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Embracing Career Challenges, Non-Linearity, and Learning Opportunities with Augustina Adjei

Winning the Powerlist Award at the Makers Women in Software Awards 2023

The reason we're talking to Augustina today is her remarkable achievement in winning the Powerlist Award at the Makers Women in Software Awards 2023. These awards celebrate and highlight the achievements of women in the software industry, a field where women make up only 8% of developers.

The Powerlist Award recognizes up-and-coming technology professionals. Augustina qualified for the award in the software category but what's unique is that she did not nominate herself – instead, she discovered that a friend had nominated her in recognition of her passion for technology and helping others.

When she learned that she had won the award, Augustina's initial reaction was one of shock and confusion. She received the news unexpectedly and was caught entirely off guard. Still, Augustina couldn't be more grateful for her friend’s nomination and invaluable support.

Embracing Career Challenges, Non-Linearity, and Learning Opportunities

For Augustina, 2023 has been marked by both highs and lows and receiving the Powerlist Award has reminded her that she can achieve what she sets her mind to, igniting her determination to excel in her career, personal life, and within the broader field of technology.

In her journey, Augustina faced challenges, including the lack of diversity and the need to discover her unique learning style, which she did with the help of tools from Arm. Overcoming these challenges and learning more about herself has been a rewarding experience that has shaped her career at Arm. She emphasizes the importance of not giving up and the non-linear nature of careers.

Augustina shares that most of her learning and development she attributes to her amazing team – always willing to take time to help and build her confidence in both her role and personal skills. It’s part of what she finds great about Arm – the people and their willingness to help and support.

A Passion for the Innovative Tech Industry

Augustina's journey aligns with her personal and professional goals. She is passionate about the software industry's innovation and its fundamental role in shaping the broader technology landscape. Her time at Arm has deepened her appreciation for the industry's significance, and she's motivated to continue her career within it.

She shares, "I think it's the impact Arm has on the ecosystem that makes me really passionate about my work here. Whenever I'm in meetings and learning that partners want something specific or they have certain plans, it's really cool to think about the fact that something that you're doing on a computer in Cambridge, at your desk, is going to work to create a legacy. It's a powerful feeling."

Augustina believes that her work can make a significant impact on the industry as a whole, too. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and collective efforts in driving meaningful change.

It's really cool to think about the fact that something that you're doing on a computer in Cambridge, at your desk, is going to work to create a legacy. It's a powerful feeling.

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