Mastering Your First 90 Days in iGaming

In this episode of The iGaming Experience, host Sam Bhatti broadcasts from Zebra Studios in Podgorica, Montenegro, to provide newcomers and even seasoned professionals with a comprehensive roadmap for their first 90 days in the iGaming industry. Bhatti elaborates on essential practices to transition from feeling overwhelmed to thriving in the sector by focusing on understanding the business structure, the industry vocabulary, product familiarity, and building valuable relationships. He shares actionable tips and common mistakes to avoid, while emphasizing the importance of gaining context, asking strategic questions, and staying curious about the product. Bhatti offers advice on generating personal reports, connecting with mentors, and taking ownership of tasks. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make a memorable impact in their early days in iGaming. 00:00 Introduction to The iGaming Experience 00:30 The Importance of Your First 90 Days 03:40 Getting the Ball Rolling: First Steps 06:15 Learning the Landscape: First Month 08:12 Understanding Industry Vocabulary 13:10 Diving into the Product 16:30 Settling In: Second Month 20:26 Applying Your Skills in Month Three 20:59 Taking Ownership and Reducing Ambiguity 21:35 Building Cross-Functional Relationships 23:13 The Importance of KPIs and Reporting 26:07 Common Mistakes in the First 90 Days 30:34 Accelerating Your Learning 38:04 Winning the First 90 Days 39:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thanks for listening to The iGaming Experience podcast—your spot for learning about the world of iGaming from people in the game. Shoutout to our sponsor Zebra Solutions, pushing the boundaries of tech innovation in iGaming. Check them out at zebrasolutions.me to see how they're making life easier for operators. Let's connect! Follow Zebra Solutions on LinkedIn for industry updates and to boost our egos: linkedin.com/company/zebra-solutions-me, and connect with me personally on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/sambhatti. If today's episode provided you any value, please let me know by subscribing, rating, and sharing with your network. That's what all the cool people are doing... Need more iGaming in your life? Catch all our episodes here.