Study tips & tricks
Believe in yourself!
Hey There!
You’re AWESOME to want to start your STEM journey! I want to share three things you can do to stay on track:
Don’t feel like you are alone. You have people around you to help you succeed.
This is your time to shine.
Hey there!
I am so excited to be taking part in this activity during Black History Month. Black Girl Code goal - to position students to secure high-powered career positions in the growing technology sector, creating a pathway for them to become the future leaders and innovators in the technology field is progressive and insightful.
Get a group of equally motivated study partners.
The best study tip I can give you is to get a group of equally motivated study partners and pick a schedule to meet weekly or as needed. This will really help you when studying for a subject you're not as comfortable with or you may need help with. Review the content before meeting with your group so you can be as proficient as possible. Take notes and ask questions and above all remain positive!!! Remember that the only option you have for yourself is success & the pathway may be difficult but well worth it!!!.
Here are some best practices that helped me.
Being a student can be stressful, I know.Between juggling classes, homework, friendships and extracurricular activities, it adds it up quickly. Please know that you’re not alone in feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious. Many students of all ages feel the same. In fact, many adults feel these ways as part of their daily lives, even though they may not be students anymore. Let’s start with accepting these feelings for what they are.
Top 5 Study Tips.
Time Management
Good Study Habits
Always Take Notes
Motivation
Commitment
Learn all that you can.
Hey there!
Congratulations on picking a STEM career. What a blessing to have this opportunity! Have fun learning everything you can in computer programming and technology. This is a wonderful opportunity in a desirable field. Learn all that you can and work hard now, so you can enjoy the benefits of your choices when you are older.
I want to share some study tips with you.
Hey there!
I have shared several study tips with him and, I wanted wanted to share some with you too. I know that you are working hard to be the best that you can be and if any of these tops help you, I would be so happy.
Make a game out of studying.
Hey there!
I just wanted to give a few study tips for my current STEM student. First tip, use flashcards for studying when it comes to quizzes and exams. The second tip, take study breaks. If you're going to be studying for an hour or more, take a break every thirty minutes. You don't want to burn yourself out. Last but not least, make it fun. Make a game out of studying. It doesn't have to be boring.
Good luck!
Your friend,
Kristen
Black Girls Code students succeed and thrive in their chosen fields.
Hey there!
Diversity and inclusion challenges can be difficult for Black Girls CODE students, but there are ways to provide support and help them overcome these challenges. Here are some suggestions:
Remember, no question is a dumb question!
Hey there!
I just wanted to take the time today to share a few study tips and give some advice on school! I know how going to school can cause a lot of different emotions and can be overwhelming at times. I just want to go over a few things that I did in school that helped me.
Good luck and be well.
Hey there TechDiva!
Thank you for reading my letter. I hope you find it helpful.
I’ve had a very rewarding career in business and technology leading a global team, serving as a vice president, Senior Information Officer and a couple other fancy titles. I definitely battled the odds as a mixed race (Asian and European) male with only an Associates degree from our local community college and struggling to find my way in my career in a very conservative industry dominated by white males.
Believe in yourself! Be BRAVE.
Hey there TechDiva!
You’re AWESOME to want to start your STEM journey! I want to share three things you can do to stay on track:
Don’t feel like you are alone. You have people around you to help you succeed.
Believe in yourself! Yes, you will be challenged on your journey. You will find a way to push through.
Be BRAVE to speak up and ask questions.
Pursuit of a career in technology.
Hey there TechDiva!
I want to encourage you to continue your pursuit of a career in technology. Technology sales has changed my life. I come from a modest background and the ability to improve myself, care for my family, and give back to those in need has all been enabled by career choice in technology. Keep learning and focus on the following areas to ensure you are prepared for the future.
Cybersecurity
Writing code
Mobile technology
AR/VR
Artificial Intelligence
CRYPTO/METAVERSE/NFTs
The best idea hasn’t been created yet.
Hey there TechDiva!
I hope this letter reaches you in great health and spirit. I am a leader in Verizon Network Operations. I want to encourage you to pursue a career in tech. During the pandemic we saw women leave jobs in large numbers to care for their families and in other cases we saw them leave corporate jobs because they may not have felt like there was a path forward for them. I am here to tell you that there are many amazing opportunities in STEM and we need you to show the world your amazing ideas. Technology is moving at a very fast pace and the best idea hasn’t been created yet I bet it can come from you. To be in STEM you need to study hard and be disciplined around problem solving, science and math. You should be inquisitive and confident that you can do anything you put your mind to. I am proud that you are a part of this program and I know it’s going to offer you the tools and support you need to be successful. I am cheering you on from my desk as I send you this note.
Future tech boss lady.
Hi TechDiva!
My name is Deb and I am a VTeamer at Verizon; a global communications technology company delivering the promise of the digital world to millions of customers every day. I’ve worked at Verizon for 16 years; I started as an agent taking phone calls and have worked hard to advance my career as a strong business woman. I have the privilege to manage a team of 15 system engineers to innovate and deploy software technology to our employees that help them do their job each day. I’m writing to you today as a young woman that may be on the fence about the tech industry to help inspire and encourage you on your journey.
Don’t be afraid to take risks.
Hey there TechDiva!
It’s exciting to choose a STEM field, there’s a lot of opportunities there, but it is a lot of hard work and long hours. Coding is a constantly evolving field and there are many new things coming out as you’re learning. College will be an exciting time but there will be challenges associated with that.
Here are some tips that I hope will be useful to you when studying:
Some lessons I have learned.
Hey there TechDiva!
I am reaching out to encourage you as you move through your journey of success in life. As an African American leader at Verizon, I have learned a lot in my career that has not only shaped who I am professionally by directly impacted my approach outside the four walls of Verizon.
Some of the lessons I have learned are as follows:
Be bold, Be brave, and Be you.
Hey there TechDiva!
Congratulations on being a game changer! You are so important to the world and everyone around you, more than you’ll ever know.
The steps that you are taking to learn about coding and technology will only open doors for you into the future. I have worked for Verizon for a little over 17 years when there was no iPhone in the world, we barely had anything that resembled a smartphone.
You only fail when you stop trying.
Hey there TechDiva!
My name is James and you have made the right choice choosing a STEM career. This field is filled with a number of roles. IT is an incredible field to get started in. There are many career paths and cool things to learn. Here are a few things I’ve learned on choosing a STEM career:
You will find a way to push through.
Hey there TechDiva!
You’re AWESOME to want to start your STEM journey! I want to share three things you can do to stay on track:
Don’t feel like you are alone. You have people around you to help you succeed.
Believe in yourself! Yes, you will be challenged on your journey. You will find a way to push through. Be BRAVE to speak up and ask questions.