Rising Above the Gender Gap: Inspiring Words from Women Making Waves in Starship | by Annie Handrick | Starship Technologies | Mar, 2023

Written by: Liis Veersalu

In honor of today’s International Women’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of powerful quotes from Starship women who have made an impact in their fields, for our company and beyond. These quotes remind us of the strength, resilience and wisdom of women throughout history, and inspire all of us here at Starship to keep fighting for a more just and equitable world.

Despite significant progress in recent years, women remain proportionately underrepresented in the tech and startup sectors. According to a World Bank report, women make up less than a third of the global workforce in tech-related fields, and the numbers are even lower for women of color. The lack of diversity in the tech and startup sectors is a complex problem with multiple causes.

One of the challenges women face in the tech and startup industries is the lack of female role models and mentors. Women often struggle to find support and advice from other women in the field, which can make it difficult to navigate the industry and build a successful career.

Another challenge is gender bias. Research has shown that women are often undervalued and undervalued in male-dominated fields like technology. This bias can manifest itself in many ways, from unequal pay to exclusion from important decision-making processes.

However, many women are breaking through these barriers, fighting back and advocating for greater representation and inclusion in the industry, making their mark in the tech and startup world.

Our Starship women from different corners of the world are a perfect example of this. Let them be your role models and inspiration because we have collected inspirational quotes from many of them. Their lyrics remind us that women are strong, resilient and capable of achieving greatness. So let’s take a moment to reflect on their wisdom and courage as we continue to fight for a fairer and fairer world for all.

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“I’ve struggled with impostor syndrome since day one of my career. Working with impostor syndrome sometimes isn’t as simple as having a “boss mentality.” I’m 7 years into my career now and I have to constantly remind myself that if I’ve made my way into a room, I deserve to be in that room.

Andrea Martinez De Carolis, Campus Marketing Manager based in the United States

On recruitment:

“Sometimes in life you will find yourself in positions where only one of the following applies: you like the people you work with, you like the work you do, or you like your pay. We are all individuals who deserve to be celebrated, valued and challenged. It takes time to find that balance. But trust me, it’s there. If you find yourself looking for the right career trajectory, don’t settle. Be clear about your goals, express your needs, and pursue what you want. The job market is constantly changing, and now is not the time to wait for recruiters to find you. Don’t be afraid to use online resources, application platforms and your network to further your professional development.

On my goal:

“My ambition is to be known as someone who helps others. My work experience began serving others in the restaurant industry. Then I moved on to helping create financial solutions. I have also helped owners develop their local businesses. Now I help recruit strong people to help us grow our operations. The position has changed over the years, but the goal has always been clear: to be a consistent voice to advocate, inspire and help others. »

Gracie Meadows, US-Based Recruiter

Women leaders are often described as too bossy, difficult, aggressive, curious, emotional. It actually means being assertive, asking the right questions, leading with your brain and your heart. Don’t let others change or shrink you, be open to change and growth, but be honest with yourself. Patiently make courageous decisions and don’t prioritize pleasing people.

Teele Kruzman, Service and Deployment Manager based in Estonia

“Diversity of thought and experience leads to revolutionary ideas. No one ever said there was only one way to eat peanut butter. The whole point of this delicious spread is to make it your own! It’s the same with the technology industry. Innovative women have inspired me since I was little. If I can now do the same, whether with an electric screwdriver or peanut butter, count on me.

Sarah Gutierrez, US-based Robot Technician

“There is never a dull day at Starship! Being part of such an innovative company working on projects that have never been done in the world before, means that every employee feels like they are growing and growing. learning every day. This results in a group of employees who really enjoy their jobs and therefore support each other incredibly!

There are definitely times when things get tricky, like when we’re working on multiple launches on top of our daily work (which has been the case lately!), but we’re constantly improving our processes and seeing our happy customers in new cities that love their robot deliveries are always worth it!! »

Arianna Namaki, UK-based City Marketing

“Yes you can” is my girl power mantra. When things or life get tough, this mantra inspires me to keep breaking that glass ceiling and living my truth.

Quyen Huynh, US Human Resources Manager

“I grew up in Mexico for a few years. I didn’t know how hard it was to be a woman and live in fear every day, nor did I know how hard it would be to get promoted for being a woman. I hope that women can have the same rights all over the world. We deserve the same opportunities and the same respect.”

Elda Velazquez, US-based Service Team Manager

On Women’s Day last year, we shared here the stories of our two bright and very smart Starship women, Karoliina and Kaari. Check them out too!

-> Meet awesome women at Starship: Kaari writes code to help Starship achieve its goals

-> Meet Awesome Women at Starship: Karoliina Keeps Our Robot Fleet Healthy