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S1E10 Taming your imposter syndrome with Medium's Melissa DePuydt
Nov 25, 2024
Melissa DePuydt, Director of Engineering at Medium, shares her fascinating journey from journalism to tech. She opens up about grappling with imposter syndrome, offering insights on how storytelling can foster confidence. The conversation dives into her innovative 'Scrappy vs. Scale' management framework, highlighting the need for adaptability in leadership. Plus, Melissa reveals the unexpected lessons learned from horseback riding, emphasizing patience and communication in both riding and leadership.
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- Melissa DePuydt's transition from journalism to software engineering exemplified how communication skills can bridge diverse professional fields.
- Her Scrappy vs. Scale framework provides a strategic approach for adapting management styles to different team dynamics and environments.
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Journey into Software Engineering
Melissa Depoit's entry into software engineering began unexpectedly, stemming from her initial interest in coding while dating her now-husband, who taught her HTML and CSS. Her experience in journalism proved to be a valuable asset as she transitioned, recognizing the similarities between coding and writing as forms of communication. This realization prompted her to pursue formal training through a boot camp, ultimately aligning her coding skills with her background in editing and story crafting. The journey to becoming an engineering manager was marked by her early roles that melded her writing expertise with technical challenges.
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