In Context Podcast

In Context Podcast
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A podcast for career growth and insights tailored to the African code, no-code and creative community

Episodes

  1. 11/23/2024

    Freelancing In Context with Daniel Abudu

    What does it take to build a successful freelance career in tech and design? In this episode of #FreelancingInContext, we chat with Daniel Abudu, a Webflow Developer and Web Designer, about the secrets to freelancing success. Daniel shares the dos and don’ts of freelancing, how to attract high-paying clients, manage projects effectively, and build a portfolio that gets you noticed. Whether you're a freelancer in tech, creative professional, or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical tips and insights to help you scale your freelancing business. Perfect for anyone interested in remote work, freelancing platforms, and crafting a career that aligns with your goals. Join the conversation: Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 15m

  2. 11/15/2024

    Mentorship, Necessary or Inconsequential? with Izzie Ekong

    Is mentorship overrated or is it the secret ingredient to career success? In this episode of #MentorshipInContext, we sit down with Izzie Ekong, Content Marketer and Co-founder, Tech Marketers Support Initative, to explore the role of mentorship in shaping your career journey. Izzie shares her personal experiences, the value of a good mentor, and practical tips for finding and maintaining impactful mentor relationships. Whether you’re seeking guidance, navigating career challenges, or questioning the hype around mentorship, this conversation offers fresh insights, actionable advice, and tools to make mentorship work for you. Join the conversation: Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 15m

  3. 11/01/2024

    Women In The Workplace: The Parenthood Penalty with Wamide & Favour

    Are women punished for starting families while climbing the corporate ladder? In this episode of #FamilyDynamicsInContext, we sit down with Wamide Animashaun, Ecosystem and Partnerships Director at Propel, and Favour Ajeigbe, Senior Digital Executive at Ogilvy Nigeria, to unpack the “parenthood penalty” faced by women in the workplace. Wamide and Favour share their insights and personal stories on balancing career growth with family life, offering strategies for overcoming biases and navigating these unique challenges. Whether you're on a similar path or simply looking to better understand this issue, this conversation provides valuable perspectives and practical takeaways. Join the conversation: Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 39m

  4. 10/26/2024

    Scaling the mid-level hurdle: The ABCs of stakeholder management with Rachel Onoja

    Why is Stakeholder Management Important? In this episode of #StakeholderManagementInContext, we chat with Rachel Onoja, Head of Innovation & New Markets at TalentQL & AltSchool Africa, about the essential role of stakeholder management in scaling mid-level careers. Rachel shares how effective stakeholder management can open doors to senior roles, offering insights from her own career journey and tips for building relationships that support growth. If you are looking to elevate their career, this episode reveals actionable steps for leveraging connections and managing expectations while moving up the ladder. Join the conversation on Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 25m

  5. 10/18/2024

    The Sunk Cost Fallacy Sunk-cost fallacy: To transition to a different career as a mid level talent or not? with Tobi Adesanya

    How Late is Too Late When it Comes to Career Transitions? In this episode of #CareerTransitionsInContext, we discuss the sunk-cost fallacy with Tobi Adesanya, Senior Product Manager at M-KOPA. Tobi shares insights from his journey, transitioning from engineering to product management, and how he navigated the challenges of switching roles at a senior level. He also discusses strategies for making bold career transitions and provides actionable advice for professionals looking to pivot into new roles, even later in their careers. If you're considering a career change or curious about transitioning into a new field, this episode will give you the confidence and tips you need to take the next step. Join the conversation on Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 49m

  6. 10/18/2024

    Women Leadership in The Workplace- Am I Bossy or Am I Just The Boss? with Ifeoma Nwobu

    Are Female Leaders Really Bossy, or Are They Just the Boss? In this episode of #LeadershipInContext, we discuss the true nature of female leadership with Ifeoma Nwobu, COO at Sendstack. Ifeoma shares insights from her career journey, how she navigates leadership as a woman, and offers practical tips for building confidence in corporate environments. Whether you're aiming for a leadership position or looking to strengthen your leadership skills, this conversation will provide actionable advice to embrace your role as a confident and effective leader. Join the conversation on Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 15m

  7. 10/04/2024

    Hiring for Mid-Senior Level: What HR is Really Looking For | With Emmanuel Faith

    What does HR really want during the hiring process? In this episode, we discuss #HiringInContext with Emmanuel Faith, HR Manager at Africhange. Emmanuel shares insights from his own career journey and practical tips on how mid-level talents can successfully climb the career ladder. Whether you're aiming for a promotion or looking to transition into a more senior role, this conversation will give you actionable advice to position yourself effectively during the hiring process. Share your thoughts and follow the conversations on: Twitter: @incontext_pod Instagram: @incontext_pod

    1h 4m

  8. 09/20/2024

    The Politics of Visibility in the workplace with Tega Gabriel

    Is remote work affecting your chances of growth? In this episode, we discuss #RemoteWorkInContext with Tega Gabriel, Head of Growth at Africhange. Tega shares his journey into marketing, how to navigate office politics and visibility, especially for remote workers. Share your thoughts and follow the conversations on:X (Formerly Twitter)- @InContext_Pod Instagram- @InContext_Pod

    1h 9m

  9. 09/13/2024

    Networking beyond borders with Dolapo Omotosho

    How can you network and advocate for yourself in the workplace? In this episode, we discuss #NetworkingBeyondBordersInContext with Dolapo Omotosho, Revenue Growth Director at TransferGo. Dolapo shares her journey, the importance of self advocacy in the workplace, as well as her networking strategies when she is outside her home country, Nigeria. Share your thoughts and follow the conversations on:X (Formerly Twitter)- @InContext_PodInstagram- @InContext_Pod

    1h 50m

  10. 08/30/2024

    Job Hopping vs Employee Loyalty with William Fatayo

    To job hop for career growth, or not? That is the question. In this episode we discuss #EmployeeLoyaltyInContext with Williams "WTF" Fatayo, the CEO of TruQ who has had his fair share of being on the other side of the divide as an employee in the past. We also dive deep into the motivations for job hopping, how to maximise your standpoint with your current employer, and how to decide when saying goodbye is in your best interest. Share your thoughts and follow the conversations on: X (Formerly Twitter)- @InContext_Pod Instagram- @InContext_Pod

    1h 4m

  11. TRAILER

    Season 1 Trailer

    Welcome to In Context, the podcast for career growth and insights tailored to the African no-code, code and creative community! Join Jo & Oluwatoyin as they have conversations with industry thought-leaders and peers, on how to help junior professionals scale up to mid-level, and mid-level professionals advance to senior roles. Grab a seat and let's explore the career world together.

    1 min

Trailer

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A podcast for career growth and insights tailored to the African code, no-code and creative community

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