From Journalism to Tech Leadership: A Journey of Discovery & Empowerment

SheCanCode's Spilling The T

In this episode, we delve into the journey of Janina Voigt, Engineering Director at Celonis, a trailblazing tech leader who found her passion through unexpected twists and turns. Initially drawn to journalism after high school, she soon realized it wasn't her calling. It was only by chance, through her boyfriend's guidance, that she stumbled upon computer science—a field that would shape her future in unimaginable ways.

Join us as Janina shares her experiences, from studying in New Zealand to pursuing a PhD at Cambridge University. After her academic journey, she embarked on a thrilling career at Google, where she evolved from a software engineer to a tech lead, and later, a successful manager.

Join us for a conversation about discovering passion, embracing change, and charting your own path to success.

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1. From Journalism to Tech Leadership (00:00:00)

2. Building Relationships and Mentorship (00:12:25)

3. Navigating Mentoring and Imposter Syndrome (00:16:31)

4. Navigating Self-Doubt and Confidence (00:22:48)

5. Career Growth and Self-Discovery (00:26:28)