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#372 – Simone Giertz: Queen of Sh*tty Robots, Innovative Engineering, and Design

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Essential skills in 21’th Centuries

Being self-deprecating can be a powerful tool for overcoming imposter syndrome and connecting with others. Asking questions and being curious can help overcome insecurities and inspire others to do the same. Embracing failure and humor can help overcome perfectionism and fear of judgment. Self-deprecating humor can open doors for success and humility, especially when starting out. Being a woman in a male-dominated field can require a delicate balance of attractiveness, intelligence, and self-deprecation to be taken seriously. The internet can be intimidating, but it is important to showcase accomplishments and not be afraid of failure or judgment. Self-deprecating humor can reveal intelligence and curiosity. Autobiographies may not be appealing to everyone, but there are people who would be interested in reading about someone's life.

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