A Story of Inspiration and Leadership

International Women’s Day serves as a global celebration of women's achievements across various spheres, emphasizing unity, reflection, and advocacy. The author reflects on their career experiences with inspirational female leaders, particularly one manager who, despite her reserved demeanor, demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities such as preparedness, humility, and an ability to balance practical and inspirational approaches. Her leadership style, characterized by respect, courtesy, and authenticity, provided a model that transcended traditional gender norms in leadership. At PagerDuty, where the author currently works, diversity and inclusivity are core values, supporting professional growth for all employees. The narrative underscores the importance of strong female role models and inclusive work environments, expressing gratitude that these will be available to inspire future generations, including the author's daughter, as she embarks on her career in engineering.