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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
Making sure this gets to #WomenInTech #WomenInSTEM and #AcademicSky !
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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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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November 25, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Thanks for the fun time, #sc25! I made it back to CO with all my swag intact!
See you at #sc26 everyone ☺️
November 20, 2025 at 10:39 PM
This just may be the best #sc25 swag I've ever gotten!

#stl #food #conference
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." ❤️🦮
November 17, 2025 at 9:54 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
November 17, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Ok staying in historic St. Louis is pretty cool.. there's cobblestone everywhere and all the buildings are lovely red brick ☺️
And! A cute locally owned grocery and Korean fried chicken.

#hpc #sc25
November 16, 2025 at 11:01 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
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
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 😂
November 15, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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
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
November 12, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Aurora above Boulder, CO right now!

#spaceweather #auroraborealis #northernlights #nature
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
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
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
November 6, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Yes we did!!
November 6, 2025 at 12:11 AM
One of my favorite things about parenting is the random little stuff the kids leave around the house ❤️

#parenting #love #art #graffiti #lovenotes #kids
November 5, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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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November 1, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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
October 30, 2025 at 7:57 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
October 28, 2025 at 2:44 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
October 25, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Reposted by AJ Lauer
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
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
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
October 14, 2025 at 9:08 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
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
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
October 11, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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
October 5, 2025 at 2:11 AM