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Stay authentic and take responsibility for what you send out

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.

Being reliable means consistently meeting your commitments and being someone your team can depend on. When you're reliable, you build trust and respect within your team, which opens the door to new opportunities and professional growth.

Alstom's internal learning videos and courses are a good way to get an overview of a new topic, process or even a new language. In addition, a lot of new things are learned from experiences of other colleagues and during your own work - learning by doing! Try to pick up what is going on besides your own scope, exchange ideas during during a meeting or lunch time and ask questions. So, see you in the cantine?

Tailor Your Resume: Customize your resume for each application. Highlight experiences and skills that align with the job description to make your application stand out. Research the Company: Understanding the company's values, culture, and recent developments can help you articulate why you’re a great fit during interviews. Network Actively: Leverage LinkedIn and professional networks to connect with industry professionals. Networking can open doors to opportunities you may not find through traditional job searches. Prepare for Interviews: Take the time to practice for skill-based interviews by reviewing common interview questions related to the skills required for the position. Prepare specific examples that showcase your skills and achievements, demonstrating how you have successfully applied them in previous roles. This preparation will boost your confidence and help you articulate your value effectively during the interview. Stay Positive: Job searching can be challenging. Maintain a positive mindset, and don't be discouraged by setbacks; each experience is a learning opportunity.

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.

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!

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.

Discover which is the role you would like to play in our community. You do not need to be 100% clear or sure from the beginning of your career. You will have multiple opportunities to find your own way. I have been working at Alstom for more than 30 years and I am still able to grow my motivation through new challenges. The variety of career path opportunities both from a functional and / or from a geographical point of view allows any profile to meet his expectations. We enjoy diversity as a mean to create a the best combination of skill and boost creativity.