Unboxing Logistics Empowering Women in Logistics With Anna Podolskaya From EasyPost
According to Gartner, women make up just 39% of the logistics industry. At the executive level, that number drops to 21%. In this episode, Lori talks with Anna Podolskaya, product manager at EasyPost, about the value women bring to logistics and technology roles, how they can advance their careers, and why diversity matters.
Challenges Anna has faced in the logistics industry
In the beginning of Anna’s career, people often assumed she was a secretary or executive assistant. While she recognizes the value in those roles, she also emphasizes the importance of recognizing women as subject matter experts: “They're like, can we ask someone technical? And I'm like, I am technical.”
Tips for advancing your career
Wondering how to jumpstart your career in a male-dominated field? Anna shares some of her most impactful activities:
- Network. Connecting with others in the industry (both women and men) can help you envision and achieve your ideal career path.
- Volunteer. Find local organizations where you can share your knowledge, and look for chances to mentor others.
- Attend conferences. Attend free or paid conferences to network and learn.
How can men support women in the workplace?
Lori and Anna discuss several ways men can support women in the workplace, including sharing constructive feedback and asking for feedback themselves. Anna sees the power of praise combined with questions: “Hey, you did a really great job. What would you want to do differently?”
Links
- Connect with Anna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-podolskaya/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annapshares/
- And X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/annapshares
- Check out the EasyPost site: https://www.easypost.com/