In this episode of Tech Her Way, I sit down with Victoria Adefioye, Senior People & Culture Talent Partner at SOTI, to explore what it truly means to play the long game in your career.

We dig into how women can build real leverage at work: not just through performance, but through visibility, relationships, and self-worth. Victoria breaks down why negotiation starts long before any salary conversation, how to make your impact seen without feeling like you’re bragging, and the mindset shifts that help women advocate for themselves with confidence.

She also shares the patterns she sees in women who sustain momentum in their careers, the internal narratives that quietly hold many of us back, and how to navigate those “quiet seasons” where your growth is happening under the surface.

Whether you’re early in your career or stepping into leadership, this conversation offers practical, grounded insights to help you build credibility, protect your energy, and shape a career with long-term purpose and impact.