Women Who Reign: Lisa Gregory Chille
“Through my education, I didn’t just develop skills, I didn’t just develop the ability to learn, but I developed confidence.” — Michelle Obama
Tell us about yourself along with a fun fact!
I am a Tanzanian woman studying Computer Science at Harvard. I also study Music and I am on the varsity rowing team here!
What # (hashtag) would define your life journey?
#justdoit
Favorite website / app:
Groupme
Song that makes you want to dance:
”Slumber Party” feat. Tinashe — Britney Spears
Technical and/or life challenge you’ve faced and how you overcame it:
My first year on the crew team, I was very unconfident in my ability to contribute. Most of my teammates had been in the sport for over 6 years and I felt way out of my depth. Over the course of that first year, I came to appreciate novice-ness and love it. I appreciated the fact that novices do have something to contribute to a team comprised mostly of experienced people. The new energy that novices bring to the team is incredibly important. A year later, I still feel out of my depth but I am more confident in myself; I wouldn’t have it any other way!
Ideal job / where you see yourself in 10 years:
Making technology that empowers people around the globe to get more done.
What knowledge would you impart to women in order for them to REIGN their lives?
Appreciate novice-ness. Appreciate newness. When you’re new and a novice, that is when you can ask questions that experienced people are unable to.