The Power of Mentoring in IT: Be a Mr. Miyagi or Find One - Lecture

Discover the transformative power of mentorship in this engaging conference talk from GeeCON Prague 2022. Explore the 'what', 'who', 'how', and 'why' of mentoring through the speaker's personal experiences, drawing parallels to the iconic Mr. Miyagi from 'The Karate Kid'. Learn how mentorship has shaped the speaker's journey from karate to law and ultimately to IT, highlighting its crucial role in career development. Gain insights into the importance of mentorship in the tech industry and its potential to benefit the community, employers, and clients alike. Examine research-backed evidence supporting the speaker's ideas and experiences. By the end of this talk, understand how to harness the power of mentoring and make a significant impact in your professional life, whether as a mentor or mentee.