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Episode Synopsis
Have 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 recognition, or just want to thrive in your tech career, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to transform your mindset and career.
🔑 Tune in to discover:
How to recognize and rewire self-limiting beliefs that sabotage your career growth.
The secret to developing an “assertive communication” style that boosts confidence and impact.
Dagna’s personal story of burnout and how she rebuilt her career by shifting her mental programming.
Real-world examples of how her clients have used the “Brain Refactor” to overcome imposter syndrome and land skip-level promotions.
Ready to optimize your mind for success?
Press play and start transforming your career today!
Don’t forget to share, subscribe, and leave a review if this episode resonates with you!
About Dagna
Dagna Bieda is an engineer-turned-career coach with over a decade of coding experience and more than four years of coaching under her belt. She specializes in helping engineers in tech—whether in software, AI/ML, data, DevOps, QA, or beyond—reach their full potential by reprogramming the most critical code of all: the one in their minds.
Having transitioned from programming computers to coaching ambitious professionals, Dagna brings a unique, empathetic approach to her coaching practice. She’s not just a coach—she’s someone who has been in their shoes and knows firsthand the challenges of navigating the tech industry. Her clients range from early-career professionals to experienced CTOs, with backgrounds spanning from self-taught developers and Bootcamp graduates to PhDs and military veterans.
Dagna’s proven approach has helped her clients achieve a variety of goals, from getting promoted and landing new roles to negotiating higher salaries and stepping into executive leadership positions. Her focus is on breaking through mental barriers like imposter syndrome and burnout to unlock greater confidence and career success.
With Dagna’s support, engineers across the globe are transforming their careers and achieving results they once thought were out of reach.
Learn more about Dagna: https://www.themindfuldev.com/
Follow Dagna on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda/
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 recognition, or just want to thrive in your tech career, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to transform your mindset and career.
🔑 Tune in to discover:
How to recognize and rewire self-limiting beliefs that sabotage your career growth.
The secret to developing an “assertive communication” style that boosts confidence and impact.
Dagna’s personal story of burnout and how she rebuilt her career by shifting her mental programming.
Real-world examples of how her clients have used the “Brain Refactor” to overcome imposter syndrome and land skip-level promotions.
Ready to optimize your mind for success?
Press play and start transforming your career today!
Don’t forget to share, subscribe, and leave a review if this episode resonates with you!
About Dagna
Dagna Bieda is an engineer-turned-career coach with over a decade of coding experience and more than four years of coaching under her belt. She specializes in helping engineers in tech—whether in software, AI/ML, data, DevOps, QA, or beyond—reach their full potential by reprogramming the most critical code of all: the one in their minds.
Having transitioned from programming computers to coaching ambitious professionals, Dagna brings a unique, empathetic approach to her coaching practice. She’s not just a coach—she’s someone who has been in their shoes and knows firsthand the challenges of navigating the tech industry. Her clients range from early-career professionals to experienced CTOs, with backgrounds spanning from self-taught developers and Bootcamp graduates to PhDs and military veterans.
Dagna’s proven approach has helped her clients achieve a variety of goals, from getting promoted and landing new roles to negotiating higher salaries and stepping into executive leadership positions. Her focus is on breaking through mental barriers like imposter syndrome and burnout to unlock greater confidence and career success.
With Dagna’s support, engineers across the globe are transforming their careers and achieving results they once thought were out of reach.
Learn more about Dagna: https://www.themindfuldev.com/
Follow Dagna on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagnabieda/
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