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EMPOWER PEOPLE AROUND YOU AND THEY'LL EMPOWER YOU.
Vânia Gonçalves
VÂNIA IN A NUTSHELL
Research Manager
Cloudflare
area of expertise
Information Technology (Cyber) Security Portugal 🇵🇹
companies Vânia has worked for
VÂNIA AS A LEADER
Vânia defines success as the fulfillment of one's vision and mission while maintaining alignment with personal values. Her success stems from focusing energy on what truly matters to her—her passion for empowering women in tech.
Leadership is not about performance.
Great Leaders are empathetic and kind.
The future of leadership is in respecting everyone's individuality.
When I think of a leader, I think of collaboration.
LEADERSHIP IS AN ACT OF SERVICE. BE CURIOUS, CONFIDENT, AND COURAGEOUS.
Vânia Gonçalves
VÂNIA ON NAVIGATING WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Vânia emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and mental health. She credits her improved work-life balance to daily meditation, regular exercise, and taking at least one day off during the weekend. By setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care, she manages stress effectively and maintains her overall well-being. This balance allows her to perform optimally both personally and professionally, serving as a role model for her team and community.
VÂNIA ON EMPOWERING WOMEN IN TECH
Vânia actively supports the next generation of women leaders in technology through initiatives like Geek Girls Portugal and Womenflare. She believes in sharing knowledge, experiences, and encouraging self-reflection among women to help them grow and succeed in their careers. By fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual support, Vânia is dedicated to reducing gender inequality and promoting diversity in the tech industry. Her commitment to empowering women is a testament to her leadership philosophy of doing well by doing good.
MY JOURNEY HAS TAUGHT ME ADAPTABILITY, EMPATHY, AND RESILIENCE, ALLOWING ME TO BE A BETTER LISTENER AND COLLABORATOR.
Vânia on becoming a better leader
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