Written by Sharee Silerio
August 11, 2022

Image Credit: Whitney Curtis for The New York Times
Earlier this year, Shanae had the amazing opportunity to close out 2021 by sharing her experience as a Black woman in tech over the past 10 years with the New York Times.
In the article, she discusses her experience interviewing and negotiating her salary for roles in Boston, St. Louis, and remotely across the U.S.
She also shares tips and strategies learned over the years in hopes that it provides hope and inspiration for job seekers switching tech careers, helps those in the industry prepare for their next level, or grow their side businesses as creative founders.
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