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**Informative post alert** When we talk about upcountry expansion, this is what we mean - each new market benefiting immensely from our variety of products, amazing prices and our physical presence :) The impact is notably impressive: our efforts in newly activated areas are demonstrating the power of bringing our services closer to more people :) The positive feedback from these communities highlights the importance of our mission. But this is just the beginning! As we continue to make the pleasant noise on these busy streets :) and highlight our unbeatable deals, the momentum keeps building. 📈 Check out this short video to have a feel of a normal day in the market :) Stay tuned for more updates as we keep pushing boundaries and reaching new heights & make a real difference! #UpcountryExpansion #Growth #CommunityImpact #SuccessStory #Sales&Innovation

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Is technology development more important than employee well-being? 🤔 📊 According to the Global Talent Trends 2024 report, 52% of managers prioritize investing in Gen-AI, while only 32% focus on team well-being. I think these numbers are disappointing. Employee well-being is essential for satisfaction and directly impacts the company’s performance by increasing efficiency, engagement, and overall results. However, 82% of employees report experiencing burnout, often due to low pay (43%) and work overload (37%). Well-being is not only about taking care of your mental health, but also about professional development. An example are companies that offer their employees opportunities to develop and expand their skills. This approach can build commitment and motivation in the team.  I think needs to be a balance in investment priorities. Choosing technology over employee health isn't the answer. How does your company support employee well-being? #AI #wellbeing #HR #work

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Yesterday, Eugene Valchkou (Engineering manager in the US) and I had a fantastic session reviewing resumes, and it was filled with great recommendations. I highly recommend watching this video especially if you're a Software Developer or QA! I've gathered the most crucial points for you: 1) Tailor your resume to be highly relevant to the position you're applying for. When reading it, the recruiter should have no doubts about who you are and what your strengths are. If you have extensive and diverse experience, create multiple versions of your resume tailored to different roles. 2) Showcase achievements that align with your responsibilities. Developers should highlight improvements in response times or the implementation of new technologies, rather than increased sales. UX/UI designers can mention boosting conversions or user satisfaction if they worked on related projects. 3) When seeking employment in the United States, use an American resume template and include a U.S. location and phone number. Remember to effectively "sell" your expertise and skills, as this is essential in American market. 4) Additionally, save your resume in PDF format to maintain consistent formatting. 5) For Americans, leadership qualities encompass responsibility, decision-making, drive, and contribution, rather than people management. Demonstrate your willingness to take ownership of projects, products, and engineering decisions in your resume. Check out the full video at this link https://lnkd.in/g4Erbc7G

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DataArt, in collaboration with its partners and the Med Help Dnipro NGO, has successfully raised $268K to supply life-saving medical equipment and resources. We also thank all participants in the project and the Support Ukraine initiative, especially Yulia Kolkatova, Senior JavaScript Developer and active volunteer, for her coordination and support. These funds have provided essential assistance to stabilization points, medical evacuation teams, and anti-shock rooms, helping save lives and deliver critical care to the wounded. Thanks to this joint effort, 251 units of vital medical equipment have been financed and delivered. https://lnkd.in/gsnqKrEs #DataArt #StandWithUkraine #SupportUkraine #DataArtVoices

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Are you the right fit for the US management positions? We discussed this in detail in our new episode with Alex Shubin, who just landed a new job as Director of Product Management at Docusign (ex Dropbox, Adobe, Zillow, Yandex). Watch our video at this link, and below are some key insights from our conversation: 📄 A manager's resume should focus on leadership qualities, strategy development, and people management. It's important to show specific results: for example, how you built a team, implemented processes, and achieved certain KPIs. 💼 Alex recommends approaching interviews as partnership conversations, especially for high-level positions. It's crucial to clearly understand and be able to explain what you can offer the company and how to solve their specific problems. 🗣 Interviews for leadership positions place a strong emphasis on behavioral questions. You may be asked about difficult situations with subordinates or disagreements with management to understand your approach to problem-solving. 🤝 Cultural fit plays an important role in hiring. Employers assess how well your work approach aligns with the team and company culture overall. 💰 When receiving an offer, it's always worth negotiating salary. Companies usually give offers at the lower or middle range, expecting you to negotiate. What difficulties have you experienced in searching for a manager position, and what life hacks do you know? Would you like me to elaborate on any part of this translation or provide additional information about job searching for managers in the USA? https://lnkd.in/gzYEmX9e

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From Green card to Gym card: navigating US fitness culture 🇺🇸🏃‍♀️ On yesterday's livestream with André Remati, we dove deep into sports and fitness culture in the US for newcomers. Here are some key takeaways, and you can catch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/guB3H9WV 🏃‍♂️ Hiking and running reign supreme in the US fitness scene. A whopping 60 million Americans (15% of the population) are runners, compared to just 5% in Russia. California's perfect weather and stunning landscapes make it a hiker's paradise. 🏋️ Early bird gets the workout! US gyms are buzzing at dawn. I was shocked to find every machine taken at 6 AM. For many Americans, breaking a sweat before work is the norm. 💃 Salsa fever is real in states with big Latino communities. Free salsa lessons in parks are a thing in Texas, California, and Florida. It's a fun way to break the ice and meet new people. 🚣 Rowing's no joke, especially if you're on the lighter side. Prepping for the police academy test, I realized that at 110 lbs, I had to work way harder than heavier folks to hit those rowing targets. Real water rowing, though? That's a killer morning workout. And what's the deal with Americans wearing clothes in saunas? What's pickleball and why is everyone obsessed? Speaking of the police academy, why did they swap the classic run-and-pushup test for a 2000-meter rowing challenge? What culture shocks have you experienced abroad? How do you stay fit in your new home?

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How to find a job in the Latin American, European, and US markets today 🤑 We had an insightful live session with Sveta Falkovsky ✅, an international recruiter with over 20 years of experience. We discussed in detail the current job market situation for tech professionals and other specialists in the international arena. Here are some of the most interesting insights from our conversation: 🟡 When relocating, there are two separate issues: legalization and job search. A person is hired either for their unique qualifications that the company lacks or they have to compete with everyone else on the local job market on equal terms. For a company to cover all your expenses as an expat, you need to be a rare specialist. 🟡 The most popular countries for tech professionals to relocate to currently are Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ireland, as well as the UAE, Georgia, Armenia, and Serbia. In the future, there is an expected increase in demand for specialists in Latin America (Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Costa Rica) as many companies are moving their divisions there. 🟡 Tech salaries in Russia are among the highest in the world, except for the United States. Therefore, when moving to Europe or Latin America, many turn up their noses at the lower incomes. For example, for managers in Europe, the ceiling is around 10,000 euros per month before taxes. 🟡 All successful relocation cases recently involve a candidate being recommended by someone within the company. It is almost impossible to land a good position as a complete outsider. Therefore, it is crucial to create a LinkedIn profile, write posts, and connect with people from companies of interest. 🟡 In almost all countries, except for the US, proficiency in the local language, not just English, is necessary for good employment. For example, in Mexico, Brazil, and Germany, it will be very difficult to build a career without knowledge of the official language, even in international companies. English will only suffice for internal communications but not for interacting with local clients and colleagues. Watch our full live session at this link: https://lnkd.in/g-vcsb4H

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What do recruiters see on LinkedIn when you set the "Open to work" badge? What happens when you click "I'm interested" on a company's profile? The difference between "I'm interested" and "Follow". Ivan Doronin showed how this looks from a recruiter's perspective, what are the advantages of these features for job seekers, and why it's essential to use them to draw the attention of HR professionals and hiring managers to your resume. This is a bonus part from our live stream with Ivan Doronin about job searching in Europe and the Middle East. https://lnkd.in/gsFgYnF8

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Dear Colleagues! I have started to run a professional Telegram channel "Kate HR Update" about career development in Tech for a Russian-speaking audience. On this channel, I share my thoughts on what helps to build a successful career while not losing yourself. Please join me on Telegram @kate_update2024

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🐣Recently, I had a conversation with a colleague about how we started our careers, and it brought back memories of my early days in HR. Starting out in tech in Belarus, the perception of HR wasn’t exactly inspiring. Many saw it as a "supportive" role in the most trivial sense—think coffee runs for candidates, ordering pizza for team Fridays, and organizing team-building events. Friends even joked about my choice, saying, “You really want to be that person?”😑 I jumped into my HR career, a little naive but excited to work with people. And you know what? At first, I was doing those exact things they teased me about😂—making coffee for candidates (I love coffee, so why not?), organizing pizza deliveries (less exciting, but someone had to do it), and planning team events. I also found ways to make the job more than they imagined. With a light workload during recruiting off-seasons, I started a company cover band 🎸—complete with software developers on guitar, an IT guy as our frontman, and even a department head on drums! I played piano and sang. We performed at every corporate party, and while it wasn’t exactly "HR work," it boosted engagement and retention (100% for our band members, at least😆). Back then, my impact on the company’s growth wasn’t anything huge, but I always felt valued and respected by my colleagues. More importantly, I genuinely enjoyed every single day, even if it didn’t do much for my professional HR career. Those years were packed with fun and left me with lessons that still stick with me today: - Being supportive and helpful as an HR professional builds trust and relationships. And let’s be real—it doesn’t make you any less professional to go the extra mile for a colleague. - Setting boundaries while avoiding a "that’s not my job" mindset creates opportunities to grow in unexpected ways.  Sometimes, it’s not just about the skills you gain but the perspective and resilience you develop along the way. 👇Me in the middle trying to eat the micro😁🎤

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How to find job in Silicon Valley? Following yesterday's livestream with Olga Pronina, Senior Engineering Manager at Cruise here are the key takeaways from our conversation: 🏢 Despite talk of a recession, approximately 60% of all tech jobs remain concentrated in Silicon Valley. Moreover, many professionals who moved to other states during the pandemic are now returning due to the introduction of hybrid work arrangements. 💼 Manual QA is one of the few positions being actively outsourced, while QA Automation and Software Development in Test remain in high demand in the US. With AI advancement, many new opportunities are emerging in test automation and framework development. ⚖️ Work-life balance is always a personal choice rather than an employer-imposed condition. Successful managers typically spend about 5-6 hours daily in meetings and decision-making, dedicating the remaining time to strategic planning. 🎯 When preparing for interviews, it's important to not only improve your English but also become comfortable with different accents of interviewers. It's helpful to watch YouTube courses from Indian or Chinese instructors in your field to better understand various accents during interviews. 🎓 While university prestige rarely plays a decisive role in hiring, having a Computer Science degree is becoming increasingly important even for product manager positions. Whether the education was online or in-person matters less - employers focus on the program and the degree earned. What do you think is more important for a career in Silicon Valley - technical skills or the ability to present yourself effectively in interviews? Would you like me to elaborate on any of these points or share additional insights about job searching in Silicon Valley?

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🎙 Thrilled to be part of #BluzBrothersPodcast! We discussed everything you need to know about transitioning into IT careers: 🤔 Is it the right move for you? 📚Top learning resources & strategies 💼My personal journey into the tech world Put on your headphones and join us on this journey into the world of IT! 🔊

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4 Years of Work in Two Posts: Why I Decided to Blog Again Recently, I posted about a trip to Uzbekistan. Coincidentally, my last article was also about this country but published four years ago. At that time, my team and I were beginning the development of Uzbek projects. I needed to understand the peculiarities of the local market; I had certain expectations, not all of which turned into reality. Four years later, comparing old and recent posts, I realize how challenging the journey between them was and how many of my team's exciting cases I didn't spotlight in everyday work. For instance, over these years, Eastwind has become the leading CVM developer in the CIS region, based on the number of implementations for telco. It is a significant achievement, but I didn't find time to notice it! We just recently posted about it, though could do it a year ago, at least. Some thoughts on this matter: 👉🏻 Talking about our achievements, difficulties, and failures is useful, first and foremost, for ourselves. In continuous work, it's essential sometimes to stop and summarize the results—to understand where we are, how we got here, what is stopping us, and what is helping us. 👉🏻 Sharing your honest experience helps you receive valuable feedback. Immersing yourself in subjectivity can always lead to missing essential points in your work. Comments and thoughts from others in the industry help you look at the project with fresh eyes. The bottom line is that I'll write regularly on LinkedIn again and try to find time for this in my schedule. #Contributing is important, and I would like my posts to be helpful to others, too. After all, this is how we develop a professional community. Share if you also pay attention to contributing and how you do it. And what do you see as the value of a professional blog? BTW, here are those articles about Uzbekistan: 4 years ago (https://t.ly/HZO3g) and last week (https://t.ly/7CP8i). Notice the difference? :)

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The Russian mentality — your friend or foe? I've gathered several insights from our yesterday's livestream with André Remati. Be sure to watch it at this link, and as usual, share your experiences in the comments — does your mentality help you abroad? 🧠 Americans tend to focus more on positives and a person's strengths rather than weaknesses. This is apparent from childhood — for example, schools have a Show and Tell program where children talk about their interests, developing presentation skills and self-confidence. 🤐 In the US, it's not customary to give unsolicited criticism or advice. Even if they don't like something, Americans are more likely to stay silent than speak about it directly. This is considered a display of politeness and respect for personal boundaries. 💼 Americans are specialists, not generalists. They deeply develop one strong side, becoming experts in a narrow field, while people from the CIS often try to be a "jack of all trades". 🧘‍♀️ It's important to learn not to overwork and respect work-life balance. In the US, it's considered unhealthy to stay late at work, unlike the culture of "endurance" and workaholism in CIS countries. 🌟 Don't be ashamed of your roots and culture. Despite the complex political situation, you can be proud of your people's rich history and achievements, focusing on the present and future.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Your thoughts? https://lnkd.in/gy3b_iBP

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🌟 Exciting Opportunity to Elevate Your Sales and CRM Strategies! 🌟 Hello LinkedIn connections! As a dedicated CRM and Sales Development Specialist based in Warsaw, Poland, I'm thrilled to offer my expertise in CRM implementation and lead generation strategies to startups and growing companies looking to optimize their sales processes and customer management systems. Here's what I can bring to your team: Expert CRM Implementation: With extensive experience in customizing and managing CRM platforms, especially HubSpot, I ensure seamless integration and setup to fit your specific business needs. Proven Lead Generation: Leveraging cutting-edge tools and strategies, I excel in identifying high-potential leads and nurturing them through personalized communication and strategic outreach. Sales Strategy Development: I craft tailored sales strategies that align with your business goals, focusing on maximizing efficiency and boosting your bottom line. Training and Support: Not only do I set up your CRM, but I also provide comprehensive training to your team, ensuring everyone is proficient and can leverage the CRM to its full potential. I'm currently open to freelance projects and would love to discuss how I can help your business achieve remarkable growth and streamlined operations. Let's connect and explore how effective CRM strategies and robust lead generation can transform your sales results! Feel free to contact me directly here on LinkedIn or via email at [email protected]. Let's make your customer relationships and sales processes your competitive advantage! #CRM #LeadGeneration #SalesDevelopment #HubSpot #BusinessGrowth #DigitalMarketing #FreelanceConsultant #CRMImplementation #SalesStrategy

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Encouraged by the wonderful responses, hundreds of comments and likes on Facebook, I decided to post this also in Linkedin, but this time in English. As you might know Asana's number one priority has always been diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to equitable hiring, to make sure our offices, teams and departments are equally filled by WTGNC and non-WTGNC representatives (Women, Transgender and Gender Non-conforming). 🌈 It starts at the top and organically cascades throughout the entire organization - our C-staff is 60% female, which is not usual, especially in Tech companies. ♀️ Poland is a challenging market in that sense, we still have a lot to do in terms of diversity, we're still observing more senior candidates to be mostly male. How would we keep diversity as a priority in our Polish office? 1. We support different non-profit organizations dedicated to diversity and support for minorities. 2. Internally, we have various initiatives and communities that focus on inclusion and diversity - Asana Women, Gigabyte (Asana Women Tech), AsanaPac, Blacksana, Raíz, Team Rainbow, all active and incredibly supporting! 3. We provide a wide range of benefits which secure parents, especially beneficial to women in countries like Poland, where gender roles are still very much defined: - contract of employment for everyone, - 150 PLN daily meal reimbursement for in-office days - full private health care coverage for an employee and 50% of family members - and finally the most important one - family forming benefit Carrot, which allows Asana to cover costs of fertility treatments, IVF, egg freezing, adoption. You can read more about what we do here in my blog post https://lnkd.in/de8kbFiG Help me spread the word by sharing, liking and commenting. And of course, if you'd like to work with us visit asana.com/jobs and help us make a difference!

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🚀 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬! 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 🚀 Madis Sulg is looking for a Product Manager to join our product management team in Estonia. We at Pipedrive are dedicated to crafting experiences that transform businesses. Could you be the visionary we're looking for? 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐃𝐨: 💪 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬: Dive into user psychology, understand their needs, and champion their cause. 🧠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞:Join forces with brilliant minds in product design and engineering to tackle complex challenges and revolutionize our offerings 🔢 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚: Make impactful decisions with data-driven insights. 📈 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐲: Pursue endless opportunities for personal and professional development. 🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲? Click here to start your new chapter at Pipedrive: https://lnkd.in/dtgi3RZz #productmanagement #pipedrive #hiring

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