Career Curveballs: Navigating Role Transitions in Tech

GDG Lagos

Career Curveballs: Navigating Role Transitions in Tech" is a dynamic session focused on the challenges and opportunities that come with shifting roles within the tech industry. Participants will gain insights into adapting to new responsibilities, mastering transferable skills, and overcoming the uncertainties of career transitions, all while staying ahead in a rapidly evolving field.

Oct 10, 4:00 – 7:00 PM (UTC)

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Key Themes

Career Development

About this event

Career Curveballs: Navigating Role Transitions in Tech" is an in-depth session designed to explore the unique challenges and strategies involved in making successful career pivots within the tech industry. As technology evolves and new roles emerge, professionals often find themselves transitioning into unfamiliar areas, whether it's moving from software development to product management, scaling from a startup to a larger organization, or adapting to leadership positions. This session will provide practical advice on how to handle these transitions, focusing on the importance of transferable skills, continuous learning, and mental agility. Experts will share personal experiences of navigating career changes, overcoming self-doubt, and capitalizing on new opportunities. Attendees will walk away with actionable insights on how to turn career curveballs into opportunities for growth, maintain resilience in the face of change, and stay competitive in the fast-paced tech landscape. This session is ideal for professionals considering a role change, looking to future-proof their careers, or simply seeking inspiration from others' journeys in tech.

Organizers

  • Femi TAIWO

    INITS LImited

    GDG Lagos

  • Omogbolahan ('Gbolahan) Alli

    Devos Inc

    GDG Lagos

  • Jesudetan Onasanya

    GDG Lagos

    Design Lead

  • Karen Chukwu

    Katwig & Dale

    Legal & Partnerships

  • Maryann Onuoha

    Women Techmakers Community Lead

  • Oluwaseyi Ajadi

    Inits Limited

    Cybersecurity Community Lead

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