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Business Growth Architect Show: Founders of the FutureEp #160: Dagna Bieda: Are You a High Achiever But Still Feel Like an Imposter?Had an AHA or Insight? Share it:Your thoughts shape your reality—but are they working for you or against you? Brain optimization coach Dagna Bieda reveals how to identify your brain code and reprogram your mind for success, resilience, and confidence. Recode negative patterns, take control of your mindset, and turn challenges into opportunities.Your mind is like a computer, running on programs that were installed long before you had awareness of the idea of patterns. We all have behavior and believe patterns but what if some of those programs—your thoughts, beliefs, and...2025-02-1731 min
Mindset MavericksStuck in Your Career? Reprogram Your Mind & Break FreeWhat if everything you’ve been told about success is wrong?Most people believe that working harder, learning more, or getting better skills is the key to success. But what if the real problem isn’t your ability—it’s your mindset?In this episode, career coach & ex-software engineer Dagna Bieda shares how she went from burnout and imposter syndrome to rewiring her brain like software—completely transforming her career and life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or held back by self-doubt, this episode will give you the exact mental reprogramming techniques to break free.2025-02-1745 min
Coding ChatsRefactoring your brain as a software engineer to improve communication, collaboration and get promotedCoding Chats Episode 15 - John talks to Dagna Bieda about refactoring your brain as a software engineer to improve your soft skills (such as communication and collaboration) and market yourself and your achievements to get promoted.
Links:
Dagna's LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda/
Dagna's Substack: https://themindfuldev.substack.com/
Brain Refactor: https://amazon.com/dp/B0DB6C82ZN
John's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncrickett/
John’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johncrickett
John's Twitter: https://x.com/johncrickett
John's Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/johncrickett.bsky.social
Check out John's software engineering related newsletters:
Co...2025-02-061h 02
The 2wo-Ace Podcast50: Neural Reprogramming And A Psychedelic Journey (ft. Dagna Bieda)Are you interested in how and why your brain works?
It is coded just like a computer. The start of your life consists of some deep programming and in order to truly understand yourself you must dive deep into this neural code.
JOin Dagna and I in this episode where we explore the ways in which you can understand your brain and reprogramme your mind for an optimised life
This episode also contain a story of a legal psychedelic journey which helped shape Dagna's life. 2025-01-101h 01
Is Your Way In Your Way?The Value of Reaching for Your PotentialSend us a textJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Dagna Bieda, a former control engineer and software developer who transformed her career into empowerment and inspiration as a career coach. Dagna's unique journey from solving intellectual puzzles as a child to breaking barriers in the STEM field is nothing short of remarkable. She shares her personal experiences of burnout and how she found fulfillment by shifting gears to help others reprogram their mindsets, especially women and individuals from diverse backgrounds striving for success in tech.We unpack the secrets to reaching your potential...2024-12-1753 min
The Unstuck Movement with Rob Z WentzThe Brain Code: Reprogramming the Mind for Success w/ Dagna BiedaHow can your brain be rewired for unstoppable success? This episode is with Dagna Bieda, an expert who shares how these methods have empowered her transformation and shaped her mission to make a lasting impact on the world.
Dagna is an Engineer turned Coach for ambitious professionals in Tech. She has transitioned from programming computers to reprogramming human minds. Her book Brain Refactor is a recognized Amazon bestseller, helping professionals optimize their internal programming to thrive in tech.
🔑Rob Z Wentz is a Leadership Communication Expert. Rob teaches, trains, and develops people and organizations to bec...2024-12-1339 min
Everything is PersonalBurnout, Perfectionism, and the Hard Work Bias: A Personal Transformation StoryIn this episode of Everything is Personal, Len May dives deep into the art of reprogramming the mind with guest Dagna Bieda, a transformational coach and former software engineer. Dagna shares her journey from growing up in rural Poland to achieving a successful career in the U.S. and her personal battles with burnout, cultural transitions, and imposter syndrome. She unpacks how cultural conditioning and societal norms shape our definition of success, and why reprogramming your mindset is essential for overcoming internal barriers.
This episode explores the intersection of engineering mindsets and human connection, with Dagna explaining why technical professionals...2024-12-091h 11
Testando na Gringa#29 Retrospectiva 2024, com Alekson e WalmyrNo décimo primeiro episódio de 2024 do podcast Testando na Gringa, Alekson e Walmyr trouxeram dados gerados pelo Spotify for Creators sobre o desempenho do podcast no ano que se encerra, além de algumas conquistas e planos futuros.
Aproveite para se conectar conosco!
Alekson https://www.linkedin.com/in/alekson/
Walmyr https://www.linkedin.com/in/walmyr-lima-e-silva-filho/
Dica de livro - Brain Refactor, de Dagna Bieda: https://a.co/d/bdtKItA2024-12-081h 04
Coaching In Session | Mastering Mindset and Personal GrowthTransforming Tech Careers: Coaching for Ambitious Professionals in the Tech Industry with Dagna Bieda | Coaching In Session Ep.515In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with Dagna Bieda, an engineer turned coach who specializes in empowering ambitious professionals in the tech industry. Dagna shares her transformative approach to coaching, helping individuals navigate career challenges, personal growth, and overcoming obstacles to succeed in the tech world. With a unique blend of technical expertise and coaching experience, Dagna offers invaluable insights on how professionals can unlock their full potential, improve their mindset, and create long-term success in an ever-evolving industry. If you’re a tech professional looking to elevate your...2024-11-1535 min
From a Woman to a LeaderReprogram Your Mind for Career Success: Dagna Bieda on Beating Self-Doubt and Thriving in TechHave you ever felt held back by imposter syndrome or stuck in a burnout cycle?
In this episode, I’m joined by Dagna Bieda, an engineer turned career coach, who reveals how to reprogram your mental “code” for success.
Dagna shares her unique “Brain Refactor” approach to help ambitious professionals like you debug the negative thought patterns that keep you from achieving your true potential. We talk about breaking free from imposter syndrome, overcoming burnout, and mastering the art of effective communication. Whether you’re aiming for a leadership role, struggling to gain recogniti...2024-10-3036 min
The Season of Self LoveReprogramming Your Mind for Balance and Success with Dagna BiedaWelcome back to The Season of Self-Love podcast! In today’s episode, host Nyomi Banks sits down with the incredible Dagna Bieda, a former engineer turned coach, who shares her journey from coding to coaching and reveals the secrets to finding balance in demanding careers, especially within the tech industry. Together, they explore how to prevent burnout, overcome imposter syndrome, and reprogram your mind for success.Dagna talks about her personal experience with burnout, how therapy and neurofeedback changed her life, and her passion for helping tech professionals unlock their full potential. Nyomi and Dagna also dive into key strategies fr...2024-10-2946 min
Dev Leader PodcastHow To Refactor Your Brain - Interview With Dagna BiedaSoftware engineers are no strangers to tech debt and the power of refactoring.
But what if you could refactor your brain?
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dagna Bieda to go over just that! We discussed some awesome passages from her new book, Brain Refactor!
From burnout to imposter syndrome to all things software engineering, hear about how you can clean up some of the legacy code that controls how you think.
Thanks for this awesome chat...2024-10-2100 min
I Date MoneyRefactor Your Brain to Reach Your Full Potential with Dagna BiedaIt doesn’t matter how much money you have, it’s what you do with it! Today’s guest on the podcast is showing us just how true that is. Dagna Bieda is a is an Engineer turned Coach for Engineers and ambitious professionals in tech. With 10+ years of coding experience and coaching since 2019, she’s the tough love, “been in your shoes” kinda Coach. Her clients' backgrounds include a spectrum ranging from ICs to CTOs, from small startups to FAANG+ companies, from 2 to 20+ years of experience, and from self-taught devs through career-changing Bootcamp grads to college gr...2024-10-1731 min
Talk of the WeekBrain Refactor: Optimize Your Internal Code To Thrive in Tech & Engineering with Dagna BiedaShow notes: Brain Refactor: Optimize Your Internal Code To Thrive in Tech & Engineering with Dagna Bieda2024-10-1435 min
Podcast Ruined by a Software EngineerHow to Refactor Your Brain and Excel in Tech with Dagna Bieda | Ep. 49Dagna Bieda is an engineer turned coach for engineers and author of the book Brain Refactor.Listen to Dagna talk about when she helped build emergency notifications technology to alert people during natural disasters, the impactful mentors she had during her career, how she creates frameworks to help individuals in tech achieve more in their career and much more. Hosted by Perry Tiu.Episode Links:• Brain Refactor Book: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Refactor-Engineering-Fulfillment-Opportunities/dp/B0DB69G798• Dagna's Website: https://www.themindfuldev.com• Dagna's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda—2024-10-111h 11
TestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastBrain Refactor: Optimize Your Internal Code To Thrive in Tech & Engineering with Dagna BiedaWelcome to another fantastic session of the DevOps Toolchain podcast! Today, we have a genuinely transformative episode lined up for you. Dagna Bieda joins us; an engineer turned career coach who shares her journey from coding to guiding tech professionals toward impactful career transformations. In this episode, Dagna reveals her unique approach to identifying and bridging skill gaps. She mainly focuses on the often-overlooked yet pivotal soft skills imperative for career advancement in roles like staff engineer, architect, and CTO. We'll delve into her strategies for tackling burnout, overcoming impostor syndrome, and setting essential personal boundaries derived f...2024-10-0235 min
Wickedly Smart WomenBrain Refactor with Dagna Bieda - Ep.292In this enlightening episode of the Wickedly Smart Women Podcast, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with the innovative and inspiring Dagna Bieda. Dagna shares her journey from a promising engineer in robotics to a transformative coach for tech professionals. With over 10 years of coding experience, Dagna discusses her transition into coaching, where she now helps individuals reprogram their minds for success. Listeners will hear Dagna's unique approach to financial planning, which includes living off one salary and investing the other into lucrative Airbnb properties. She explains how these investments generate passive income, contributing to her financial...2024-10-0230 min
Learn or Be Learned118. My MIND Got a REBOOT?! Insights into Psychedelics and Neural Processes ft. Dagna BiedaWhat happens when you leave behind the security of a stable career to chase something deeper—driven by passion and purpose? In this episode, a woman shares her courageous leap from a predictable path into the unknown. She reveals how she rewired her mindset, faced her doubts, and unlocked her full potential.
Through moments of struggle and growth, she learned to treat her mind like software—debugging old beliefs and upgrading her thinking to align with her dreams. Her story is a testament to the power of transformation and the importance of mastering your mindset to build a life fill...2024-09-3039 min
You're Worthless. Read that again. The Juxtaposition of Your Very SoulS1 #137 Reprogramming the Mind: Dagna Bieda on Neurofeedback, Mental Health, and Personal TransformationWho is our guest?
DAGNA is an Engineer turned Coach for Engineers and ambitious professionals in tech.
With 10+ years of coding experience and coaching since 2019, she’s the tough love, “been in your shoes” kinda Coach.
Her clients' backgrounds include a spectrum ranging from ICs to CTOs, from small startups to FAANG+ companies, from 2 to 20+ years of experience, and from self-taught devs through career-changing Bootcamp grads to college grads and PhDs.
She helps her clients reach their potential and exciti...2024-09-2449 min
Tech Lead Journal#192 - Brain Refactoring: Overcoming Your Common Bugs & Obstacles in Tech Career - Dagna Bieda“The four common obstacles that are stopping engineers in progressing in their journey are the imposter syndrome, burnout, trouble dealing with other people, and self marketing struggles."
Dagna Bieda is an engineer turned coach and the author of “Brain Refactor”. In this episode, Dagna discusses the common obstacles that prevent engineers from progressing in their careers. She also introduces her latest book, “Brain Refactor,” which offers strategies for overcoming these obstacles and achieving success in tech.
Dagna emphasizes the importance of understanding our “legacy mental code” and how it can impact our career growth. She outlines an al...2024-09-231h 00Talk of the WeekEpisode 208: Brain Refactor w/ Dagna BiedaShow notes: Episode 208: Brain Refactor w/ Dagna Bieda2024-09-1955 min
Play Big Faster Podcast#164: Hacking Your Brain for Success | Dagna BiedaIn this episode of the Play Big Faster Podcast, we dive deep into the world of burnout, imposter syndrome, and career stagnation with engineer-turned-coach Dagna Bieda. Dagna shares her personal journey of overcoming these challenges and offers actionable strategies to help ambitious professionals in tech achieve their goals.
Discover how to:
Identify and address the signs of burnout before it's too late.
Overcome imposter syndrome and believe in your abilities.
Navigate career challenges and land your dream job.
Optimize your brain for peak performance through software and hardware updates.
Leverage the power of coaching to unlock...2024-09-1900 min
Play Big Faster Podcast#164: Hacking Your Brain for Success | Dagna BiedaIn this episode of the Play Big Faster Podcast, we dive deep into the world of burnout, imposter syndrome, and career stagnation with engineer-turned-coach Dagna Bieda. Dagna shares her personal journey of overcoming these challenges and offers actionable strategies to help ambitious professionals in tech achieve their goals. Discover how to: Identify and address the signs of burnout before it's too late. Overcome imposter syndrome and believe in your abilities. Navigate career challenges and land your dream job. Optimize your brain for peak performance through software and hardware updates. Leverage the power of coaching to unlock...2024-09-1918 min
Play Big Faster Podcast#164: Hacking Your Brain for Success | Dagna BiedaIn this episode of the Play Big Faster Podcast, we dive deep into the world of burnout, imposter syndrome, and career stagnation with engineer-turned-coach Dagna Bieda. Dagna shares her personal journey of overcoming these challenges and offers actionable strategies to help ambitious professionals in tech achieve their goals. Discover how to: Identify and address the signs of burnout before it's too late. Overcome imposter syndrome and believe in your abilities. Navigate career challenges and land your dream job. Optimize your brain for peak performance through software and hardware updates. Leverage the power of coaching to unlock your full potential. Whether...2024-09-1918 min
Eye of PowerProgramming Our Brain to Set Ourselves Free with Dagna BiedaTom speaks with Dagna Bieda, an Engineer turned Coach for Engineers and ambitious professionals in tech. They cover Dagna's technological, logical, and practical approach to professional and personal development. With 10+ years of coding experience and coaching since 2019, she’s the tough love, “been in your shoes” kinda Coach. Her clients' backgrounds include a spectrum ranging from ICs to CTOs, from small startups to FAANG+ companies, from 2 to 20+ years of experience, and from self-taught devs through career-changing Bootcamp grads to college grads and PhDs.She helps...2024-09-1752 min
The Mindful LivingFrom Code to Coaching: Dagna Bieda’s Journey to Mental Health MasteryEpisode Summary
In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, host Sana sits down with Dagna Bieda, a former engineer turned mental health coach, to explore her transition from the tech world to coaching. Dagna opens up about her struggles with burnout and postpartum depression, which ultimately led her to a path of healing and personal growth. Together, Sana and Dagna discuss the widespread issue of burnout in the tech industry, the tools that support mental well-being, and the potential of psychedelic experiences in personal transformation. Dagna also introduces her upcoming book, Brain Refactor, which uses programming...2024-09-1639 min
AB TestingEpisode 208: Brain Refactor w/ Dagna BiedaThe wonderful Dagna Bieda joins us to talk about her new book, Brain Refactor.
Buy the book at https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Refactor-Engineering-Fulfillment-Opportunities/dp/B0DB69G798/ and learn more about Dagna at https://www.themindfuldev.com/2024-09-0855 min
Now Tell Us podcastGetting Past the Imposter Syndrome - Dagna BiedaDagna moved from programming computers as a Software Engineer to re-programming human minds as a Coach.
In her book Brain Refactor, she talks about how the human mind is similar to computer software and how to reprogram it to overcome Imposter Syndrome, burnout, trouble dealing with other people, and self-marketing struggles (backed by science and her client’s case studies).
For more, go to https://www.themindfuldev.com/2024-09-0532 min
Develop Yourself#167 - Imposter Syndrome, Mental Resilience, and the Science Behind Psychedelics: A Developer’s GuideIn this interview, Dagna Bieda, an accomplished software engineer and author of "Brain Refactor", shares how she struggled with communication as a developer and how she had to "refactor" her own mindset to reach the next level in her career as well as:Common pitfalls that most software engineers make in their careerWhy "mindset" is more than a fluffy buzzwordMarketing yourself as a developerPsychedelics?!This convo took a turn I never expected 😅.📖 Get her book here💼 Connect with Dagna on LinkedIn 🧠 Finally, here's a link to the article we mention during the show....2024-09-0344 min
Financial Freedom and Wealth Trailblazers PodcastYour Brain is Like Code with Dagna Bieda
Welcome to the Financial Freedom & Wealth Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we’ll dive into the fascinating parallels between coding and cognitive function, and explore how you can start reprogramming your mind to unlock your full potential.
Dagna is an Engineer turned Coach for Engineers and ambitious professionals in tech. With 10+ years of coding experience and coaching since 2019, she’s the tough love, “been in your shoes” kinda Coach. Her clients' backgrounds include a spectrum ranging from ICs to CTOs, from small startups to FAANG+ companies, from 2 to 20+ years of experience, and from self-taught devs thro...2024-08-1613 min
Speaking and Communicating PodcastCommunication Skills For Engineers w/ Dagna BiedaAre you an engineer or tech professional who struggles to get their ideas across?Do you experience your brilliance being undermined?Meet Dagna Bieda!Dagna is the CEO & Founder of "Been In Your Shoes" Coaching. She is an Engineer turned Career Coach. She makes her clients realize that improving their soft (but essential) skills and shifting their perspective can result in a more fulfilling career with more $$$ that they deserve.Dagna helps Engineers in Tech get recognized, move up and move on. This she does by helping them LEVEL UP in...2024-07-1042 min
Tech Bytes - with Dan HafnerEp. 377: Your Mind is Like Software - with Dagna BiedaDagna is an Engineer turned Career Coach for Engineers.
Coding for over 10 years and coaching for the past 4+ years, she’s the tough love "been in your shoes" kinda Coach.
Join us for a fascinating conversation around self-reflection, soft skills and delving into your own habits and mind as a software engineer.
Connect with Dagna here:
https://www.themindfuldev.com/case-study
Grab a copy of Danga's book here as well:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB3JZYL22024-06-1432 min
NeuroConversant Leadership48: Self-marketing within a company is more important than most will admit, with Dagna BiedaAre soft skills important in engineering?
Dagna Bieda, an engineer turned career coach, discusses her transition from coding to coaching and the struggles engineers face in communication and self-marketing. She emphasizes the importance of soft skills and business acumen in engineering careers. Dagna also introduces the concept of brain refactoring and neurofeedback training as tools for optimizing the brain's hardware and software. She shares her favorite travel destination (Mongolia) and a place she wants to visit (Finland). Dagna's communication advice is to remember that everyone is doing their best with the knowledge, awareness, and skills they have.2024-06-1334 min
Superpowers School - Human Skills to Thrive in the Age of AIRefactor Your Brain: How to Reprogram Your Brain for Success - Dagna Bieda E147Dagna Bieda, a career coach and author of 'Brain Refactor', explores the parallels between human cognition and computer programming. Dagna, who transitioned from a software engineer to a coach, shares how programming principles can be applied to reprogramming the human mind. The discussion delves into the importance of feedback, changing perspectives, and leveraging cultural differences for professional growth. Dagna offers practical insights into overcoming imposter syndrome, burnout, and enhancing interpersonal skills. The episode also touches on the significance of habit-building and self-awareness in achieving personal and career goals. 00:00 Guest...2024-06-1246 min
Salary Negotiations Made SimpleHow to Shift your Mindset for More Career Happiness with Dagna BiedaI am talking with Dagna Bieda, Engineer turned Career Coach who specializes in helping individuals gain clarity and overcome limiting beliefs to achieve career fulfillment and advancement. Through stories of resilience and adapting to new cultural norms, there are lots and lots of information to take away from this episode. Including: Effective ways for getting promoted, doubling your paycheck, and securing flexible work arrangements without increasing workload or educational credentials. Shifting out of survival mode in modern work settings to better align with contemporary career challenges. Reframing imposter syndrome FREE WORKSHOP https://www...2024-05-0926 min
Mind Over Matter: PodcastReprogram Your Subconscious Mind for Success with Dagna BiedaEpisode 595 - In today's podcast my guest Dagna Bieda is sharing with you how to reprogram your subconscious mind for success, happiness, health, wealth, relationships and more. Whether you experience stress and burnout, fear of failure, have blocks or challenges in life - you will learn tactical strategies to optimize your mind and life.
Connect with Dagna Bieda: www.themindfuldev.com
X: @DagnaBieda
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda/
To unlock your full potential and live your best life, I invite you to SCHEDULE...2024-03-2742 min
Living And Loving Each Day PODCAST with Susan JanzenDagna Bieda: Are You Invisible? MASTER YOUR MINDSETDagna is an Engineer turned Career Coach for Engineers. Coding for over 10 years and coaching for the past 5 years, she’s the tough love "been in your shoes" kinda Coach. Her clients have various backgrounds - from working at small companies to FAANG companies. And their experience ranges from 2-20 plus years with education ranging from self-taught through career-changing Bootcamps, college graduates, and some with military or immigrant backgrounds. As a Coach, she helps her clients reach for their potential and exciting career opportunities by reprogramming their Mindset for success. www.themindfuldev.com
2024-03-1020 min
Personality DevelopmentMastering Communication for Engineers & Project ManagersIn honor of World Engineers Day, the Personality Development Podcast presents a pivotal episode tackling the essential topic of Communication Skills for Engineers and Project Managers. Join us as we delve into the intricate dynamics of communication within the IT industry, where bridging the gap between programmers/engineers and project managers often presents a formidable challenge.
Host Aaditya Mehta, a seasoned Project Manager, joins forces with Dagna Bieda, an engineer turned Career Coach for Engineers, in an enlightening conversation. Together, they explore the nuances of effective communication and its transformative impact on engineering projects and management initiatives.2024-03-1045 min
Apollo Papyrus PodcastInterview with Dagna Bieda, author of Brain RefractorIn this episode, host Aaron Apollo Camp interviews Dagna Bieda. Dagna, a former software engineer who is now a career coach, is the author of the upcoming book Brain Refractor, which is currently slated to be released in the first quarter of 2024.
You can learn more about Dagna and her career coaching services at https://themindfuldev.com/ and view a case study for her coaching services at https://themindfuldev.com/case-study.2023-11-2014 min
The Women Who Code PodcastCareer Nav #70: How to Accelerate Career Growth Regardless of Educational BackgroundSarah Healy, Digital Design Manager at Women Who Code, interviews Dagna Bieda, Career (&Life) Coach for Devs & Engineers in Tech at The Mindful Dev. They discuss soft skills for moving into management roles, handling imposter syndrome, and the relationship between alignment and burnout.
Episode: https://www.womenwhocode.com/blog/career-nav-70-how-to-accelerate-career-growth-regardless-of-educational-background/
Video: https://youtu.be/KBDFgrrixYw
Guest: Dagna Bieda, Career (&Life) Coach for Devs & Engineers in Tech at The Mindful Dev
www.linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda
www.twitter.com/DagnaBieda
www.themindfuldev.com
Host: Sarah Healy, Digital Design Ma...2023-11-069h 19
DevOps ParadoxLayoff-Proofing Your Career#227: Imagine this. You walk into your office and your manager pulls you to the side and says “Pack up your belongings. You’ve been made redundant. We wish you the best in your future endeavors.” Just like that, you no longer have a job. In even more extreme cases, just because a company exists today does not mean that it will exist tomorrow. Think about Enron, Blockbuster, Compaq and many others. At this point in history, it’s not if, but when, will you be laid off and what will you do? In thi...2023-09-0649 min
Back2BasicsMode BusinessCareer Growth - Part 2 | Back2Basicsmode BusinessMy name is Dagna Bieda and I’ve been coding for the past 10+ years, and coaching for the past 3+ years. I’m the tough love “I’ve been in your shoes“ kinda Coach.I’ve helped 50+ clients so far with my services advance in their careers.My former clients have worked at some big brand names (such as LinkedIn, Amazon, Google, Disney), as well as much smaller businesses. And with experience ranging from 2-20 years of experience, and education ranging from self-taught, through career-changing Bootcamp grads, to college grads, some with a military background, I’ve helped them...2023-03-1443 min
Back2BasicsMode BusinessCareer Growth - Part 1 | Back2Basicsmode BusinessMy name is Dagna Bieda and I’ve been coding for the past 10+ years, and coaching for the past 3+ years. I’m the tough love “I’ve been in your shoes“ kinda Coach.I’ve helped 50+ clients so far with my services advance in their careers.My former clients have worked at some big brand names (such as LinkedIn, Amazon, Google, Disney), as well as much smaller businesses. And with experience ranging from 2-20 years of experience, and education ranging from self-taught, through career-changing Bootcamp grads, to college grads, some with a military background, I’ve helped them...2023-03-0729 minAB TestingEpisode 173: The Mindful Dev w/ Dagna BiedaWe are joined by Dagna Bieda from https://www.themindfuldev.com to talk about coaching, burnout, and growth as a software engineer.2023-01-2349 min
Software Engineering UnlockedEntrepreneurship, Career Growth and Testing: Top 5 Episodes of 2022This episode samples:Alvaro Trigo, who once was a web developer but could quit his day job to work on his open source software Fullpage.js.Daniel Vassallo tells us why he left his cushy job at Amazon to start many small businesses.Dagna Bieda explains how you can fast-track your engineering career and what mindset has to do with professional growth.Mauricio Aniche explains how to write tests that find bugs and what domain-driven testing is.Nuchals Dular shares why the engineering manager position he worked hard toward to wasn’t meant for him.YouTube Vi...2023-01-0457 min
Conversations with Tech ExpertsThe Mindful Dev - EP. 50This episode of Conversations with Tech Experts features Dagna Bieda, owner of The Mindful Dev. She joins Experts Exchange CEO Randy Redberg and Director of Operations Thomas Bernal to discuss how IT pros and software engineers can level up and find fulfillment in their careers. Dagna gets into how she moved from mentoring other devs in her organization to starting her own small business mentoring devs around the world. They also discuss the best ways to advance in your career, and why marketing yourself is just as important as putting out good work. 2022-07-0139 minSoftware Engineering UnlockedWhat hinders your career as a developer? – Mindset.This episode is sponsored by Tonic.ai – where your data is modeled from your production data to help you tell an identical story in your testing environments. [00:01 - 05:08] Opening Segment Need to generate fake data that looks, acts, and behaves like production data for your test environments? Check out Tonic.ai!Head over to https://www.tonic.ai/ and sign up today for a free two weeks trial sandbox!Dagna talks about experiencing a plateau in her career as a software engineerRealizing the lack of support networksHow this led her to set up her own...2022-06-2929 min
Software Developers Journey#195 Dagna Bieda wanted to create the futureDagna decided to study robotics to change the future. She told us how she hated programming at first until it clicked when she worked with a fantastic crew at Nokia. She spoke of her mentors and learning to value simplicity. We discussed moving abroad and the privilege of being developers. We talked about startups and sabbaticals. Finally, Dagna took us on her last adventure of becoming a career coach for devs and how she made her side gig and her dream a reality.Here are the links from the show:https://www.linkedin.com...2022-03-2944 min