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The keynote titled "Leading From Where You Are" delivered by Rose Wiegley at RubyConf Mini 2022 explores the importance of leadership in the tech industry, particularly in the context of diversity and inclusion. Rose, a seasoned developer at Shopify, shares her journey and challenges as a woman in tech, urging attendees to embrace their leadership potential regardless of their position or title.

Key Points Discussed:
- **Finding Your Voice**: Rose initially planned a technical presentation but opted instead to focus on leadership, highlighting the pressure many women feel to establish technical credibility.

- **Understanding Context**: She emphasizes the decline of women in tech from the 1950s to the present day, tracing significant historical milestones, such as the creation of COBOL and the introduction of Ruby, while linking these to broader societal issues affecting LGBTQ+ and marginalized communities.

- **The Urgency for Leaders**: Rose argues that there is an immediate need for leadership in tech due to the increasing comfort with sharing harmful ideologies. She cites the statistic that only 30% of programmers are women, underscoring the gap in representation and the importance of diverse voices.

- **What Constitutes Leadership**: Leadership is portrayed not just as a title but as a set of behaviors, including initiating solutions to problems, mentoring peers, and advocating for team members. It involves enabling others and sharing responsibilities rather than merely holding a senior position.

- **Practical Tips to Lead**:
  - Distributing responsibilities to prevent burnout from "glue work," which often falls disproportionately on women.
  - Recognizing and praising leadership behaviors in others, particularly in team settings.
  - Facilitating the voices of quieter team members and encouraging discussion during meetings.
  - Identifying and addressing issues proactively, using structured proposals when permissions are needed for initiatives.

- **Visibility Matters**: Rose stresses the importance of maintaining visibility in one's work to facilitate promotions and mentorship, especially for those from underrepresented groups in technology.

Conclusions and Takeaways:
- Each individual holds the potential to lead from their current position. 
- Emphasizing the necessity of empowering others is crucial for fostering an inclusive tech environment.
- The call to action for all attendees to reflect on their own positions and contributions within their teams and the wider tech landscape.

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