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- Build confidence, gain visibility and get promoted
- Learn practical strategies in our Fast-Track to Success in Tech course
- Access mentoring and exclusive career tip sheets to stay ahead
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The 5 Non-Linear Stages of Career Progression for Women in Tech (and How to Master the Transitions)
Are you stuck at the mid-level, trying to climb a broken ladder? This article breaks down the 5 non-linear stages of career progression for women in tech, revealing why promotions require strategic leaps into influence and visibility, not just more coding skills.
The Manager vs. Sponsor Gap: Why Mentoring Isn't Enough for Women in Tech Promotions
Why aren't you getting promoted, even with a great mentor? This article reveals the critical difference between a mentor and a sponsor, explaining why true career acceleration requires active advocacy, not just advice, and how women in tech can bridge this gap.
Stop Being Overlooked: The 5 Mindset Shifts That Make Your Ideas Stick (Before You Say a Word)
Are you tired of having your brilliant ideas repeated by someone else? This post breaks down the 5 critical mindset shifts successful women use to secure visibility, get credit, and ensure their voice drives the conversation in every tech meeting.
The 3-Step Strategy Women Use to Negotiate £10k + Raises Internally (Not Just the Script)
Why Your Internal Negotiation Needs a Strategy, Not Just a Script Many high-achieving women in tech hit a "soft-skill ceiling" when it comes to internal compensation. You’re a valuable employee, you deliver results, lead projects, and often mentor others. Yet, when it comes time for a performance review or promotion, you either under-ask or fail to present your case in a way that resonates with leadership.
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Girl Geek Network is a professional platform that helps women in technology grow their careers through expert-led courses, mentoring, and community membership. We provide practical tools and support to help women overcome barriers and accelerate progression in tech.
Building on the 20-year legacy of Girl Geek Dinners, Girl Geek Network expands beyond events into structured programmes designed to create lasting change. Our flagship Fast-Track to Success in Tech course, tailored mentoring schemes, and allyship training for managers give women the skills and visibility they need to thrive. We also work with companies to improve retention, strengthen leadership pipelines, and create inclusive tech cultures.
Girl Geek Network is the next step after Girl Geek Dinners, the global community founded in 2005 to connect women in technology. While Girl Geek Dinners continues to run events worldwide, Girl Geek Network provides structured online programmes and resources to support career development.
This evolution means women can now access both the community and practical tools to tackle bias, confidence gaps, and barriers to leadership. Companies that once sponsored Girl Geek Dinners events can now partner with Girl Geek Network to provide employees with training, mentoring, and toolkits that drive inclusion and measurable business results.
Our programmes are designed for women working in technology at all stages, from early career through to senior leadership. We also support managers, HR leaders, and companies that want to retain female talent and build inclusive workplaces.
Individuals join to gain clarity, confidence, and career acceleration. Businesses work with us to strengthen teams, improve retention, and invest in their future leadership pipeline. Whether you are an engineer looking to overcome workplace bias or a manager wanting to improve allyship, Girl Geek Network provides the right path.
Our flagship programme is Fast-Track to Success in Tech, which helps women gain visibility, build confidence, and achieve promotion faster. The course addresses challenges such as imposter syndrome, workplace bias, and lack of sponsorship.
We also provide allyship training for managers, designed to help companies build supportive environments for women in tech, as well as tailored mentoring and membership packages. Together these options give both individuals and businesses a practical way to create change.
Mentoring connects women in technology with experienced professionals who provide guidance on career growth, workplace challenges, and leadership skills. It gives women the support needed to navigate complex workplace dynamics.
Mentoring at Girl Geek Network is flexible and practical. It is designed to help participants overcome confidence gaps, build visibility, and gain sponsorship within their organisations. By pairing mentees with mentors who understand the realities of the tech industry, we create trusted relationships that accelerate progress. Learn more on our mentoring page.
We focus on the issues that often hold women back in the tech industry: workplace bias, confidence gaps, lack of sponsorship, limited visibility, and slower promotion paths.
Our courses and mentoring programmes provide women with strategies to overcome these barriers while also equipping companies with training that improves retention and culture. This dual approach means both individuals and businesses benefit from change that lasts.
Members gain confidence, visibility, and a clear plan for career progression. Companies see improved retention, stronger teams, and more inclusive cultures.
Women in tech use our programmes to secure promotions, tackle imposter syndrome, and build networks that support long-term success. Companies use our resources to create allyship, improve leadership pipelines, and demonstrate real commitment to inclusion. Outcomes are measurable both for individuals and organisations.
You can join directly through this website by signing up for membership, enrolling in a course, or applying for mentoring. Membership includes access to resources, events, and our wider community.
The process is simple. Explore our women in tech or companies pages to find the right option for you, then register online. Once you join, you immediately gain access to our resources and support.
Yes. We provide training programmes, allyship resources, and strategy toolkits designed for tech managers, HR leaders, and business decision-makers.
Our resources help organisations support women in technology, improve retention, and build inclusive teams. From mini-courses on allyship to toolkits on workplace bias, everything is designed to make inclusion practical and measurable. More details are available on our companies page.