These words, expressed by Stephen Leacock prove that if you've got a chance, you should seize it and never give it up, despite all the efforts it claims. The reason- it’s worth it, striving for more and getting more. The Information Technologies have fully absorbed modern society and it seems like there can be nothing else concocted. Still each year there appear gadgets and programming languages that are superior and more readable than the previous ones. Just one word gets on one’s mind- Infinity. Thus, the people who can conduct these services are of great value in the whole world. These people are ForteCG candidates, who are successful, self-confident and demanded for. These are developers that are given the chance and believe us, they take a solid hold of it.
Konstantin Kozak is one of those who was in the right place, in the right time, doing the RIGHT things. Konstantin is a Software developer with 4,5 years experience in IT development. He has recently come to the United States as one of the Forte CG candidates and successfully started working for American company. Konstantin has shared his way of luck:
So, Konstantin how did you get acquainted with the company? I was referred to by Vladimir Baibus and got very positive reference for Forte CG. That’s how I’ve started my performance in American IT market, and my story has begun.
What was your motivation on the starting point? Motivation? That’s not a secret, what I wanted is to get to the United States in some time. But it happened so that Forte CG got interested in me as a potential candidate and it happened much faster than expected.
How long did it take you to get on board? It took me quite a short period of time. Nastia Morhayeva has started working with me in late fall 2009. She conducted the initial interview, then I had technical screening. Due to my personal issues the visa application started only in July 2010. And in September I was already on the other part of the globe.
Can you remember your interview in the embassy, what tips can you give for the candidates? The only thing that should be done is to follow all the recommendations I learned during the preparation, who’s prepared me for the interview. She prepared me for precisely those questions that I was asked during my interview, so I was perfectly aware and confident. One more thing is that the candidate must say the truth, because it is often double-checked by the ambassador.
Did the company perform all the responsibilities and duties that were promised? How can you evaluate it in scale 1-10? All the procedures were conducted in a professional way. The team supported and assisted in all the issues. They met me in the airport, provided accommodation, introduced to Chicago office, helped to buy mobile phone and clothes for the interview. The abundance of brands can drive one crazy. All are very friendly and helpful. It can definitely be 10, excellent job. I’ve even got my reimbursement for the expenses already
How soon did you start working? I’m currently working as a Java developer at Compusystems. I’ve started right after my arrival, so there weren’t any long pauses between my arrival and actual real-time projects. I’ve got into centrifuge of American lifestyle right away and in no way regret it. There even wasn’t any cultural shock, everything what you see in the American movies, you see in reality.
What can you say to the future candidates? Let them get it started! :)
by Aleksandra Gordeewa
