Release:
August 5, 2020

Women of NATE Today Newsletter
Volume 2, Issue 7

Good Day Women of NATE!

August 2020 is already upon us; and as we roll into the latter half of the year, we are still making things happen! Life has thrown some punches during the pandemic, but we’ve pushed back and continued to move forward, both personally and professionally.

Wireless communication systems are vitally important during this time of uncertainty and quarantine, as we are all living life a little differently than we used to while adjusting to the “new normal”. When I stop and think of everything used on a daily basis that keeps us connected to our jobs, families, and support systems, it makes me grateful and proud to know that I am a part of the wireless industry. It is a great accomplishment to have the ability to continue living life and conducting business using the wireless systems built by those around me! 

My colleagues have spent years building, maintaining, and upgrading the nation’s wireless infrastructure, and because of their efforts, they’ve made the following possible:

·         Telework
·         Social media (share life with and stay connected to the ones we love)
·         Online meetings, conferences, and educational sessions
·         Telemedicine
·         Virtual education
·         Online religious services
·         Emergency services (that save lives and keep us safe)

I cannot imagine what life during the COVID-19 pandemic would look like without our wireless communication systems, and would like to acknowledge and recognize the great work being done in the wireless industry.

Thank you to the heroes of wireless who continue to go to work every day as essential employees and keep our world connected! It is important that we acknowledge each other for a job well done.

Therese O’Brien is a member of the Women of NATE and the Member Services Committee. She is a Business Development Executive of TESSCO Technologies.

Won Profile: Stephanie Brewer

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Upcoming Events

From 2019-2020, the U.S. will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment and women’s constitutional right to vote.

Suffragists began their organized fight for women’s equality in 1848 when they demanded the right to vote during the first women’s rights convention in Seneca Falls, New York. For the next 72 years, women leaders lobbied, marched, picketed, and protested for the right to the ballot. The U.S. House of Representatives finally approved the Susan B. Anthony Amendment, which guaranteed women the right to vote, on May 21, 1919. The U.S. Senate followed two weeks later, and the 19th Amendment went to the states, where it had to be ratified by 3/4ths of the-then-48 states to be added to the Constitution. By a vote of 50-47, Tennessee became the last state needed to ratify the 19th Amendment on August 18, 1920. Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby issued a proclamation declaring the 19th Amendment ratified and part of the US Constitution on August 26, 1920, forever protecting American women’s right to vote.

Today, more than 68 million women vote in elections because of the courageous suffragists who never gave up the fight for equality. Explore the resources below to learn more about the story of the 19th Amendment and women’s fight for the ballot.

To learn more or get involved, visit https://www.womensvote100.org/

PMI Women's Rope Access (SPRAT®) Course

Mon Aug 10, 2020 8:00 am - Fri Aug 14, 2020 5:00 pm
PMI training facility | 4459 Jason St, Denver, CO, 80211

DESCRIPTION
Do you have a desire to climb high above the rest? Are you interested in a career where you can climb, work, and even rescue from heights inaccessible to the average human? Are you interested in obtaining a certification for the work you already do? Are you an able-bodied woman interested in Rope Access who's willing to step up and obtain the same certification that men seem to dominate?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then come join us for Rope Access training taught by women, for women, and evaluated by a woman.

In a facility free from judgement, you will learn all of the skills necessary to set-up and climb ropes in order to gain access to places otherwise off limits. This four-day course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the SPRAT® evaluation on the fifth day.

*ALL certification levels require a valid form of government-issued photo identification (drivers license, passport, etc.) to be presented to the evaluator.

**If you are testing for Level 2 or Level 3, you MUST bring your documented 500 hours of rope access work for the evaluator to review! Please visit the SPRAT® website (www.sprat.org) for details on necessary hours.

This PMI® SPRAT® Course begins on a Monday morning at 8:00 am and runs to approximately 5:00 pm each day, for five days. Monday through Thursday the instructor will convey all necessary skills and knowledge required to pass the evaluation. The evaluation will be conducted on the final day (usually a Friday) by an independent SPRAT® approved Evaluator.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
All required equipment may be borrowed from PMI’s Vertical Rescue Solutions; however, if desired, students may bring their own rope access equipment for use in the class. Personal Protective Equipment used for Rope Access should meet relevant standards for work at height, such as ANSI Z359. If you have questions about equipment you are bringing, please contact verticalrescuesolutions@pmirope.com.

All ropes (11mm static) and anchorages will be supplied by the Host (VRS™).

Any personal gear the student brings will be inspected by the instructor/evaluator, who reserves the right to substitute student gear if it is deemed unsuitable or unsafe for use based on age, excessive wear, damage or unsuitability for Rope Access work.

Prices subject to change without notice.

This PMI® SPRAT® Course is in accordance with SPRAT® guidelines; a SPRAT® Rope Access Technician certification (Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3) will be issued upon successful completion.

After successful completion of this SPRAT course and evaluation, you will receive an Associate Membership with SPRAT. This is included in your evaluation fees to SPRAT, which is included in the course cost. 

Resilience: A Webinar on How to Adapt, Grow, and Thrive

Thursday, August 13, 2020
2:00-12:45 EDT

Learn how to meet the demands of these challenging times with sustainable resilience and renewed vision for a better world, with Dr. Sandra Lewis, clinical psychologist and Personal Energy Strategist.

By now, you may have completely revamped your 2020 plans. A global health pandemic and the ongoing racism pandemic have rearranged daily life and motivated us to re-examine what we value.

Life is asking more of us than we may have ever imagined. We’re feeling it in the tension in our bodies and the distraction in our minds. Our emotions have been a roller coaster ride with peaks of fear, frustration, anger, confusion, grief, and exhaustion.

How do you respond to unimaginable, unpredictable, and uncertain circumstances so that you thrive through the challenges? You take time to strengthen and renew your resilience.

Join this webinar to explore evidence-based resilience, happiness, and well-being strategies to:

• reset your nervous system and re-energize your body;
• recover from mental fatigue and emotional overload; and
• strengthen your ability to adapt and grow through adversity.

Revitalize your inner resources. Thrive as we transform our lives and our world.

Unstoppable: The Secret To Overcoming Any Obstacle

Tuesday, August 18, 2020
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT

When everything feels hard, how do you turn that around to become powerful and confident? Kim Carpenter will teach you a process to use anytime you feel unsure of how to reclaim your power.

When everything feels so hard, how do you turn that around to become powerful and confident in the face of anything? As a Master Executive Coach for the last 18 years, Kim Carpenter has supported hundreds of clients to do just that — to turn their situations around — both at work and at home. Do you outwardly show the world a strong face, but inside you feel wobbly, frightened, or even angry? It’s totally normal to feel less than confident, especially when facing uncertainty or hardships. In this virtual session, we’ll look at removing anything that's holding you back…even if that thing is yourself. Kim will teach you a process to use anytime you feel unsure of how to be or what to do so you can reclaim your power. Prepare to leave the session unstoppable, ready to create a whole new future.

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About Ellevate Network 

Ellevate is one of the largest community of women at work. A powerful coalition of ambitious and supportive women who believe there is strength in numbers. We show up for each other, helping everyone — no matter their background or aspirations — build a career they love. And, more importantly, we mobilize our collective power to change the culture of business.

To stay apprised of recent event updates and to view the most comprehensive events listing visit the NATE WIN (Wireless Industry Network) website at www.natewin.org. 

Recent Event Highlights

NATE Launches Workforce Sourcing Veteran Partnership Program

New Association Member Benefit Coincides with Establishment of Military of NATE Ad-Hoc Committee; Expands Pool of NATE Member Hiring Partners ​

NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association announced he official launch of the Military of NATE Workforce Sourcing Veteran Partnership Program.

The program was created by the recently established Military of NATE Ad-Hoc Committee as a new benefit to the Association’s member companies and seeks to provide employment opportunities to veterans to continue to address the immediate and long-term hiring needs of the communications infrastructure industry.

The Workforce Sourcing Veteran Partnership Program is structured around partnerships with Warriors4Wireless, Airstreams Renewables, Inc., and Learning Alliance Corporation, connecting NATE member companies who voluntarily elect to participate as hiring partners with a stream of veteran candidates from their respective states and regions of the country.

The program is free for NATE member companies and there are no hidden costs. The employer benefits of participating include providing opportunities for veterans who have served our nation to gain employment in a field with a viable career path and supplementing their company hiring needs with highly qualified candidates. The program also serves to expand the list of hiring partners from safety-conscious NATE member companies that Warriors4Wireless, Airstreams Renewables and Learning Alliance Corporation can use to place additional trained veterans with jobs in their respective regions of the country.

Warriors4Wireless, Airstreams Renewables and Learning Alliance Corporation provide comprehensive training that includes both academic and field training courses. Graduates of both programs leave with certifications such as Authorized Climber/Rescuer, RF Awareness, Capstan Hoist Operations, and First Aid/CPR, in addition to resume building assistance and interview coaching.

The number of candidate resumes received from the Workforce Sourcing Veteran Partnership Program will vary between hiring companies and is based on the supply and demand of veterans seeking employment and the geographic locations of NATE member company participants.

Enrollment in the no-cost Military of NATE Workforce Sourcing Veteran Partnership Program is easy. NATE members electing to participate should complete the enrollment form HERE.

To view information on the program role of Warriors4Wireless, click HERE. To view information on the program role of Airstreams Renewables, click HERE. To view information on the program role of Learning Alliance Corporation, click HERE. Visit www.natehome.com to learn more about NATE.

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About AirStreams Renewables, Inc. 

Airstreams Renewables, Inc. is a leading vocational training solutions provider committed to delivering and providing career skills Training, Education, And Mentoring that prepares our students to transition into successful careers and provides our industry partners with safety focused graduates who share our values of Accountability, Respect and Integrity. Military Focus: As part of the DoD Skill Bridge program, Airstreams Renewables, Inc. Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program is the only Career Skills Program training active duty military personal on active duty bases across the country leading to careers in the Wind Energy, Telecommunications Tower and other industrial sectors. We are proud to be military founded with over 50% of our staff having served our country and proud to be a part of the solution for our transitioning service members back into civilian life. For more information, visit https://www.air-streams.com/­.

About Warriors4Wireless

Warriors4Wireless (W4W) is a non-profit formed to bridge the gap between the demand for trained communication industry professionals and qualified service men and women eager to utilize the skills they learned in the military. W4W contacts promising candidates, coaches them on career paths and requirements, connects them with approved training providers, and helps connect them with our over 200+ partner companies. We provide transitional support giving veterans the building blocks they need for an exciting and fulfilling career in this rapidly growing industry. For additional information on Warriors4Wireless, visit http://www.warriors4wireless.org.

About Learning Alliance Corporation

Learning Alliance Corporation partners with non-profits, businesses, universities and colleges in the communities that we serve to drive stronger workforce development initiatives. With the launch of 5G, our commitment to the telecommunications industry creates endless opportunities for United States Veterans to obtain high-skill, high wage jobs during their transition. Our dedication to the quality of their training ensures we deliver high caliber candidates to our employer partners - candidates who stay safe, work hard and believe in the 5G mission. By exchanging ideas we bridge the gap between skilled workers and labor shortage. By crossing that bridge, we shape the future for our students and employer partners. Please visit our website for more information https://www.mylearningalliance.com/.

    The Reality of Imposter Syndrome

Feeling like an imposter? Know what it is and what to do about it.

“A psychological phenomenon in which people are unable to internalize their accomplishments.”

If you’ve ever been to a women’s conference, a professional development course or a leadership event for women, you will have no doubt heard about the imposter syndrome. Spoken about amongst women as one of the key reasons for their lack of confidence, other than the notion that, “I feel like a fraud,” it’s often not defined or clarified as to what it actually is and how to deal it. 

The imposter syndrome is a psychological term referring to a pattern of behavior where people doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent, often internalized fear of being exposed as a fraud. Not an actual disorder, the term was coined by clinical psychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978, when they found that despite having adequate external evidence of accomplishments, people with imposter syndrome remained convinced that they don’t deserve the success they have. 

They call their success luck or good timing, and dismiss it as others’ believing they were better, more intelligent, and more competent than they actually are. And while yes, early research from the psychologists' work focused on high-achieving women, the syndrome has actually been found to impact men and women in roughly equal numbers. 

We all suffer from it. I’ve known the most senior men who struggle with it day in day out. General managers running billion-dollar companies. Speakers who command audiences in the thousands. Powerful men who still wonder if what they are doing is good enough, or if they are about to be found out for being an imposter. 

And yes, it impacts us as women every day. You know how it goes: You get the promotion at work, and your inner narrative is that they must have been short on candidates. Your business has a great win, and you tell yourself that it was sheer chance that the client found you (and they mustn’t have looked too far and wide). You are getting ready to give a presentation, and you secretly think that you’re about to be found out for how hopeless you really are. Or you’re sitting in a big meeting and you just know that the boss will walk in any minute, tap you on the shoulder, and tell you they have finally realized that you really aren’t qualified for the job (even though you’re the most experienced person in the room). It can be completely derailing. 

We know from the research that imposter syndrome is in large part a reaction to certain circumstances or situations. So while you may feel fully confident speaking to a group of more junior people, addressing your peers could completely undo you. Or you could be fine at work, but having to speak up at the local school meeting? Forget about it. A tendency toward perfectionism, fear of failure, continually undermining one’s achievements (trekking up Mount Kilimanjaro? Oh, it was nothing!) are all indicators that you might be prone. And it can be debilitating, causing stress, anxiety, low self confidence, shame and in some cases, even depression. 

Perhaps the most limiting part of dealing with imposter syndrome is that it can limit our courage to go after new opportunities, explore potential areas of interest, and put ourselves out there in a meaningful way. When I work with women who experience it, there are a number of things I suggest that significantly help them move forward and deal with their fraudulent feelings: voicing their fears in coaching, with a mentor, or a safe peer group helps as it normalizes the feelings and ensures them that they aren’t alone; writing down lists of their achievements, skills, and successes to demonstrate that they really do have concrete value to share with the world; having a really strong support system and getting ongoing feedback that validates their efforts and outcomes is important for improving confidence levels.

At the end of the day, remember this: You are here for a reason. In this job, your business, your life, you are worthy. You are better than you think you are. You are smarter than you think you are. You know more than you give yourself credit for. Remember that. And remind yourself as often as you need to.