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Insights, guides, and stories from the Talenvo team.
Job HuntingHow to Deal with Underestimation in Tech: A Personal Perspective
Being underestimated in tech can be frustrating, especially when your skills and contributions are questioned because of your experience level. This article explores how to respond without burning yourself out trying to prove others wrong. Instead, focus on what you can control: developing your skills, strengthening your mindset, and investing in your personal growth. The most meaningful validation comes from becoming better, not from meeting someone else’s expectations.
Temidayo Adefioye2 min read
Job Hunting8 Tips for Landing a Tech Job with No Prior Work Experience
Landing your first tech job can be challenging, especially when you have no prior professional experience. This article shares eight practical strategies for breaking into the tech industry, from being flexible about opportunities and building meaningful relationships to showcasing personal projects, tailoring your resume, developing a strong elevator pitch, maintaining a positive online presence, and preparing for interviews before the opportunity arrives.
Temidayo Adefioye3 min read
Artificial IntelligenceThe Hidden Bias in AI: Why People of Color Are Being Left Behind
AI is often presented as a technology built for everyone, but many AI tools still struggle with cultural nuance and representation. In this post, I explore the Western and Eurocentric biases I’ve encountered when using AI, particularly as a Black person, and why communities of colour need to play a more active role in building AI systems that reflect their experiences, cultures, and needs.
Temidayo Adefioye2 min read