:26
TGHH 28: Effective Meetings
Being able to run effective meetings is one of the core skills of a tech job. While it seems simple at first, there's a lot that goes into running a great meeting from start to finish! Join us this week as we break down the steps on how to ace ...
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Episode 28
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37:25
TGHH 27: Resiliency
What does it mean to be a resilient person? Certainly this past year has really been a test of our collective resilience. Join us this week as we share our personal journeys in developing our resilience, and talk about ways to build up that gri...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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25:15
TGHH 26: Procrastination
This week we talk about putting things off in work, school and our personal lives. Come join us as we discuss procrastination in our everyday lives and tips on how to fight it!
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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29:30
TGHH 25: Networking
Networking often brings feelings of discomfort and awkwardness. We know we have often dreaded meeting people at career fairs! But it doesn’t have to be so bad. Join us this week as we discuss tips on how to turn this chore into a painless part ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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25:45