The path to the top: expert advice for women aspiring to leadership roles

Increase diversity and out-of-the-box ideas Elena Krutova, general manager at Exness, emphasizes the power of diversity and unconventional thinking.

"First, women need to feel more confident every day. Second, women bring 'soft' skills to the table - emotional intelligence, empathy, resilience. Don't be shy about showing it! These skills are essential in the current BANI world. Third, women can develop better products for women; in some industries these are major markets. Who knows women better than women themselves? Use your knowledge and go forward! Lastly, provide proper support - from family, friends or peer mentors. Women need to stop competing and start''collaboration - with the sole purpose of making the world a better place'.

Continuous learning and relationship building Olga Dmitrenko, Chief Commercial Officer at AdTech Holding, emphasizes the importance of continuous skills development and demonstrating them.

"To become a technology leader, start by learning, gaining experience and developing strong communication and technical skills. Stay abreast of industry trends and develop a problem-solving mindset. Demonstrate your leadership skills, take initiative, embrace challenges and foster collaboration. Show your ability to adapt to change, inspire others and bring innovative solutions."

Olga also emphasizes the importance of building''A diverse network of connections and seeking mentoring.

'Participate in technical education programs, relevant events and meetings'.

Confidence, forward thinking, and collaboration

Evi Pilavaki, chief legal officer at bbf: advocates the importance of developing women leaders to create an inclusive environment.

"Supporting women leaders is essential to creating a work environment where women support each other's progress by building on their unique strengths and abilities.

This transformational approach fosters collaboration and open discussion, which paves the way for innovation and the creation of a positive perspective on women's leadership."

You also''emphasizes: "As General Counsel at bbf:, one of the fastest growing real estate development and real estate investment companies, I lead a diverse team of professional women and we tackle the complexities of a rapidly changing industry. Adaptability, expertise and awareness are key.".

Know what you want, be an expert in your industry and lead by example

Marina Ilina, CEO of PIN-UP Global, emphasizes the importance of knowing what you want and being an expert in your industry.

"To become a leader in technology, you need to know what you want, be an expert in your industry and be demanding of yourself. Every leader must do what he or she expects their team to do - be''an example of being preactive, flexible and ready for new things'."

Marina also emphasizes the importance of aligning actions with expectations and gathering the right people to achieve great results.

"When your actions are aligned with your own requirements for a good employee, it is easy to gather the right people around you and achieve brilliant results in any field. "

Include diversity, sustainability and wellbeing

Elena Grigoryan, CEO of MY.GAMES, encourages embracing diversity and recognizing the value of different experiences and perspectives.

"Embrace diversity and recognize that having different experiences and perspectives is a powerful tool that''improves problem solving and decision-making'."

She sees failures as stepping stones to growth, which foster resilience and build stronger teams. Elena advises, "I think it is very important to prioritize your own well-being and the well-being of your team for the sake of improving performance, as this is a key element in achieving long-term success. "

Clearness, perseverance and continuous growth

Valentina Bagnia, chief marketing officer at SOFTSWISS, encourages women to develop the skill of noticing and seizing opportunities.

She advocates being sincere in what you want, defining goals and persevering to achieve results. Valentina says, 'Define your goals and believe in them.''Unwavering faith breaks down barriers over time. Persevere despite rejections or 'impossibilities' - these are just words, not obstacles. Remember that challenges are opportunities in disguise. The answers you seek may not be at arm's length, but you will find courage and innovative solutions by taking an encompassing look at the situation. Enjoy a unique journey and meet it with resilience. "

Balance of technical and soft skills

Yulia Yudina, Head of Customer Experience at vidby, emphasizes the importance of balancing technical skills with soft skills.

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