Write to change the world!
Write Day is the foundation of Write/Speak/Code. Starting with the most common barrier to thought leadership, ourselves, we will tackle imposter syndrome and learn to own our expertise. By diving into your knowledge and experience, you will understand why your story is valuable to the world.
Write a list of topics to write or speak about and an outline and draft of one topic.
Craft a bio that best highlights your expertise — you are an expert.
Day 1 — Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Learn
- How to overcome imposter syndrome and rule the world
- The source of credibility and how to establish it
- Powerful brainstorming exercises & outlining techniques you can use again & again
- Writing opportunities for developers & the ins and outs of technical publishing
Do
- Craft a bio & deliver it with confidence
- Frame yourself as an expert
- Generate 20+ topics you can write or speak about
- Outline a topic with a number of reusable techniques
- Draft a blog post & get feedback from peers and mentors
Solidify your expertise, Communicate effectively, Share knowledge
Each day will be tailored to the experience and expertise of each attendee and will include:
- Giving and receiving feedback from peers and experts
- Talks or panels from experienced women developers
- Group and individual workshops
- Creation of a usable prototype for the day's milestones
- A concrete, next-steps action plan
