Not Designed for You.. How Women Empower in Tech

Achieve success in a system built by men, for men. It's no secret that the technology industry was not designed for women to succeed. Having risen her career path from telemarketer to technology executive, author Kay Kronthaler Williams knows firsthand how to guide women as they confront sexism, racism, ageism, and other discriminatory behaviors that continue to shape America's corporate world. For women, this means navigating an environment that was never designed to include or support us. It is difficult to know how to respond to the mistreatment and verbal attacks that many women face at work. Speaking out may run the risk of being labeled as “overly sensitive” or “difficult to deal with,” and you lose more than you gain. Silence and tolerance to avoid causing problems are possible, but at what cost? In her book "It's Not Your Making"_, Kronthaler-Williams shares her personal experiences and real-life stories to expose biases that create barriers, and offers techniques for raising awareness, finding support, and challenging the status quo. Discover the right words, strategic tools to use, legal policies to consider, and tactics to: • Highlight the reality of bias, discrimination, and harassment that women face in technology. • Overcome obstacles as you grow, advance and gain recognition in your career. • Support each other in the rooms where decisions are made – and where representation matters most. • Demand more than mere virtue-pretending and insist on action that leads to lasting change. • Advocate for policies that prevent harm, support equality, and hold organizations accountable. Whether you have personally experienced discrimination or want to be part of the solution for others, this book equips you with the knowledge and confidence needed to confront bias, highlight diverse voices, and contribute to building a more inclusive work environment. "Not for You" gives you the clarity and confidence needed to succeed, and to be seen, heard, and valued as equals.