We Interviewed Valentyna To Learn How Ukrainian New Hires Feel

Integrating into a new country, job, and team when you are used to different game rules in society and the workplace is a challenge employers rarely have tools to help with. However, good integration support can make all the difference for Ukrainian workers facing change and inevitable difficulties in all aspects of their new lives abroad. 

But how do you know what to do? 

Most new hires won’t come out and tell you what they need, let alone what’s on their mind. 

In this interview below, you’ll get first-hand insight from Valentyna, a skilled professional working for a Finnish shoe production company who arrived from Ukraine during the current crisis. It’s your turn to be a fly on the wall and learn how to understand, support and build your new workforce to their full potential. 

Read on to learn what all HR and managers working with diverse teams should take away from her thoughts. These tips will be benefici...

We Interviewed Lisa Who Works For A Staffing Company Assisting With Hiring And Supporting Ukrainians

Lisa, with Ukrainian roots, is an agent of a staffing company that assists Finnish companies in hiring and supporting Ukrainian job seekers who typically hold a temporary asylum status. She has a unique opportunity to see and hear the things employees would not know how to communicate to HR or managers, or would not want to. 

We had the opportunity to interview Lisa and gain inside information about the thinking and fears of Ukrainian job seekers who have come to Europe seeking asylum and employment opportunities.

Her role is multifaceted and involves a range of responsibilities from communicating with Ukrainian refugees to determine their qualifications and suitability for specific roles. Lisa also works closely with employers, facilitating the organization of training and internships for Ukrainian refugees, as well as assisting in their preparation for work.

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