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Tennessee Watt, M.S.💡

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Studied at Imperial College London

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About Tennessee

As an under-represented, international/non-US female, the journey to securing a place in a global top 10 Masters program seemed daunting. Yet, I achieved this and went on to join Google's prestigious Associate Product Marketing Manager program. Now, I'm eager to share the insights I gained along the way to support you in achieving your dream Masters program or tech industry role! I have 10 years of mentoring and coaching experience and have coached individuals who have secured offers from Google, NBC, Intel, USC, UMich and more. I have helped Spelman College students secure $10,000 in scholarship funding. I have been recognized for my work with features in Forbes, Business Insider, PR Week, Campaign US, Yahoo! News, and Adweek. Additionally, I have been named one of 23 Most Influential Women of 2023 by Startups Magazine. My coaching approach is guided by empathy, deeply understanding your goals, and developing your positioning within a competitive landscape. Having been through grad school and career prep programs with Sponsors for Educational Opportunity and Admit.me Access, I'm well equipped to help you navigate the intricacies of the application process, from refining your essays / cover letters and resume to acing interviews and networking effectively. My approach is holistic and personalized, focusing not just on what you present on paper, but also on building your confidence and public speaking skills, essential for standing out in today’s competitive environment. As a graduate school coach, I am especially helpful to: ◉ traditional candidates who are struggling to differentiate themselves ◉ underrepresented, low income, first generation, female or otherwise non-traditional applicants ◉ international applicants looking for guidance on prestigious UK Masters in Management programs ◉ applicants who seek a top Masters degree without the GMAT or GRE requirement As a big tech career coach, I am especially helpful to: ◉ product, brand and digital marketers who want to break into big tech from an agency background ◉ those seeking big tech career guidance in the current economic landscape ◉ underrepresented, low income, first generation, female or otherwise non-traditional applicants ◉ early career and internship applicants Reach out today and let's get started!

Why do I coach?

I coach because I've personally experienced the power of mentorship and guidance. As a young person with aspirations to attend a prestigious Russell Group University and break into big tech, I faced the challenge of charting a path without a roadmap or role models who had walked the path before me. Questions swirled in my mind – was I good enough? Could someone like me really make it? Despite these hurdles, I persisted, applying to major tech roles only to be met with rejection time and again. But with each setback, my resolve grew stronger until I finally landed my dream job. This journey taught me a crucial lesson: no one should have to navigate their ambitions alone or without support. This is why coaching matters deeply to me. It's an opportunity to be the guide I once needed, to offer encouragement where doubt looms, and to provide concrete strategies where there's uncertainty. By sharing the lessons from my own experiences, I aim to smooth the road for others, ensuring that their journey to success is less solitary and more supported. In coaching, I find purpose in helping others overcome their own feelings of inadequacy, equipping them with the confidence and tools to not only reach but surpass their goals. This is the essence of why I coach – to empower, to uplift, and to transform doubt into decisive action.

Work Experience

Associate Product Marketing Manager

Google

October 2021 - Present

Competitive Google marketing program - 15,000 applicants for 32 roles. Specialist in launching and enhancing Google brands which elevate, educate and celebrate current and aspiring software developers and other technologists, with a focus on underrepresented groups. Brand, go-to-market and partnerships co-lead for Tech Equity Collective, an initiative to diversify the tech industry.