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Pete from the UK believes that if you work dutifully and honestly in Finland, it will be appreciated and recognised.

Pete Stockley, UK. Senior learning systems specialist

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Pete from the UK admires the work hard, play hard mentality

“Coming from a country that is known for hierarchy and seeing that everyone here demands fair treatment was very surprising,” says Evon from Malaysia.

Evon (Söderlund) Blomstedt, Malaysia. Founder and CEO of a meeting and event management company

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Evon applauds the entrepreneur ecosystem in Finland

Igor moved here from Russia to study. Once in Finland his focus changed, and he began to develop a passion for programming.

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Finland’s IT industry is inclusive, balanced and has low hierarchy, says Igor

Priyam moved from bustling India to calm and quiet Helsinki, after reaching out to her current boss on LinkedIn looking for ways to collaborate. Two-and-a-half years later she hasn’t regretted that decision.

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Life is wonderfully predictable in Finland for Priyam

After being offered a job in Finland, Mark moved here from the other side of the world. He is very glad he did.

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Can has explored new paths in tech and culture in Finland

Haianh has found invaluable mentors in Finland

Tássia turned culture shock into a passion-driven venture

Cleber turned his IT career into a brewing success

Sauna, swimming and startup life – Bob has found much to enjoy since moving to Finland

Finns are more extroverted than their reputation suggests, says Kishore