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.
Have you ever thought about mentoring someone? Embarking on a journey with a mentee will enormously benefit not only them, but also yourself. But how does one actually become a mentor? What are the things you need to consider beforehand, how do you choose the right mentoring program and what benefits can you expect from the experience? Read on to find out all the answers to these questions.
If you’re shackled to who you are now, you can’t recognize or reach for who you might become in the future. We all are facing the difficulty that as the world changes so quickly, the future becomes far less predictable, our options become exponentially increased, and the way we need to think about these options shifts. Today, we need an endless amount of information which might make it even harder to make decisions. The world around us has certainly become more complex and it makes us need to think differently than ever before. That is why we talk about the VUCA world (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity).
Most large corporations use tests, similar to IQ tests, to select candidates. Performing well on an IQ test may be the difference between getting hired or not, or getting a promotion. What are key strategies to score higher in IQ tests? Tips from an IQ tests creator.
When we think about our careers, we tend to look inwards rather than what’s around us. Sometimes it seems like all that matters when moving forward is our experience and hard skills. What we tend to forget is that our surroundings and the people we interact with also play a huge role in shaping our paths.Let’s take a look at why networking shouldn’t be overlooked and how the Femme Palette programs can help you build and broaden your circles!
Have you heard of microaggression before? Maybe it's something you have experienced yourself or even told to others without actually knowing it. To understand the issue better, let's figure out what microaggression is and how to deal with it.
Veronika Stastna, a Lifestyle Product Manager at Top4Sport, joined mentoring to help her settle in her new job. Together with her mentor, Barbora Gerslova, the Country Sustainability Manager at IKEA, they managed to only overcome the various challenges at Verca’s work, and can also confirm that, when it comes to mentoring, preparation is key as you get out as much as you give in.
