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The AI Impact: Revolutionizing Engagement in Key Sectors In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, host Max and guest Robin Pauwels explore the impact of AI across various sectors, with a special focus on community management, education, and healthcare. They discuss how AI technologies enhance community engagement, improve personalized learning experien...

As a leading innovator in the maritime industry, we are committed to fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the sector ☺️🐳

Last week, our Regional Director - Hanna .zakharava had the privilege of participating in Smart Port Week at The Beacon | Innovation Community. The event commenced with an insightful city tour of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, led by the knowledgeable guide Hans 🤩👌🏽
His captivating narration brought the port’s rich history to life, highlighting its pivotal role in shaping Antwerp’s past and future ☀️

At The Beacon, Hanna was treated to an array of thought-provoking talks and discussions. Furthermore, the presentation on cyber security and process improvement with AI and biometrics opened our eyes to the transformative potential of technology within the industry. We believe that such events provide fertile ground for innovation and collaboration, and we look forward to continuing our active participation in similar initiatives 🎆🌄

Has AI Evolved to Become Mainstream? Exploring the Rise and Impact of Artificial Intelligence In this episode, I'll be hosting Vasil, the Chief Delivery Officer at Sigli. Our conversation will dive deep into the intriguing realm of artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on how it's being integrated and its impact across various industries. We will examine the substantial disparities between....

🌟 Workation Paradise: A Tale from our dear Delivery Manager - Vital! 🌟

Vital returned from an epic workation in the serene South Goa, India. Let’s dive into their adventure!

📍 Destination: South Goa, Carmona Beach

⌛️ Duration: 1.5 months (Time flies when you’re living the dream!)

🧘‍♀️ Balancing Act: Vital mastered the art of work-life harmony. Picture spreadsheets on the beach and mocktails during meetings. It’s the perfect recipe for productivity and relaxation!

🏝️ Daily Grind: Every morning, Vital would set up their laptop under a shady palm tree, armed with sunscreen and a refreshing drink. SPF and Excel, the ultimate power duo!

⏰ Time Warp: Working with a time difference was like living in a time-bending movie. Vital had meetings in their PJs while their colleagues were just waking up. They embraced the sci-fi vibe and became a master of sending emails to the future.

🌊 Workation Perks: Swimming breaks between calls? Yes, please! The ocean rejuvenated Vital, making them ready to conquer their work challenges with fresh enthusiasm.

🌟 Return Mission: Will Vital go back to Goa? Absolutely! The beachfront brainstorming sessions, refreshing swims, and stunning sunsets are calling their name. Round two of workation paradise is on the horizon!

💌 Tips for Workation Warriors:

- Embrace the Goan mantra: Deadlines are like high tides - they come and go, so don’t stress.

- Pack extra sunscreen; your workation tan will be the envy of your colleagues.

- Get ready for an experience that combines work, relaxation, and the beauty of India.

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From coding to conquering, our colleague Artem Pochechuev, Head of Data and AI, shared how engineers are shaping the business world at the AI Lithuania MeetUp!

That was super informative 🚀💼 🔥
We’re you at the meetup?

Good Times & Cool Vibes: Our BBQ Bash!

The air was buzzing with laughter, conversation, and the tantalizing aroma of grilled goodness in 2 different countries!

It was a chance to unwind, connect with colleagues outside the office walls, and enjoy some delicious food.

Honestly, it was the perfect end to a busy week. We’re already looking forward to the next one!

South Africa: A Wildlife and Adventure Wonderland🇿🇦
And we follow in Alia’s footsteps ☺️

Beyond penguins, South Africa boasts a diverse wildlife:

🌱Over 900 bird species, including the iconic blue crane
🐆The ‘Big Five’: lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo
🐋Thrilling surfing experience at the confluence of Indian and Atlantic Oceans
🏄🏽‍♂️Breathtaking marine life visible from the surfboards

South Africa’s breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and stunning sunsets create an unforgettable destination. Its biodiversity and adventure opportunities make it a must-visit for travelers seeking unique experiences✨✨✨

Be honest, who wants to go there already?

Part 1.

Alia’s recent 2-weeks trip to South Africa 🇿🇦 unveils a captivating country that extends beyond the vibrant city of Cape Town.
While Cape Town offers an array of attractions, including the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, stunning beaches 🏝️, and the enchanting botanical garden☘️, it is merely a glimpse of South Africa’s diverse experiences.

For nature enthusiasts, the country boasts an abundance of mountains 🏔️ , each offering breathtaking vistas and a rich tapestry of flora and fauna. The challenging yet rewarding climb up Table Mountain rewards hikers with panoramic views, while the Cape of Good Hope peninsula showcases dramatic landscapes and a wealth of biodiversity💫✨🙌🏾.

Moreover, South Africa’s coastlines are graced by the endearing African penguins 🐧 , adding a unique charm to the beaches. These adorable creatures, waddling around or diving into the ocean 🌊 , create unforgettable moments, highlighting the country’s captivating offerings that extend far beyond the bustling city of Cape Town🙌🏾🙌🏾

What do you think, to go there? 😅

💫5 AI Tools to Save Time & Slay Online Meetings!

Struggling with back-to-back online meetings and feeling burnt out? You’re not alone❤️ Many remote workers (like most of us at Sigli!) face this challenge🙃

We surveyed senior managers across various industries, including media production, financial services, and healthcare. A common pain point emerged: the excessive burden of online meetings😏

These AI tools can help you manage online meetings efficiently, freeing up time for what matters most🫶🏾🙌🏾

Let us tell you how we keep Sigli’s expertise up to date. As we specialize in Data and AI, it’s crucial that every employee has knowledge in this field. This time Adil Aldosh, Sigli’s Data Science Engineer, took the stage during one of our knowledge-sharing sessions with his presentation titled «AI Alchemy.»

And today, we would like to share these insights with you!

Sigli regularly hosts «How It Works» sessions that keep every employee updated in different technological fields. During these meetings, any Sigli employee may present on a topic they have expertise in. By holding these sessions, we not only develop individually but also with the help of each other.

AI with Purpose, Innovation with Impact

Addressing Stress and Burnout in Managers

In this era of knowledge and communication, it’s crucial to prioritize the well-being of managers. Research from Gallup highlights the significant risk of stress and burnout, impacting both managers and their teams.

Here are key strategies to combat stress and maintain focus:

✅Connect with colleagues: Seek support from colleagues to prioritize, find solutions, and improve work-life balance.

✅Schedule walking meetings: Research shows that walking meetings boost mood and focus, providing a break from desk work.

✅Block off ‘power hours’: Allocate specific blocks of time on the calendar for concentrated work, minimizing distractions and protecting time for critical tasks.

✅Seek feedback effectively: Managers often perceive feedback less accurately than individual contributors. To improve performance, seek compassionately direct feedback from senior managers.

✅Prioritize self-care: Engage in activities that promote well-being, such as exercise, mindfulness, and healthy eating.

Have a nice working hours 👏🏻

🎉 Big Announcement! We're going through some exciting changes at Cortlex. We're rebranding, and part of this transformation includes a new name – we're now Sigli! 🌟

This shift reflects our growth 🌱 and vision for the future. 🔮

To learn more about why we chose Sigli and what this means for you, visit our LinkedIn page (Link in the comment). We've shared the entire journey there! 📖

Go now and start following us on Instagram 📸 for more insights on designs and backstage preparations. 🎬✨

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The BIG DATA CONFERENCE EUROPE 2023 was an amazing experience for us 💥

We had the privilege to meet and greet many experts from the Big Data industry, and discuss the various topics presented in the conference.
In addition to that, the networking sessions and the after-sessions were very rewarding. We had the opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences, and learn from each other 🙌

In the end, we had a great time and we left the conference with a lot of new insights and knowledge. We look forward to attending the next edition of the conference, and hopefully, it will be as successful as this one! 💪

The photos shows our conference participants: Artem Pochechuev William De Prêtre and Laura Bachman!

Did you know that we recently participated in ITP Meetup (Antwerp, ), where we unveiled the central idea behind our groundbreaking Initial Training Program initiative! 😁 
 
- the speaker at this event, our Head of JS with 9️⃣ years in software development, Mentorship experience since 2019, Expertise in Angular, React, NodeJS, People and project management skills, who fully disclosed the topic and answered all the questions of the audience 📣 
 
And we are ready to tell you about the top questions that were asked and answered:
- what do we do when a person does not complete the course?
- were we inspired by someone else’s experience before creating the ITP program?
- have we studied competitors in the field?
- is the program a purely internal product or can we sell it as a solution to other companies?
- how Ilya is inspired to move this process forward, what drives him and motivates him to continue the business.
👉 BTW, the answers to these questions will be in the next post (stay tuned).
 
Each of our participants got answers and even more - full immersion in the topic and discussions with Ilya and other guys 🤜 🤛 
 
We look forward to participating in the next meetups and sharing more thoughts on ITP!

       

Our recruiting team has prepared a little advice: HOW TO WRITE THAT VERY CV?

📝 You also could probably see a lot of posts reporting how it’s challenging to pass an interview or create a remarkable CV, right? Let’s take a step back and look at it from the recruiter’s perspective. What difficulties do we face when screening resumes and searching for candidates? Here are some tips to help you design a notable CV that will attract the attention of recruiters:

❗️Include your contacts.

❗️Describe your projects.
❗️Use the right format. Avoid sending your CV in JPG format.
❗️Keep your LinkedIn profile updated.
❗️Include a photo.

Of course, you know how to design your profile better, but we would just like to share some tips that are designed to attract the attention of recruiters. Remember, that being polite and avoiding these mistakes can help you get the desired job offer and save recruiters a lot of time and nerves!

Co-working day in Gdansk! 🇵🇱

It was great to work together, discuss the latest news over lunch, watch Levon’s presentation about Armenia and take a walk around Gdansk after a day of work!

Do you often work in coworking spaces?

Mental health is extremely important for each one of us to have a happy life...
Let us make each and everyone aware that mental health needs our attention…. Wishing a very Happy World Mental Health Day!

Tell us how you deal with a bad day?
What do you do to relax and be a person of work-life balance?

If you're still thinking about going on vacation or not, we answer - go! 👍🏻

And if you still can't decide where to go, our dear JS developer Dima answers - to Italy 🇮🇹

And here's Dima told us about his vacation:
«I am happy to share with you some the nicest moments of my little trip to Italy 🇮🇹 
Took place near Rome in great camping with all necessary accommodation 😏 It was some mix of the harmony of nature and modern life style. On the one hand: forest, fresh air, no city noise and crowded streets, on the other hand: 20 mins to Rome, 20 mins to the sea, 3 mins to huge domestic supermarket, swimming pools, wi-fi and rent car of course 😀
Visited Vatican City, saw Pope of Rome (not so close, but anyway!). Huge lines, overcrowded square - everything was worth it.
The next brilliant day we spent for Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
Touched the history of Ancient Rome, viewed the area of gladiators, moved into the imaginations by motives of “Blood and sand”. Looks the same amazing as it’s claimed. 
For sure, I should highlight Italian cuisine 🧑‍🍳 These guys really know how to cook the most delicious pizza 🍕, pasta 🍝, tiramisu and espresso ☕️! Believe me, local non-tourists places are much better as they have a soul and fantastic quality!
 
Please, have a look a few photos from our family journey 😏 »

Wow, sound really 😎 cool!

Really?

Alright, folks, the debate is still on whether or not to go back to the office, but executives are getting pretty nervous about it. No more free food, yoga classes, or charitable donations to convince people to come in. Nope, now the threats are coming out - termination and performance reviews based on office attendance? Yes! 🙄

Even the tech companies that were all about remote work are changing their minds. Zoom, the video conferencing saviors of the pandemic, are asking employees to come in at least twice a week if they live near a Zoom office. 🏤

👾 And TikTok is even keeping track of when you show up to the office (looks like no more sneaking out to the beach on a Monday afternoon).

🖥 Meta recently revised its return-to-office policy, telling employees they could face termination if they do not come in at least three days a week.

🚚 At Amazon, remote workers must decide whether to move or give up their jobs, with some facing a significantly higher cost of living.

Google, which has asked most workers to be in the office three days a week, announced that performance reviews could take into account lengthy unexplained absences from the office, and badge records could be reviewed to identify those consistent absences. 👀

But remote work is effective, so why the sudden change of heart? It's definitely a scary situation, but every employee should have a choice - go to the office or stay remote. I am all about a hybrid approach - two days in the office, three days in my pajamas. 🏡 💻

What about you guys? Are you ready to pack up your desk and head back to the office or are you holding out for more remote work days? Let's hear it! 💭 🙌

September is the month of work trips! ✈️

Our company has done an incredible job of meeting clients and attending interesting events.
Belgium - Netherlands - Switzerland…

And it's not the end of the month yet😹🤌🏻

Do you often go on work trips?

Veronika .manzhos is our YoloWinner🫰🏻
Veronika became the winner of Yolomonth 3 times - she earned the largest number of yolos✨✨✨🤌🏻

And thanks to her activity - Veronika organized a legendary !

Participate and enjoy your trips!

Happy Programmer's Day 2023, GUYS!
 
Genetic code is also a program, but created by nature itself.
And it is obvious that your DNA program contains all the best: analytical mind🫰, amazing imagination🫵, as well as diligence, determination✌️and desire to make this world more comfortable. ✊
 
Thank you for your work! May you have the best in your life!

Software testing is not an easy job🤔

The tester should be able to think as a user, analyze the system’ behavior, input parameters and obtained results as an engineer who takes part in software development🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻

We’d like to congratulate our testers, who fights with various bugs and errors, knows where are the bugs from and wish them all the best💚

Work-life balance ☯️ - something we think about all the time at Cortlex!

Our head of JS Unite will talk about the Initial Training Program (ITP) in Antwerp☄️✨

🔹 Date: Wednesday, October 11 
🔹 Time: 5:30 - 7:30pm CEST
🔹 Location: | 7 Sint-Pietersvliet 2000 Antwerpen Belgium
 
Why You Should Attend: 
Consider this: your company boasts a diverse team of engineers with varying levels of expertise. To thrive in today's ever-evolving tech world, a uniform skill set is crucial. That's where our Initial Training Program (ITP) initiative comes in.
 
Meet Ilya, a tech virtuoso with: 🎙️ 9 years in software development 🌱 Mentorship experience since 2019 💡 Expertise in Angular, React, NodeJS 🤝 People and project management skills
 
For inquiries and registration: https://lnkd.in/eufDyWsn.

What could be better than going to the dentist in Georgia and staying there for a week? Or a scheduled workation?

Our JS developer will tell about it:
«I was in Batumi, my main goal was to visit the dentist, work and swim in the sea in my free time. These goals have been achieved 👏🏻
The weather during work favored me very much, two weeks of sunshine, for Batumi such a period with almost no rain is just a treasure🤪
Usually in the morning I went in for sports, I found a good yoga club in Batumi and participated in it twice a week, I also ran and trained, swam in the sea and started working, after work I walked along the embankment.

I visited a cool beach 🏖️ at the weekend called Tsikhidziri, it has a banana grove and the place looks like a georgian Bali.

Like this workation so much!”

Do you want to be in Georgia for a workation?

Our Sales Pod Leads&Marketing doing some teambuilding and strategic planning in Vilnius 🤗✨🤪

3 habits to accelerate the growth of a newcomer to programming. 😶‍🌫️🧠
1.Take time to read and understand the code 👩🏼‍💻
Newcomers should browse and read code written by veteran programmers. It may seem like a waste of time. However, you can get used to code patterns that might be useful for you.
2.Always use wisdom to simplify the problem in front of you 🦉
You might be only trying to look at the code you wrote again, or trying to read through your errors. Consider rethinking your code. In other words, consider the performance, and try to locate the part that is giving you the error.
3.Improve your workflow and use automation tools 🔧
If you’re a veteran engineer, you’ll see a big difference from a newcomer that writes code with customized tools and a newcomer that has not yet started to do so. Customizing your tools makes them easy to use, and it can make up for a big difference in speed and quality. In fact, The speed is completely different just by using the editor functions and shortcut keys.