S2 Ep. 6 | Career Pivot in Tech featuring Tariro Mupamhadz #UX #womenintech #techpodcasts #leadership

Navigating Career Pivot Points: Insights from Tech Leaders Two Lit Chicks Podcast with Fern Johnson & Tariro Mupamhadz Episode Overview

This episode explores career transitions in the tech industry through the experiences of host Fern Johnson and guest Tariro Mupamhadz. It offers practical strategies for navigating pivotal career moments and developing leadership skills.

Episode Structure Introduction (00:00-01:45)

• 00:00 Opening context: Tariro's move from Japan to London in 2020
• 00:30 Show introduction and welcome to Two Lit Chicks
• 00:59 Introduction of episode theme: Career Pivot Points

Professional Journey & Current Role (01:46-08:40)

• 01:46 Tariro's mentorship experiences and career development
• 03:04 Current role at Charlotte Tilbury - responsibilities and challenges
• 05:04 Discussion of UX research tools and technology implementation
• 06:44 Remote testing capabilities and expanding global research reach

Key Career Pivot Points (08:41-19:20)

• 08:41 Detailed insights from Tariro's experience in Tokyo
• 10:29 Decision-making process behind returning to the UK
• 14:18 Analysis of transferable skills and adapting to new environments
• 17:36 Perspectives on potential future career pivots

Leadership Development (19:21-23:18)

• 19:21 The evolution toward leadership roles
• 19:48 Setting and achieving ambitious career goals
• 20:45 Exploring different leadership styles and approaches
• 21:52 Strategies for effective leadership and team management

Personal & Strategic Considerations (23:19-29:53)

• 23:19 Balancing personal life and family with career decisions
• 25:30 Strategic career planning methodologies
• 27:36 The importance of having a "North Star" to guide career decisions

Support Systems & Reflection (29:54-37:00)

• 29:54 Building mentorship networks and support systems
• 33:02 Letters to future self: aspirations and guidance
• 35:47 Key takeaways and concluding thoughts

Core Themes

• Adaptability during major career transitions
• Leveraging transferable skills across different roles
• The evolving integration of technology in various industries
• Developing authentic leadership approaches
• Creating balance between personal and professional aspirations
• Establishing strong mentorship relationships