Lyu Xinmin's Initiative Bridges Information Gaps and Fosters Career Success

A Beacon of Support for Women in the Workplace

Lyu Xinmin, a 29-year-old strategic planner, dedicates her free time to empowering women in their careers. Three months ago, she began offering free online guidance on Xiaohongshu, covering resume reviews, interview strategies, and career planning advice.

Lyu's initiative was born from a desire to bridge the information gap she faced early in her own career. "I just wanted to use my experience to help women who feel lost, like I once did," she explains.

The response was overwhelming. Lyu found herself answering questions whenever she had a spare moment, going beyond her initial plan of helping one or two participants each week. Her efforts have paid off, with many participants securing jobs or finding clarity in their career paths.

Lyu's initiative has blossomed into a network of 13 mutual support groups, covering diverse topics like job applications, workplace development, entrepreneurship, and studying abroad. Lyu and other volunteers organize roundtable meetings and group discussions to address common challenges.

This wave of support has attracted mentors like Chen Yue, a 25-year-old front-end developer who transitioned from electrical engineering to coding. Chen is passionate about increasing female representation in the tech industry, where women make up only 10% of her development team.

Chen offers free guidance to women, both within and aspiring to enter the tech industry. She shares her experiences and helps them make informed decisions about their careers. One case that left a deep impression on her involved a young woman with anxiety disorders who dreamt of becoming a software developer, believing it would allow her to work in isolation. Chen explained the reality of the field, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and communication, and helped her find a more suitable tech-related career path.

Chen believes that women belong in the tech industry and is committed to empowering them to contribute to its progress. Lyu and Chen, along with the growing network of volunteers, are making a significant impact on the lives of countless women, offering them the support and guidance they need to thrive in their careers.