Career Strategy with

Planning a career change, aiming for a promotion, or having a specific career goal in mind? This session is designed to help you understand the challenges, map out a strategy, and create a concrete plan to achieve your professional goals. Whether you are changing your career path, advancing in your technical career, or exploring new opportunities, I will help you build a realistic and actionable roadmap to get there.

Why Me?

With my background as a Ph.D., former faculty member, and current researcher/engineer in big tech, I have navigated multiple career transitions and helped others do the same. I understand the unique obstacles professionals face in career shifts, promotions, and professional growth, and I have mentored tens of individuals in successfully planning their next steps with clarity and confidence.

What to Expect

🔹 A detailed discussion on your goals and the challenges you might face.
🔹 Key skills, networking strategies, and resources to support your transition.
🔹 Insights into how to position yourself for success in a competitive job market.
🔹 If your goal requires ongoing guidance, I am available for long-term mentorship to help you execute the strategy effectively.

I am a Principal Researcher at Microsoft, working on AI systems. With 12+ years of experience in both industry and academia, I have successfully navigated career transitions, built strong networks, and thrived in both corporate and academic environments.

I have mentored several dozens of researchers, engineers, and professionals at different career stages—helping them break into big tech, transition between academia and industry (and vice versa), refine their technical focus, and develop long-term career strategies. Many of my mentees have secured roles at top tech companies, advanced in their careers, or successfully pivoted to new opportunities.

Throughout my career, I have defied expectations and broken barriers. Whether it was earning a Ph.D., securing a faculty position, transitioning into big tech, or advancing within it, I encountered skepticism from others. But instead of accepting limitations, I made it happen through strategic planning, resilience, and continuous learning. Now, I want to help others do the same!

If your goal is to break into big tech, transition between academia and industry, or advance in your career, I offer strategic guidance, actionable advice, and mentorship tailored to your goals. Let’s connect and build a roadmap to success!

🌐 Learn more about me: https://sites.google.com/site/spyridonmastorakis
💼 Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spyridon-mastorakis-56438190/
👥 See a list of my current and past mentees: https://sites.google.com/site/spyridonmastorakis/current-and-past-mentees