Learning to lead: my remote-work journey from software engineer to senior executive

A whole range of fulfilling remote careers are possible, although it can be a daunting new world to navigate - as Katie well knows, when she entered the world of going to work in her pajamas. She even has a formal Pajama Suit! But it’s not all fleece and flannel. Katie Womersley, VP Engineering at Buffer, will share how she built a successful remote career and expanded her leadership position from software engineer to startup executive. Katie will dive in to what she learned at each stage of her career with practical tips on how to transition into remote work, and kick your career into high gear.

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1. Learning to Lead
 My remote-work journey from software engineer to senior executive Katie Womersley @katie_womers
2. Photo by Kaspars Grinvalds on Fotolia
3. Photo by Arif Riyanto on Unsplash
5. @katie_womers
6. Photo by rawpixel on Unsplash Your Network is your Net Worth
7. @katie_womers Remote Job Boards • alist.co • remotive.io • goremote.io • remoteok.io • weworkremotely.com
8. @katie_womers Smart Questions to Ask • How many people are remote? • Are any managers remote? • How does team communication work? • Results only, or certain hours?
9. https://www.newyorker.com/cartoon/a20805
11. @katie_womers “Hey! I’ve been following your work and really admire specific thing about you. Can I chat to you about what it’s like to do that cool thing at dream company?”
12. Photo by bruce mars from Pexels
13. Thanks! Katie Womersley @katie_womers