Mastering mentorship: Making the most of your mentoring relationships

SheCanCode's Spilling The T

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your current mentorship dynamics, this episode is packed with practical advice and personal anecdotes to guide you.

We catch up with Beatka Wójciak, Founder & CEO of Chaos Cookie, to explore how to:

• Define Your Goals: Understanding what you want from mentorship is key. We'll help you identify and articulate your objectives.
• Find the Right Mentor: Choosing a mentor can be tricky—it's like picking the right pair of glasses. We'll discuss why a mentor perfect for someone else might not be right for you and why it’s important not to ask friends, coworkers, or bosses to fill this role.
• Understand the Role of Mentorship: Mentorship isn’t therapy, though it can touch on mental well-being. We’ll clarify these boundaries.
• Prepare and Follow Up: Effective mentorship requires preparation. Learn the importance of bringing and reviewing notes, both before and during your meetings.
• Recognise When It’s Time to Move On: All mentorships have a natural expiration date. We’ll talk about how to recognize when it’s time to move on and why it’s okay.
• Own Your Journey: Ultimately, you need to do the work. A mentor can guide you, but the effort must come from you.

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.
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1. Mastering Mentorship (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Mentorship Boundaries (00:13:37)

3. Recognizing When Mentorship Has Ended (00:18:09)

4. Navigating Mentorship Strategies and Ownership (00:23:45)