Have you ever wanted to try something but held back because you felt like you weren’t “good enough”? Maybe you worried about being judged. Often, the environment and the community around us play an important role.

Here’s a little story: Last week, I decided to play the piano on a public beach. I’m not exactly a virtuoso—I was following some people who were really talented. But I thought, why not? Let’s have fun with it. In the photo, I might look like I am playing something impressive, but in reality, I was playing “Pop Goes the Weasel”. While I played, a surfer skipped up from the beach, clapping and cheering along. It was such a small gesture, but it made my day!

One of the most impactful things we as individuals can do for women in tech is support each other and be role models for others to do the same. While the industry works toward greater inclusivity, never underestimate the power of small, daily actions. They add up and create an overall stronger tech community. Here are three things I am mindful of every day: