If there’s someone who knows how to bring people together, it’s Oana, Sales Manager in the Connections team. Whether it’s about professional projects or moments outside the office, she is the go-to person who builds authentic relationships and sets the tone for a positive atmosphere.
Oana is often described as both simple and complex, effortlessly balancing these contrasts: just as she nurtures the trees and roses in her garden, she also stays up to date with the trendiest spots in town. She is a woman who has learned to bloom every time life challenged her and isn’t afraid to speak her mind, even when the topics are uncomfortable.
Courage and action are two defining elements of who she is. In any situation, Oana instinctively asks herself: “What do I need to do now?”. More than that, she firmly believes in reciprocity and the energy she invests in people and relationships.
From zero to 180 degrees
Oana joined the Connections team in September 2021, at a time when she decided to completely change her professional direction. After years of mastering every aspect of her previous field, she chose to step into an industry entirely new to her. Why? Because routine had become too predictable, and the challenge of learning something new was far more exciting than the comfort of the familiar.
As she gained experience, she started to see technology as an unlimited ally, one that allows her to turn almost any idea into reality. And if digitalization were a character, Oana imagines it as Khaleesi’s dragon—at first imposing and intimidating, but ultimately an essential force for progress.
“Technology may seem overwhelming at first, but once you understand and use it, you realize how much it simplifies life and opens new opportunities,” says Oana.
Technology has helped her become more financially organized, giving her fast and easy access to money management through home banking apps. Remote work has given her the freedom to create a personal retreat when the hustle and bustle of the city becomes overwhelming. Today, she’s convinced that “the sky is the limit”, and innovation is available to anyone bold enough to explore it.
Oana’s “hot topic”?
Simple and direct: Revenue. 😊
And if there were an IT referendum, the topic she would put on the table would be standardizing seniority levels in the industry. Coming from a field where seniority was clearly defined and non-negotiable, she believes a vote on this would be more than welcome.
A message for those starting out in IT
“Have the courage and curiosity to explore completely unknown topics and situations, even if they seem intimidating at first. The most valuable lessons and results usually come from those moments that push us out of our comfort zones.”
With perseverance, responsibility, and the vibrant energy that defines her, Oana continues to grow, bring people together, and embrace the challenges of a fast-evolving industry. Because, at the end of the day, having the courage to step into the unknown is what leads to the best outcomes.