In our latest interview, we sat down with Valentyna Chycha, Senior Software Test Engineer at Paylocity, who shared an inspiring look into her career journey - from a surprising start in software testing during her studies in Ukraine to a leadership role in a fast-paced U.S. tech environment. Valentyna reflects on the power of resilience, mentorship, and self-advocacy in navigating challenges such as micromanagement and underrepresentation. Her thoughtful insights highlight how continuous learning, clear communication, and inner confidence can shape a successful and fulfilling career in tech.
We are consistently impressed with the brilliance of our community and the knowledge every member has to offer. That’s why we asked our members to share their knowledge with everyone! This Member post is brought to you by Patrycja Szuscik, Co-founder at Les Goodies.
Do you have an idea to fill a gap in the market? Are you thinking of new ways to make money? Do you dream of a side gig but struggle to turn it into reality? If you long for your big idea to gain momentum, you need to be (well-) connected, committed and concentrated. Try implementing these three rules and get ready to take your side hustle to the next level.
In February, we kicked off a brand-new leadership program where you can build your skills, develop talents and reach a goal of being a great leader. To celebrate the expansion of the Femme Palette portfolio, we created a list of the most important qualities every leader should possess. Good news is that you can acquire all of these in our 6-months program.
I had a lot to learn when I jumped from managing a small team in an office to an online environment. I realized quickly that I had to make some adjustments in how I communicated and was present for my team in this environment. Everyone has their own working routines and habits just like they would in an office.
This Member post is brought to you by Kateryna Keretsman, ex-Head of BDR Team at Socialbakers, who is not only the member of the Femme Palette community but also a mentor and mentee in our Mentoring program! In this article, she shares some tips for those who are starting their journey as managers.
Do you remember when you got out of school and were full of dreams, ideas and big plans? And then, what happened? Did they get swollen with time, became reality, or got forgotten? If it’s not the dreams, then what draws you to the office desk? Is it your salary, your status or is it the people you talk to and get inspired by? If the latter resonates with you, you are on the right track. Because as many bosses agree, every business is about people! And who sets the tone for the team? The leader. Read how to become the boss you always wanted to have.
We are consistently impressed with the brilliance of our community and the knowledge every member has to offer. That’s why we asked our members to share their knowledge with everyone! This Member post is brought to you by Jana Vesela, Head of Testing at Inventi.
Giving feedback - something you might dread but have to do regardless if you are in charge of a team. Performance reviews, project wrap-ups and self-reflections are all part of daily operations. But now that most of us work remotely, how can you encourage and inspire your team to do their best from the comfort of their home? Giving constructive feedback might be easier than you think!
