Listen as Beatka Wojciak, Founder and CEO of Chaos Cookie, shares her remarkable transition from a software engineer at Google to a leader in the game development industry.
Discover how creativity and technology intertwine in tech roles, and glean insights into how design and science come together to create captivating games. Beatka sheds light on the pivotal role of mentorship in career advancement and offers sage advice on goal-setting for mentees to maximise their mentoring relationships.
Maintaining effective mentorship dynamics can be a challenge, but it’s crucial for fostering growth. We discuss the importance of preparation and tracking progress, while also acknowledging the delicate balance between personal and professional boundaries. Learn from experiences of when mentors overcommit and the value of knowing when to step back or hand over the baton. Open communication is key, and navigating overlaps between personal and professional issues with sensitivity ensures a fruitful mentoring experience.
Finally, we explore the signs that a mentorship relationship might have run its course and the benefits of seeking diverse mentors for a well-rounded perspective. We share strategies for finding and becoming a mentor, reminding listeners that mentorship doesn’t always need to be formal. As we reflect on the journey of becoming a mentor, discover how mentees can take ownership by prioritizing their most crucial goals while adapting to the needs and expectations of different mentees. This episode is packed with practical advice and personal anecdotes to help you navigate the complex world of mentorship with confidence.
If you’d like to hear more on this topic, join Beatka & Federica Nocerino, Passionate Marketer, Inclusivity Advocate & Women in Games Ambassador, on our exclusive community webinar.
Beatka and Federica will be delving into the essentials of maximising your mentoring relationships, discovering your life’s passion, and navigating the transition from graduate to junior professional.
