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Stepping into something new: Lore’s journey at Codana

Lore Vanderlinden

Hello!

My name is Lore Vanderlinden. I’m 27 years old and I’ve been working as a project manager at Codana since the end of October. Before that, I spent five years working as a frontend developer at a consultancy firm. The pandemic made me realise it was time for a change which is why I took nine months off to travel. It offered me the necessary time to reflect until I was ready for a fresh challenge.

I then wanted to find a company where I could combine my passion for entrepreneurship with a new role in the IT sector – enter Codana! I’ve gotten the opportunity here to step into project management, a role that allows me to leverage my technical background whilst still learning plenty of new things. 

Lore Vanderlinden

A Warm Welcome

I’ve felt right at home here from day one. I got a full tour of the office and was introduced to my new colleagues. Codana is a smaller team than I was used to, but that actually makes working together more enjoyable and more personal. There’s a real sense of teamwork here; everyone is collaborating toward the same goal. 

My first few weeks were all about onboarding and getting to know the company. I had several introductory meetings planned in which they guided me through tools, processes, and typically Codana workflows. It helped me quickly gain a clear understanding of how everything works here. I also got an early look at the ongoing projects and the different clients Codana works with. 

Hitting the Ground Running

By now, I’m fully immersed in my role as a project manager. I’m actively working on multiple projects, and no two days are the same. That’s exactly what makes it so exciting! I receive plenty of support and guidance when needed, but at the same time, I get the freedom to figure things out on my own and take responsibility. Over the past few months, I’ve already learned so much; I’m looking forward to developing myself even further in the coming period! 

In short: joining Codana was the best decision ever and I’m thrilled to discover what else is still in store for me here! 

Are you looking for an environment where you’re given opportunities and can truly make an impact too?

Check our vacancies and discover how you can start your own career at Codana!

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