#27 Rebuilding After Tragedy with Caitlin Doyle

In this emotional episode of 'Be the Wolf', Genea and guest Caitlin Doyle shares her experience of transitioning from a career as an English teacher to finding her calling in the tech industry after a personal tragedy. Those who are facing career crossroads, will find Caitlin's story relatable and inspiring as it highlights the unpredictable paths to success, the importance of self-care, and the power of mentorship and perseverance.

Caitlin's insights into navigating career transitions, dealing with loss, and ultimately finding fulfillment in tech serve as a powerful testament to resilience and reinvention.

Tune in to discover how you too can build bridges to a career that you love, even if it feels miles away from where you are now.

 

Connect with Genea:

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Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/ 

 

Connect to Caitlin:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doylecaitlin/

Organizations Caitlin works with: 

TechWomen: https://www.techwomen.org/ 

Technovation: https://technovationchallenge.org/ 

Great Place to Work (my job): https://www.greatplacetowork.com/ 

Organ Donation Resources: https://www.donatelife.net/ 

 

About Caitlin:

Caitlin started her career as an English teacher with no aspirations of working in technology. After experiencing a personal tragedy and losing her job, she stumbled upon a temp role at a tech startup, and slowly grew that two week contract into a career in Program Management. Now, Caitlin has shipped products with household names and serves as a mentor for other women in STEM. 

 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

02:09 Caitlin's Early Career Path

02:56 Challenges in the Education System

05:52 Personal Tragedy and Its Impact

07:25 Taking Time for Self-Care

17:57 Volunteering and Finding New Purpose

28:26 Transitioning to Tech

41:12 Becoming a Mentor and Leader

46:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts