Losing the Plot, Finding Perspective: Leadership Lessons from a Tech Meltdown

When tech fails and frustrations hit, it’s easy to feel like you’ve lost the plot. But for women in tech, these chaotic moments can be powerful leadership lessons. In this blog, Susan O’Connor shares how a simple tech meltdown became a masterclass in self-leadership, resilience, and emotional intelligence. From learning to ask for help strategically to practising self-compassion and reframing setbacks as opportunities, Susan shows that leadership isn’t about perfection - it’s about how you respond when plans unravel. Discover actionable insights to turn frustration into fuel, regain perspective, and grow stronger in your career, even when everything feels out of control.