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Top Insider Advice
In a world where we’re often told to be ourselves, not many of us actually are. My best advice is to genuinely strive to be authentic. It can be difficult and scary, but at the end of the day, we need voices that dare to stand out. That said, be mindful of how you use AI... it’s easy to point out when someone relies too heavily on it. So, when applying for a job or sending emails, use AI primarily as a grammar and spelling check rather than as the main thing! I love to meet the real you soon!
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
Alstom EMEA
From 09/2023 to 01/2025Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
Working at Alstom is exciting for me due to the unique opportunity to navigate and thrive within a large international matrix organisation. It allows me to focus on continuous learning and the improvement of processes, which I find both challenging and rewarding. The dynamic nature of the organisation keeps me engaged, and I’m constantly inspired by the talented individuals with whom I get to work. Additionally, I am increasing my knowledge in technology and engineering, for example in areas such as obsolescence management. There truly is a wealth of knowledge and innovation in the railway industry that I love exploring.
Greatest achievements
One of my key contributions across our various sites, as well as improving alignment within the larger organisation, has been the initiation of ‘Young Alstom,’ which I developed with a talented colleague. We recognised that, while several sites in the Netherlands have merged into Alstom over the last decade, they often remain physically and culturally apart. We also noticed that young people within the company have similar needs but aren't connected to each other. To address this, we established a solid foundation for the initiative. With strong support and endorsement from management, we are excited to officially launch the program in 2025. It will foster greater connection and engagement among our young employees, support their knowledge and their professional and individual growth, and ultimately strengthen our business objectives and connections to other companies in the sector as well.
Sirine G
Top Insider Advice
I encourage a mindset of lifelong learning. Seek out opportunities for professional development, whether through formal education, online courses, or on-the-job training. This will help you acquire new skills and stay updated on industry trends. Don’t hesitate to propose improvements to existing systems. Innovation often comes from questioning the status quo and seeking better solutions. Your insights can lead to more efficient processes and enhanced outcomes. Work closely with your colleagues and stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges. Effective communication can foster collaboration and lead to the development of systems that truly meet the demands of the organization.
Laura M
Top Insider Advice
Nowadays, we live in an environment that is constantly changing and we have to adapt ourselves to live in uncertainty. My main advice, is that you should not be afraid to accept challenges. Impostor syndrome and the fear of change often does not allow us to express our maximum potential and often keeps us from develop professionally as much as we would like. As we say in Spain, "you have to take the bull by the horns" to be able to move forward and be happy.
Pierre B
Top Insider Advice
Main assets for a company are people - Be reliable, as a company is a sum of individuals. Others much be able to rely on you, your words and your actions.
