<description>&lt;p&gt;Join us for an inspiring journey with Omotejowho Mentie, an accomplished product designer, illustrator, and creative technologist, as she shares her remarkable transition from Nigeria to the UK tech scene.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Omotejowho unpacks her diverse experiences across various industries and work environments. From navigating large design teams to exhibiting autonomy in independent projects, she offers invaluable insights into the world of product design.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key highlights:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The challenges and triumphs of job hunting in a new country&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bridging cultural gaps in the UK workplace&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing remote work with office life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building a professional network from scratch&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The impact of industry events on career growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Comparing freelance projects with team collaborations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advice for aspiring designers, especially those considering international moves&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Omotejowho also delves into her role as a design mentor, sharing wisdom on resilience, adaptation, and personal growth. She offers a unique perspective on the evolution of product design and the skills crucial for future success in the field.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you're a seasoned designer, a tech enthusiast, or someone contemplating a career move abroad, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories. Tune in to gain insights from Omotejowho's journey and discover how to navigate your own path in the ever-evolving world of tech and design.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a designer who has successfully bridged continents and cultures in her pursuit of excellence in product design. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;⭐ CONNECT WITH US ⭐&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;New LinkedIn Page : &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-stem-podcast"&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-stem-podcast&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;All links: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://linktr.ee/womeninstem_podcast"&gt;linktr.ee/womeninstem_podcast&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: @womeninstem_podcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/womeninstem_podcast/"&gt;https://www.instagram.com/womeninstem_podcast/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Omotejowho Linkedin - &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowhomentie/"&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowhomentie/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Women In STEM Podcast

Kelly Shungu

From Lagos to London: A Product Designer's Tech Journey

OCT 7, 202436 MIN
Women In STEM Podcast

From Lagos to London: A Product Designer's Tech Journey

OCT 7, 202436 MIN

Description

<p>Join us for an inspiring journey with Omotejowho Mentie, an accomplished product designer, illustrator, and creative technologist, as she shares her remarkable transition from Nigeria to the UK tech scene.</p><p>In this episode, Omotejowho unpacks her diverse experiences across various industries and work environments. From navigating large design teams to exhibiting autonomy in independent projects, she offers invaluable insights into the world of product design.</p><p>Key highlights:</p><ul><li>The challenges and triumphs of job hunting in a new country</li><li>Bridging cultural gaps in the UK workplace</li><li>Balancing remote work with office life</li><li>Building a professional network from scratch</li><li>The impact of industry events on career growth</li><li>Comparing freelance projects with team collaborations</li><li>Advice for aspiring designers, especially those considering international moves</li></ul><p>Omotejowho also delves into her role as a design mentor, sharing wisdom on resilience, adaptation, and personal growth. She offers a unique perspective on the evolution of product design and the skills crucial for future success in the field.</p><p>Whether you're a seasoned designer, a tech enthusiast, or someone contemplating a career move abroad, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories. Tune in to gain insights from Omotejowho's journey and discover how to navigate your own path in the ever-evolving world of tech and design.</p><p>Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a designer who has successfully bridged continents and cultures in her pursuit of excellence in product design. </p><p></p><p><strong>⭐ CONNECT WITH US ⭐</strong></p><p>New LinkedIn Page : <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-stem-podcast">https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-stem-podcast</a></p><p>All links: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://linktr.ee/womeninstem_podcast">linktr.ee/womeninstem_podcast</a></p><p>Instagram: @womeninstem_podcast</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/womeninstem_podcast/">https://www.instagram.com/womeninstem_podcast/</a></p><p></p><p>Omotejowho Linkedin - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowhomentie/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowhomentie/</a></p>