To mark International Women’s Day, Magic FinServ had the pleasure of inviting our remarkable women employees to share their wishes, experiences, and advice on this special day with us.

It is no secret that women are widely underrepresented in business, and females equate to less than 30% of the FinTech workforce.

Let’s take this time to celebrate the women who are making a difference in advancing opportunities in the FinTech space and hear their stories.

The world needs more women who are unapologetically themselves, who embrace their flaws and celebrate their strengths. We are that woman. we have the power to break barriers and shatter stereotypes. Keep pushing forward and inspiring those who come after you. Happy Women’s Day – Nisha Sharma

“A strong woman understands that the gifts such as logic, decisiveness, and strength are just as feminine as intuition and emotional connection. She values and uses all of her gifts.” by Nancy Rathburn. So, always be a first-rate version of yourself instead of a second-rate version of somebody else. – Sharmistha Ghosh

The growth of the company depends on the dedication and hard work of the employees. Applauding the big efforts of our female employees on International Women’s Day who amazingly manage their personal and professional lives together taking the growth of the company to new heights. Being an independent woman is one of the most important steps in achieving your life’s ambitions. Women need to focus on the things in life that make them happy, and not on what makes someone else happy. A strong woman is the one who can dare to raise their voice for the cause she believes in, she is the one always willing to help in empowering the other women. Here’s wishing an amazing Women’s day to the ladies who are furious and magnificent too!! Never settle and never look back.. – Rashmi Tyagi

Marie Curie wouldn’t have won the Nobel Prize twice for her work in radioactivity… Ada Lovelace wouldn’t have written the first computer program in the world. Coco Channel would not have set up an empire (worth millions today) … She would have remained a milliner. If they did not have the courage to break the bar and the ceiling along with it. Hence, sharing the words of Sheryl Sandberg – If you are offered a seat on a rocket ship, don’t be foolish to ask what seat. Just get on. There’s a lot you can gain by seizing the day. Carpe Diem and forgetting that you are just a woman. – Aradhana Khanna

Everything is theoretically impossible, until it is done. Becoming a leader in the tech industry is quite challenging and yet exciting. We must be constant learners and stay on top of trends. Many women believe that they can hardly make it to the top in technology. That is not true. Our skill sets, backgrounds, and experiences can bring a unique perspective to innovative solutions. My advice to women is to seek out new experiences, give your best and dare to fail; take the initiative and ownership of what you do. It will open up more opportunities. We can achieve so many things and go as far as our ambition takes us! Wishing all the incredible women, Happy International Women’s Day! – Ruchi Aggarwal

Do not doubt yourself and stop selling yourself short of your abilities and capabilities, you are more than what you think! Do not limit your potential, be fearless to take on challenges and push boundaries in order to learn and grow. – Shikha Sharma

Be a queen when you think, be a queen when you decide, no one has the power to defeat the tremendous power inside a woman! Her strength can cross any hurdle in her life!” Happy Women’s Day!- Anubha Puri

Let us pave the way for the next woman in tech and encourage her collectively.

The future of FinTech is female.

Happy International Women’s Day!

While we all should be calling our mother more and appreciating her daily, Mother’s Day is a great way to show your mom or the mom in your life that you love her and to thank her for everything she has done for you.

We asked a few of our Magic FinServ women members to relate their favourite ways to celebrate the holiday, and what they have learnt from their kids. Read on below!

How are you celebrating Mother’s Day this year?

“For me every day is a Mother’s Day because I am blessed to have my own mother talking to me daily and enquiring how I am today, what I have eaten etc. On the other hand, I am privileged to be mother of my 8-year-old daughter, who reminds me of my love, bond and honestly too much work to be done for her ” – Sharmistha Ghosh, Managing Consultant, Platform Testing

“I will be sending gifts to my mother and mother-in-law. I may go to watch movie with my son.” – Shweta Sharma, Consultant, Sales

“Well, we have still not discussed about Mother’s Day plan for this year. My daughter always plans it for me right from the gift she wants to give it to me to the entire day plan.” – Rashmi Tyagi, Assistant Vice President, People Matters

“I will be celebrating this special day at home. I will cook something special for my mother, will spend time with her & my son.” – Deepika Pant, Assistant Manager, People Matters

DID YOU KNOW – Americans plan to spend $31.7 billion on Mother’s Day-related gifts and activities in 2022.

Source – National Retail Federation

Do you have any special Mother’s Day traditions?

“I am a first-time mother, and my son is just 6 months old so this Mother’s Day will be my first experience and I am excited to discover new traditions.” – Komal Sharma, Consultant, Advisory

“Not really, but yes, she tries to surprise me with her small-small gifts, and this starts from the midnight.” – Rashmi Tyagi, Assistant Vice President, People Matters

“I am sure my daughter will make a beautiful handmade card and will write “Mumma I love you ” with butterflies filled with rainbow colors.” – Sharmistha Ghosh, Managing Consultant, Platform Testing

Did You Know – Flowers and a card for mom are a pretty standard gift. Americans purchase an incredible 113 million cards for the holiday every year.

Source – National Retail Federation

What kind of gift do you prefer to receive on Mother’s Day: homemade, purchased or experiential?

“I have brought a simple soft saree to beat this summer heat for my mother and she will be delighted, will get lots of blessings. “– Sharmistha Ghosh, Managing Consultant, Platform Testing

“Gifts I believe in any form are exciting.” – Komal Sharma, Consultant, Advisory

“I always eagerly wait for the homemade cards that my daughter prepares for every special occasion be it Mother’s Day or my Birthday.” – Rashmi Tyagi, Assistant Vice President, People Matters

“It actually depends since my son is too young to decide on gifting me something, he may end up making a card for me.” – Deepika Pant, Assistant Manager, People Matters

Did You Know – 46% of Americans value finding a gift that’s unique or different, and 41% value finding a gift that creates a special memory. This might be why 27% of shoppers are planning to purchase an experience, such as a concert or sporting event.

Source – National Retail Federation

What have you learned from your children?

“There is so much I have learnt and experienced in the past few months but the most important thing I have learnt is to be joyful as my baby is a happy kid and after a hectic day it’s really fun to spend time with him.” – Komal Sharma, Consultant, Advisory

“Patience and clear communication is a must with kids.” – Shweta Sharma, Consultant, Sales

“To be curious, inquisitive about lots of stuff in the world. Every day she asks ‘n’ number of questions on different topics related to different countries, their cuisines, their languages, geographies, uniqueness, culture etc. On a lighter note, I have learned making emojis by hand, and off late have started listening to K-POP music because of her latest craze for Bands like BLACK PINK and BTS.” – Rashmi Tyagi, Assistant Vice President, People Matters

“To be always happy, even with the smallest things.” – Deepika Pant, Assistant Manager, People Matters

What’s the best thing about being a mom? And the hardest?

“Best thing about being a mom is you always have your kid around you, and they can turnaround your day in seconds. Hardest part I believe is feeding them. Needs a lot of patience.” – Komal Sharma, Consultant, Advisory

“I love their innocent questions. As a mom I love all the moments when we feel proud when they do well or when we arrange little things for them to see them having fun. The hardest part is also when all blame comes back to us as a mom if anything goes sideways.” – Shweta Sharma, Consultant, Sales

“The best thing about being a mom is the unconditional love we have for each other. She is Mumma’s daughter. The kind of bond we share I believe it will be hard to find. More than a daughter she is a friend. We love spending time with each other, cuddling each other for hours, just lie down in bed while sharing our stories, daily routine, experiences etc. We cherish every moment we spend together, be at home or during our regular weekend outings. Hardest thing would be to show more patience when she acts stubbornly.” – Rashmi Tyagi, Assistant Vice President, People Matters

“Best thing is that you have to be active, good listener, empathetic & be like octopus to do multitasking. This is hardest as well.” – Deepika Pant, Assistant Manager, People Matters