AJ Lauer
@ayjaylauer.bsky.social
Author, speaker, nerdy about leadership in STEM & HPC
Owner Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions: thrivingibis.com
Formerly NCAR, CO School of Mines, Miami Dade College, UIUC
My Monster Mungo: https://www.amazon.com/My-Monster-Mungo-Imposter-Syndrome/dp/B0
Owner Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions: thrivingibis.com
Formerly NCAR, CO School of Mines, Miami Dade College, UIUC
My Monster Mungo: https://www.amazon.com/My-Monster-Mungo-Imposter-Syndrome/dp/B0
Are you feeling like you're not good enough, you only got here by luck, or that “they” are going to figure out you're a phony and take it all away?
Do you find yourself doing any of these things in order to avoid those feelings?
Check it out: thrivingibis.thrivecart.com/from-saboteu...
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Do you find yourself doing any of these things in order to avoid those feelings?
Check it out: thrivingibis.thrivecart.com/from-saboteu...
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November 25, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Are you feeling like you're not good enough, you only got here by luck, or that “they” are going to figure out you're a phony and take it all away?
Do you find yourself doing any of these things in order to avoid those feelings?
Check it out: thrivingibis.thrivecart.com/from-saboteu...
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Do you find yourself doing any of these things in order to avoid those feelings?
Check it out: thrivingibis.thrivecart.com/from-saboteu...
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November 25, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Are you feeling like you're not good enough, you only got here by luck, or that “they” are going to figure out you're a phony and take it all away?
Do you find yourself doing any of these things in order to avoid those feelings?
Check it out: thrivingibis.thrivecart.com/from-saboteu...
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Do you find yourself doing any of these things in order to avoid those feelings?
Check it out: thrivingibis.thrivecart.com/from-saboteu...
🧵
November 19, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Wise words from @giulsguidi.bsky.social while talking about her career story at the #SC25 @womeninhpc.org workshop:
"Your path keeps evolving as you meet the right people" and "if in doubt, yet a dog. Or two." ❤️🦮
"Your path keeps evolving as you meet the right people" and "if in doubt, yet a dog. Or two." ❤️🦮
November 17, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Wise words from @giulsguidi.bsky.social while talking about her career story at the #SC25 @womeninhpc.org workshop:
"Your path keeps evolving as you meet the right people" and "if in doubt, yet a dog. Or two." ❤️🦮
"Your path keeps evolving as you meet the right people" and "if in doubt, yet a dog. Or two." ❤️🦮
Great advice from @verolero86.bsky.social at the @womeninhpc.org workshop! Keep track of the things you say no to, to keep encouraging yourself to prioritize what is most important in your life.
#sc25 #hpc
#sc25 #hpc
November 17, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Great advice from @verolero86.bsky.social at the @womeninhpc.org workshop! Keep track of the things you say no to, to keep encouraging yourself to prioritize what is most important in your life.
#sc25 #hpc
#sc25 #hpc
On my way to #SC25! Here's a friendly reminder to update your LinkedIn before you go.
Bonus points for putting your LI QR code on your phone lock screen to save time and battery! 🔋
For more tips check out the blog: www.thrivingibis.com/post/3-must-...
#HPC #Conferences #WomenInTech
Bonus points for putting your LI QR code on your phone lock screen to save time and battery! 🔋
For more tips check out the blog: www.thrivingibis.com/post/3-must-...
#HPC #Conferences #WomenInTech
3 Conference Preparation Tips for Science and Tech Events
In addition to making last-minute updates to your talk 👀 Update your LinkedIn profile before you go!Make it easy for new connections to find and follow your work.Make sure everything is current. Doubl...
www.thrivingibis.com
November 16, 2025 at 5:38 PM
On my way to #SC25! Here's a friendly reminder to update your LinkedIn before you go.
Bonus points for putting your LI QR code on your phone lock screen to save time and battery! 🔋
For more tips check out the blog: www.thrivingibis.com/post/3-must-...
#HPC #Conferences #WomenInTech
Bonus points for putting your LI QR code on your phone lock screen to save time and battery! 🔋
For more tips check out the blog: www.thrivingibis.com/post/3-must-...
#HPC #Conferences #WomenInTech
The kids moved a pumpkin into the backyard because they were worried about the squirrels not having enough to eat.
..this little guy looked quite happy about their gift today 😂
..this little guy looked quite happy about their gift today 😂
November 15, 2025 at 2:12 AM
The kids moved a pumpkin into the backyard because they were worried about the squirrels not having enough to eat.
..this little guy looked quite happy about their gift today 😂
..this little guy looked quite happy about their gift today 😂
Making sure this hits the #WomenInTech feed.
I'm happy to be offering FREE 30 minute coaching sessions at #SC25.
Having a career dilemma? Leadership challenge? Conflict at work? Existential drama?
I'll be a sounding board to process through whatever you have going on!
DM for the reg link - I'll see you in St. Louis!
#HPC #Supercomputing
Having a career dilemma? Leadership challenge? Conflict at work? Existential drama?
I'll be a sounding board to process through whatever you have going on!
DM for the reg link - I'll see you in St. Louis!
#HPC #Supercomputing
November 12, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Making sure this hits the #WomenInTech feed.
I'm happy to be offering FREE 30 minute coaching sessions at #SC25.
Having a career dilemma? Leadership challenge? Conflict at work? Existential drama?
I'll be a sounding board to process through whatever you have going on!
DM for the reg link - I'll see you in St. Louis!
#HPC #Supercomputing
Having a career dilemma? Leadership challenge? Conflict at work? Existential drama?
I'll be a sounding board to process through whatever you have going on!
DM for the reg link - I'll see you in St. Louis!
#HPC #Supercomputing
November 12, 2025 at 10:02 PM
I'm happy to be offering FREE 30 minute coaching sessions at #SC25.
Having a career dilemma? Leadership challenge? Conflict at work? Existential drama?
I'll be a sounding board to process through whatever you have going on!
DM for the reg link - I'll see you in St. Louis!
#HPC #Supercomputing
Having a career dilemma? Leadership challenge? Conflict at work? Existential drama?
I'll be a sounding board to process through whatever you have going on!
DM for the reg link - I'll see you in St. Louis!
#HPC #Supercomputing
November 12, 2025 at 2:22 AM
I've literally been training to be able to walk all the steps #SC25 will require. Since my ankle surgery I've maxed out at 6000 steps in a day, and at SC I typically average 12k-15k.
Really thankful there's a shuttle to/from my hotel.
#HPC #conference #STL
Really thankful there's a shuttle to/from my hotel.
#HPC #conference #STL
a woman in a blue skirt and white jacket is walking through the woods carrying a yellow bag .
Alt: a woman in a blue skirt and white jacket is walking through the woods carrying a yellow bag .
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November 7, 2025 at 2:01 AM
I've literally been training to be able to walk all the steps #SC25 will require. Since my ankle surgery I've maxed out at 6000 steps in a day, and at SC I typically average 12k-15k.
Really thankful there's a shuttle to/from my hotel.
#HPC #conference #STL
Really thankful there's a shuttle to/from my hotel.
#HPC #conference #STL
Have decided to turn this $8 thrift store suit jacket into a vest with a peplum.
The destruction phase is fun so far!
#sewing #upcycling #fashion #madetomeasure
The destruction phase is fun so far!
#sewing #upcycling #fashion #madetomeasure
November 6, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Have decided to turn this $8 thrift store suit jacket into a vest with a peplum.
The destruction phase is fun so far!
#sewing #upcycling #fashion #madetomeasure
The destruction phase is fun so far!
#sewing #upcycling #fashion #madetomeasure
Yes we did!!
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Live updates: US voters head to the polls in first general election since Trump's return to power
One year after Donald Trump retook the presidency, 2025 Election Day includes closely watched races for New York City mayor, New Jersey governor and California's Proposition 50.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Yes we did!!
One of my favorite things about parenting is the random little stuff the kids leave around the house ❤️
#parenting #love #art #graffiti #lovenotes #kids
#parenting #love #art #graffiti #lovenotes #kids
November 5, 2025 at 11:17 PM
One of my favorite things about parenting is the random little stuff the kids leave around the house ❤️
#parenting #love #art #graffiti #lovenotes #kids
#parenting #love #art #graffiti #lovenotes #kids
Finished the Prince Sidon costume just in time! Happy kid, though he only wore the shark hat for about a block 🤷♀️
An older kid actually knew who he was! Very satisfying. 😄
#Halloween #sewsky #Zelda #trickortreat #cosplay #parenthood #sff
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An older kid actually knew who he was! Very satisfying. 😄
#Halloween #sewsky #Zelda #trickortreat #cosplay #parenthood #sff
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November 1, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Finished the Prince Sidon costume just in time! Happy kid, though he only wore the shark hat for about a block 🤷♀️
An older kid actually knew who he was! Very satisfying. 😄
#Halloween #sewsky #Zelda #trickortreat #cosplay #parenthood #sff
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An older kid actually knew who he was! Very satisfying. 😄
#Halloween #sewsky #Zelda #trickortreat #cosplay #parenthood #sff
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Looking forward to offering FREE 30 minute coaching sessions at #sc25! Got leadership questions? Conflict at work? Career uncertainty? Let's talk it through.
DM me for the reg link!
#hpc #womenintech @womeninhpc.org
DM me for the reg link!
#hpc #womenintech @womeninhpc.org
October 30, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Looking forward to offering FREE 30 minute coaching sessions at #sc25! Got leadership questions? Conflict at work? Career uncertainty? Let's talk it through.
DM me for the reg link!
#hpc #womenintech @womeninhpc.org
DM me for the reg link!
#hpc #womenintech @womeninhpc.org
Just finished The Glass Slide World by @carrievaughnco.bsky.social . Highly recommend! The series has an enchanting combination of science, magic, and unique characters that is just delightful. I can't wait for the next book!
#amreading #books #sff
#amreading #books #sff
October 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Just finished The Glass Slide World by @carrievaughnco.bsky.social . Highly recommend! The series has an enchanting combination of science, magic, and unique characters that is just delightful. I can't wait for the next book!
#amreading #books #sff
#amreading #books #sff
It's been a busy few days in Illinois! 4 Imposter Monster workshops and one book signing. I had a great time connecting with UIUC faculty, staff, and students and it was lovely to be back on campus.
#speaking #academicsky #booksky #entrepreneur #uiuc #Illinois #sapros #studentaffairs
#speaking #academicsky #booksky #entrepreneur #uiuc #Illinois #sapros #studentaffairs
October 25, 2025 at 12:19 PM
It's been a busy few days in Illinois! 4 Imposter Monster workshops and one book signing. I had a great time connecting with UIUC faculty, staff, and students and it was lovely to be back on campus.
#speaking #academicsky #booksky #entrepreneur #uiuc #Illinois #sapros #studentaffairs
#speaking #academicsky #booksky #entrepreneur #uiuc #Illinois #sapros #studentaffairs
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Looking forward to visiting UIUC next week!
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Author AJ Lauer to speak in Champaign about imposter syndrome - Chambana Today
STEM leadership expert and author of My Monster Mungo to host book event at The Literary on Oct. 23.
chambanatoday.com
October 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Looking forward to visiting UIUC next week!
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Positive side effect of broken ankle recovery: found change! Today I found 8 cents walking to my car after an appointment. The other day I found a dime.
Watching where I was going paid off heh
#brightside #money #humor
Watching where I was going paid off heh
#brightside #money #humor
October 14, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Positive side effect of broken ankle recovery: found change! Today I found 8 cents walking to my car after an appointment. The other day I found a dime.
Watching where I was going paid off heh
#brightside #money #humor
Watching where I was going paid off heh
#brightside #money #humor
Looking forward to visiting UIUC next week!
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Author AJ Lauer to speak in Champaign about imposter syndrome - Chambana Today
STEM leadership expert and author of My Monster Mungo to host book event at The Literary on Oct. 23.
chambanatoday.com
October 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Looking forward to visiting UIUC next week!
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Facilitating 4 workshops and hosting a book signing at The Literary 😄
chambanatoday.com/news/298892-...
#Illinois #author #UIUC #Illini #impostersyndrome
Halloween costume sewing day 1.. good progress on Prince Sidon's jacket.
We've got some legit Zelda cosplay happening this year!
Epaulettes on an 8 yo amuse me.
#sewing #parenthood #motherhood #videogames
We've got some legit Zelda cosplay happening this year!
Epaulettes on an 8 yo amuse me.
#sewing #parenthood #motherhood #videogames
October 11, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Halloween costume sewing day 1.. good progress on Prince Sidon's jacket.
We've got some legit Zelda cosplay happening this year!
Epaulettes on an 8 yo amuse me.
#sewing #parenthood #motherhood #videogames
We've got some legit Zelda cosplay happening this year!
Epaulettes on an 8 yo amuse me.
#sewing #parenthood #motherhood #videogames
This homemade pistachio paste is quite a bit of work to make but y'all.. it's SO good!
For real though it took an hour to peel the pistachios after blanching. 😅
www.seriouseats.com/homemade-pis...
@seriouseatsbot.bsky.social
#Food #baking #homemade
For real though it took an hour to peel the pistachios after blanching. 😅
www.seriouseats.com/homemade-pis...
@seriouseatsbot.bsky.social
#Food #baking #homemade
October 5, 2025 at 2:11 AM
This homemade pistachio paste is quite a bit of work to make but y'all.. it's SO good!
For real though it took an hour to peel the pistachios after blanching. 😅
www.seriouseats.com/homemade-pis...
@seriouseatsbot.bsky.social
#Food #baking #homemade
For real though it took an hour to peel the pistachios after blanching. 😅
www.seriouseats.com/homemade-pis...
@seriouseatsbot.bsky.social
#Food #baking #homemade