Most people I work with are highly driven, committed, and hold themselves to high standards.

They’re also tired.

But our energy shapes how we think, decide, and lead, and how we show up for the people around us.

That’s the perspective behind my work.
I focus on creating high-energy lives - at work and beyond.

If that angle resonates, you’re in the right place.

We all deserve better energy.
Not one-day-off energy.
Not “recover-on-vacation” energy.
But steady, sustainable energy that supports clear thinking, good decisions, and a life you actually enjoy.

That belief led me to create Rising Yellow - a wellbeing brand built on a simple idea: life is too short to stay in a bad state, and we can choose to shift it every day.

For over 15 years, I worked in global organizations, leading People & Culture and transformation initiatives. I was capable, driven, and always “on.” For a long time, I ignored the signals my body kept sending, until I couldn’t.

That moment didn’t break me.
It redirected me.

Today, I work at the intersection of wellbeing, leadership, and People & Culture. I help companies and leaders protect and reclaim energy, especially during growth, pressure, and change.

My work is grounded in:

• Functional Medicine principles
• Positive psychology and behavior science
• Hands-on experience in corporate transformation

I focus on closing the gap between what people know is good for them and what they actually do on busy workdays.

How I help people and organizations:

For individuals:

• Daily insights on LinkedIn
• The Weekly Energy Shift Newsletter
• The Energy Shift Journal
• Private community: Yellowers (Energy Shifters)

For organizations:

• Workshops for leaders and teams
• Keynotes on energy, resilience, and performance
• People & Culture consulting

If you believe performance and health don’t have to compete, and that better energy changes everything, we’re already aligned.

📩 Open to corporate collaborations, trainings, workshops, and keynotes
More here: https://risingyellow.com/

Contact: gozde.imamoglu@risingyellow.com 💛

Gözde İmamoğlu

Last year, I learned more than I had in my entire career.

It was a deliberate decision to leave my corporate job and push myself to step out of my comfort zone.

Turns out, when nobody’s watching, you find out who you really are.
There’s no such thing as “I don’t know.”
There’s only “go figure it out.” 

But you don’t need to take a huge leap to grow.
You just need to refuse to stand still.

Here’s how to make sure you’re not in the same place next January:

1️⃣ Pick one new skill and commit 15 minutes a day
 → Not a massive course that overwhelms you
 → Something you can practice immediately

2️⃣ Say yes to one thing that makes you nervous
 → The presentation you’d normally pass on
 → The cross-department project
 → The conversation you’ve been avoiding

3️⃣ Ask someone you trust: “What’s my biggest blind spot?”
 → Your manager about growth areas
 → A peer about how you collaborate
 → A client about where you could add more value

4️⃣ Track something that proves forward movement
 → Problems you’ve solved
 → Connections that opened doors
 → Skills that changed how you work

Where were you last January?
If today feels exactly the same, that’s not stability.
That’s stagnation.

The good news?
You can change direction starting this week.

P.S. Future you is watching 👀
Will you make one small move this week?
Yes 💪 / I’ll think about it 🤔

👋 New here? Hi, I’m Gözde Imamoglu. I help people build energy-rich lives through small, sustainable habits.
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Gözde Imamoglu

Follow me for career, well-being, and personal growth strategies | 15+ years driving change for people & workplaces | Get the energy to match your success | Board-certified functional medicine health coach

The most successful people I know subtract more than they add.

They understand something most don't: 
Your capacity has a ceiling.

Think of your life like a business budget.
Fixed resources. Infinite options.

Every hour you spend here is an hour you can't spend there.
Every "yes" to something mediocre is a "no" to something exceptional.

I stayed at my recent corporate job for more than a decade because it felt safe. Decent salary. Manageable work. Good colleagues.

What I wasn't calculating: opportunity cost.

While I was comfortable, I wasn't available for:

→ The role that would have doubled my impact
→ Projects that matched my actual strengths  
→ Networks that could have accelerated everything
→ Skills I never developed because I didn't need to

Most people ask: "Is this bad enough to leave?"

Better question: "What am I NOT doing because I'm here?"

3 signs it's time for strategic subtraction:

1️⃣ You're maintaining instead of building
Your energy goes to keeping things stable, not growing them.

2️⃣ Better opportunities feel "impossible." 
You can't even imagine them because you're at capacity.

3️⃣ Your growth has plateaued
You're the same person you were 6 months ago.

The highest-value opportunities come when you have space to see them.

Strategic subtraction isn't about running from problems.
It's about running toward potential.

P.S. What might you need to subtract to multiply what matters?👇 

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For years, I told myself “next month." Waiting didn’t make me more prepared. 

It made me wish I’d started sooner.

Thank you to my friend Dr. Heather Maietta - Coach for Career Coaches  inspiring me to share this. Make sure to follow her. 

Most people never feel 100% ready. 

Confidence isn’t a prerequisite.

It’s a byproduct of action.

You gain it by trying, messing up, and figuring it out.

Even the awkward, uncertain steps move you forward. 

Each one teaches you something.

The gap between you and your goals won’t shrink with more planning, more money, more time.

At some point, you have to quit strategizing.

And start moving.

Waiting for perfect alignment is how dreams expire.

Momentum is built by choosing to begin. 

Every week, we get a chance to start anew.

How will you spend this gift? ⬇️ 

🎁Your dreams need your best energy! Get my free guide with 100 micro habits across 10 life areas to build it.  https://lnkd.in/dhR3AyCt

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7 quiet signs your culture actually respects people:

(without perks or pay raises)

1/ Meetings end early when the work is done
↳ No one feels obligated to fill the full hour just because it was scheduled

2/ People disagree openly without fallout
↳ Conflict stays focused on ideas, not personalities, and relationships stay intact

3/ Leaders say "I don't know" without losing credibility
↳ Curiosity gets rewarded more than having all the answers

4/ Sick days mean you're actually resting
↳ No guilt, no check-ins, no expectation to prove you're "sick enough"

5/ Bad news travels up as fast as good news
↳ Problems surface early because people trust they won't get shot for being the messenger

6/ People leave on time without explanation
↳ Boundaries are respected, not questioned, and overtime isn't a performance metric

7/ Success is shared, failure is owned
↳ Teams get credit for wins while leaders take responsibility when things go wrong

I can't repeat enough that culture isn't built in everyday moments.
How you handle the person who speaks up.
Whether asking for help feels safe.
If people can be human without penalty.

Companies with healthy cultures don't just keep talent.
They become magnets for it.

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I watched a leader kill psychological safety in 8 seconds.

He had no idea.

A team member asked a question. His response? "We literally just talked about that."

Everyone went quiet.

Not because they had nothing to say. Because they learned it's safer not to.

Here's what I mean: Psychological safety doesn't live in your company values. It lives in how you react when someone opens their mouth.

And most leaders destroy it without even knowing.

You sigh when someone asks a question. 
You check your phone while they're talking. 
You say "that won't work" before they finish.

Small moments. But your team is always watching.

So what actually builds safety?

Pause before you answer. Even if the question feels obvious.

Don't jump to why an idea won't work. Ask what would need to be true for it to work.

When someone pushes back, thank them. Out loud. In front of the room.

Put your phone down. Look at them. Let the silence breathe before you fill it.

None of this is complicated.

But it signals everything.

Because trust breaks in seconds and takes months to rebuild.

Next time you're in a meeting, ask yourself: Am I making it easier or harder for the next person to speak?

That's where real culture starts.

What's one thing you'll do differently in your next meeting?

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Image Credit: Justin Wright

Careers can be rebuilt.

Health is harder to negotiate with.

Think about the extra hours you’re putting in at work right now.
Late evenings. “Just one more thing.” Weekends half on, half off. 

Now stretch that over a year.
Then over many years.

Often, it’s for a bonus.
A title.
A promotion that might come.

But the cost is very real.
Your body feels it.
Your focus drops.
Your nervous system stays on edge.

So here’s the shift I made:

I started betting on myself.

That means protecting:
 • my time
 • my focus
 • my energy
 • my relationships

Not someday. Now.

If overworking is your default, try one of these today:

1. Pick a clear end to your workday
Choose a real stop time. 
Close the laptop. Step outside. Change rooms. Signal the end.

2. Schedule recovery like it matters 
A walk. A short rest. Reading for pleasure.
Put it in your calendar. Treat it like a meeting with yourself.

3. Pause before saying yes
Ask: Is this worth my energy right now?
If not, delegate, delay, or decline.

Nothing dramatic.
Just small choices that protect yourself.

Because overworking at the cost of your health is not worth it. 💛

P.S. If you protected one thing more this year, what would it be? Time • Energy • Focus • Health or all of it? 

♻️ Repost if someone in your network needs this reminder.
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One bad day can turn into a bad week.

Unless you interrupt it in the first hour.

You know I’m all for protecting your energy at work and in life.

Anything that drains it should deserve your attention.

We all know these moments:
• The message you overthink all afternoon
• The meeting where your tone didn’t land
• The comment that sits with you longer than it should

Before you realise it, you’re four days deep in a low-energy spiral that started with something small.

Last week, I walked out of a conversation feeling unheard in a way that touched my core values.

My chest was tight, I kept replaying it, and I carried that tension into the evening.

By the next morning, I remembered that we always have a choice. The choice to shift our state, protect our energy, and reset our direction.

Here’s what actually helps break the cycle:

1️⃣ Name it out loud
 "I'm having a bad day, not a bad life."
 It separates the feeling from the story.

2️⃣ Protect your sleep
Bad days spread fastest when you're tired.
Sleep brings your energy back online.

3️⃣ One small kind act
For yourself or someone else.
A tiny gesture interrupts the spiral.

4️⃣ Choose your circle
Telling the story to five people keeps you stuck.
One grounded conversation helps you move forward.

5️⃣ Give tomorrow one bright point
Something simple to look forward to: morning coffee, breakfast, a short walk.

Remember: 
Your state is yours.
Treat it like gold. 

P.S. What do you do first to shift your energy?

📒I’ve been building my biggest product that will help you shift your energy in unexpectedly simple ways. 

If you want to be the first to know, you can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/di3iSKmx 💛 Coming very soon!!!

Back-to-back meetings are energy vampires.

You walk into meeting number five feeling like a ghost of your former self.

But here's what I share with my clients all the time: 
You can reset your entire state in under 2 minutes.

Here are 9 science-backed micro habits you can do between meetings:

1️⃣ Inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8.
A single round activates your parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol levels instantly.

2️⃣ Cold water on your wrists
Your pulse points are cooling stations for your entire body. Cold water triggers an alertness response that lasts hours.

3️⃣ Look at something 6 metres away
After staring at screens, your eye muscles lock in “near focus.” Distance gazing relaxes them. 

4️⃣ Stand and reach for the ceiling
Sitting compresses your diaphragm. One big stretch opens your ribcage, increases oxygen flow, and signals energy to your brain.

5️⃣ Drink a glass of water (250ml) mindfully
Dehydration drops cognitive performance. It creates a mental pause that resets your nervous system.

6️⃣ Roll your shoulders 5 times backward
Forward head posture reduces lung capacity and creates tension. This realigns your spine and opens your chest.

7️⃣ Step outside or near a window
Natural light regulates cortisol and boosts serotonin. Even 60 seconds of daylight shifts your internal state.

8️⃣ Name 3 things you can see, 2 you can hear, 1 you can touch This grounding technique pulls you out of mental overwhelm.

9️⃣ Set an intention for the next meeting
Instead of rushing in reactive mode, take 30 seconds to choose how you want to show up.

Small shifts compound into massive energy changes.

I've been testing these with my clients for months. The difference is immediate.

And honestly? I use number 7 between every single call myself. (It’s been a childhood habit of mine.)

Tomorrow I’m sharing my complete guide:
“100 science-inspired micro habits across 10 key life areas” in my newsletter. You don't want to miss it. 

Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/di3iSKmx 

Which habit resonates most with you? Drop a number below 👇

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5 daily invisible leadership mistakes:

And each one can be fixed in under 15 minutes.

1️⃣ Mistake: Leaving people guessing

When priorities aren’t clear:
 → Every decision becomes a guessing game
 → That constant weight of “Am I doing this right?”

The fix:
 → Monday morning priority email

2️⃣ Mistake: Meeting addiction

Every unnecessary meeting fragments focus:
 → 30 minutes to get back in the zone
 → Constant mental task-switching

The fix:
 → Friday calendar cleanup
 → Replace meetings with async updates

3️⃣ Mistake: Missing the warning signs

Early signals are easy to miss:
 → Missing small deadlines
 → No longer volunteering for projects

The fix:
 → Weekly energy check-ins
 → Adjust workload based on what you hear

4️⃣ Mistake: Priority whiplash

If there’s an “urgent” project every week, it creates:
 → Learned helplessness
 → Fear of committing to anything

The fix:
 → Monthly priority protection meeting
 → Choose 3 priorities that won’t change

 5️⃣ Mistake: Only seeing problems

Great performance goes unnoticed. Only fires get attention.

Over time, this kills:
 → Motivation to excel
 → Connection to the mission

The fix:

 → Friday wins email
 → Highlight 3 specific contributions

When you fix these 5 mistakes:
 → Your team stops second-guessing
 → Focus returns naturally
 → People feel seen for their strengths
 → Energy comes back without burnout

P.S. No judgment zone: Which number are we unlearning together? 

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5 leadership blind spots quietly draining your team

Stop sacrificing your health for success.

The healthier you get, the more wealth you can create.

And you have more control over this than you think.

Because 80–90% of chronic conditions are lifestyle-driven not genetics. 

That’s biology responding to inputs.

And listening to the signals and partnering with your body can be the most important skill you will ever learn. 

So here’s a more useful way to think about it:

1. Sleep
If you wake up already tired, your body didn’t finish its repair work. That’s information.

2. Movement
If a full day passes without your heart rate changing, your system stays in “idle mode.”

3. Food
If meals leave you foggy or hungry again fast, your body didn’t get what it needed. That’s feedback.

4. Breathing
If your jaw is tight or shoulders are lifted, your nervous system is asking for a pause. A few slow breaths can change the signal.

5. Connection
If you feel drained after social time, something felt unsafe or rushed. If you feel calmer, that’s regulation.

Quick honesty moment 👀
Is your body whispering 🤫… or shouting 🚨 already?

🎁 If this resonated, download my free guide with 100 micro habits for better energy across 10 key areas of life: https://lnkd.in/dhR3AyCt

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A company reached out and asked for a proposal to present to their leadership team.

I had all the content ready.
Except the deck that speaks their language.

They wanted me to offer my workshop to help their teams build energy-rich routines.
Great opportunity.
Short timeline.

I had to turn everything I already had on my already existing presentation into a clear, credible pitch deck - fast.

Because decision-makers need the problem framed in their world and a structured solution with a clear timeline showing:
• what happens,
• for whom,
• in what format,
• and when.

Here’s how it works:
You create one base deck with placeholders.
Then you remix it by adding the client’s specific details.

Gamma instantly generates a customized version for that exact audience.

Instead of rebuilding slides, I remixed my base deck in minutes, then stayed in the same flow to:

• adjust the tone for decision-makers
• tighten the structure
• refine visuals without starting over
• make it feel boardroom-ready

And once it was done, I reused and remixed it again for:
• follow-up conversations
• the workshop itself
• future client pitches

Your time and energy are valuable.

Use it for:
• real conversations
• building trust
• impressing business partners
• closing the right opportunities

Not fixing fonts at midnight.

👉 Try NanoBanana in Gamma https://lnkd.in/evaBDUk7 and spend your energy where it actually matters.

🎥 Watch the short example video to see how you can do the same.

P.S. What usually takes more of your energy?
🧭 Turning your work into a clear story
🎨 Font-size therapy at midnight
(Be honest 😅)

#gammapartner

I help technology companies across EMEA and MENA build high-performing teams and solve complex recruitment challenges.

Are these obstacles holding you back?
◼ Struggling to find the right tech talent in a competitive market?
◼ Losing top candidates to competitors due to a slow hiring process?
◼ Facing delays in scaling your development and engineering teams?
◼ Searching for a HR partner who truly understands the tech landscape across EMEA and MENA?

What my clients often say:
❌ "All the best talent is already taken by competitors."
❌ "Our hiring process is too slow for the fast-paced tech industry."
❌ "We can’t find candidates with the niche skills we need."

♻️ When clients across EMEA and MENA tell me, "The talent we need isn’t here," I prove them wrong. By applying a precise and innovative search methodology, I consistently uncover top candidates they thought were impossible to find — right in their own backyard.

🌟 From dynamic startups to established tech enterprises, I’ve partnered with over 500 clients, helping them navigate the intricacies of scaling their teams. With each search, I bring deep industry knowledge and a tailored approach that adapts to your specific needs.

🧬 Over the past 15 years, I’ve positively impacted the careers of more than 5,000 tech professionals, spanning roles in software engineering, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and cutting-edge technologies. My extensive network and industry insights allow me to uncover hidden gems that others often overlook.

🥇 I’ve led countless recruitment projects from inception to successful delivery, continuously honing my skills in the fast-paced world of technology recruitment. I’m proud of the results: a high retention rate, a quick turnaround time, and clients who trust me to get it right the first time.

Why partner with me?
✅ In-depth knowledge of the tech sector and a consultative, problem-solving approach.
✅ A data-driven, efficient recruitment process designed to reduce time-to-hire and increase retention.
✅ Extensive access to a network of highly qualified, pre-screened tech candidates, from senior developers to C-level executives.
✅ Transparent and timely communication, keeping you informed throughout the entire process.
✅ With deep insights into both local markets and global trends, I help tech companies find the talent they need to succeed.

Sound good?

Please reach out:
📞 M: +39 340 997 61 24
📞 M: +90 506 486 71 30
📧 E: kemal@wideandwise.co

Kemal Hakimoglu

Remote work is our everyday reality.

Different locations, different time zones, different routines but one shared mindset.

Last week, the Wide and Wise team met in Istanbul, and it was a powerful reminder of what happens when a distributed team comes together in the same space.

We all know that great work doesn’t require a physical office. Still, being face to face shifts the energy. Short updates become deeper discussions. Alignment happens faster. And somewhere in between, there’s a lot of laughter and real connection.

It was also a special moment for us to officially welcome Zehra and start her onboarding together. Beginning a journey as a team always sets a different tone.

Beyond catching up, we paused to reflect on how far we’ve come and to align on what’s ahead. Clear priorities, clear goals, and a strong focus as we step into 2026. Wide and Wise 3.0 has officially begun. 

I’m truly thankful for this team and the culture we’re building together, no matter the distance. 

Next stop: Ankara, this time together with our new team members, continuing to build what’s next, side by side.

Wide and Wise Minanur Kartal Bektes Tugce Turan Sezin Kuruoglu Elif Hardura Zehra Sönmez

Empowering founders and CEOs in EMEA & MENA to scale tech ventures – with talent strategy, partnerships & revenue-focused roadmaps.

This week, the Wide and Wise team came together in Istanbul 💙
From Italy to Brazil, from Ankara to İzmir — different cities, different time zones, one team.

We work remotely every day, so we know productivity doesn’t depend on a shared office. But being in the same room changes the pace in the best way: the “quick check-ins” turn into real conversations. We had so much fun and shared plenty of laughs. 
And of course, we got to welcome Zehra properly and kick off her onboarding together 💙

We also took the time to celebrate what we’ve achieved so far, and to kick off 2026 with clarity — goals, plans, and what’s next.
We’re ready for Wide and Wise 3.0! 🚀

Grateful for this team and the energy we create when we’re together. 💙
And yes… we also had a surprise guest joining our meeting: 🐾
We’re definitely a cat-loving team.

Next week, the team will be in Ankara — see you there! 👋
Tugce Turan Kemal Hakimoglu Sezin Kuruoglu Elif Hardura Minanur Kartal Bektes Zehra Sönmez

Bu sayıda yer almak gerçekten çok keyifliydi. İlham veren hikâyelerle dolu, emeği geçen herkese teşekkürler.

Wide and Wise Tugce Turan Turkish Global Society

Sınırları aşan hikayeler, dünyayı değiştiren isimler...
Turkish Global Society, 8. sayısında yine ilhamın izini sürüyor!

Bu sayımızda 
🎙️ Antartika’yı yürüyerek geçen ilk Türk Ali Rıza Bilal
🎙️ Türkiye’nin ve dünyanın sayılı genç kadın orkestra şeflerinden
Nisan Ak
🎙️ Paris Bosphorus Enstitüsü Başkanı ve Global Turks
Vakfı Başkan Yardımcısı Bahadır Kaleağası,
🎙️ TAKK kurucusu Pinar Akiskalioglu
🎙️ Avrupa Parlamentosu Uluslararası Lider Kadın Ödülü sahibi öğretmen Dilek Livaneli
🎙️ Bisiklet tutkunu, gezgin, yazar ve fotoğrafçı Gökhan Kutluer
🎙️ Wide and Wise kurucuları Kemal Hakimoglu ve Tugce Turan
🎙️ İyi Ki Podcast yapımcısı Benay Durmaz Güner, 
🎙️ Avukat Buket ERDOĞAN
🎙️ Great British Menu birincisi şef Selin Kiazim,
🎙️ Ressam Secil Erel,
🎙️ Psikoterapist, özel eğitim uzmanı, ve nöropsikolog Dr. Derya
Durmaz söyleşileri sizlerle…

🌍 Dünyanın dört bir yanına hem yazılı hem de dijital versiyonuyla ulaşan dergimize rafınızda yer açın 👉 https://lnkd.in/eddysdzV

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a video shoot at one of our favorite offices to mark a milestone: our ongoing partnership with Kolektif House and the recruitment journey we’ve been building together.

This collaboration has been about more than filling roles. Together, we turned recruitment data into clear insights and those insights into sustainable growth. It’s exciting to see how the right hiring approach can directly support a company’s scale-up journey. Congratulations in advance to Kolektif House for what’s ahead and for the shared successes we’re already creating.

During the shoot, we also had a chance to reflect on the work we’ve done so far with Elvan Erfidan, People & Culture Manager at Kolektif House. We reviewed the outcomes of our recruitment project, exchanged learnings, and discussed what the next phase should look like. Being part of a collaboration where both sides continuously learn from each other is something I genuinely value.

Our perspective on recruitment is simple but intentional. It’s not just about “finding the right candidate.” It’s about speed, candidate experience, sound decision-making, and strong coordination with hiring teams. When these elements come together, recruitment becomes clearer, more structured, and far more effective.

And here’s the key takeaway: for fast-growing, dynamic organizations, building a systematic recruitment process doesn’t require a massive HR team. With the right setup, hiring becomes a natural flow for the organization, not an operational burden.

A big thank you to the Kolektif House team for hosting us and of course to dear Sezin for all her effort throughout the project!
More to come soon.

Wide and Wise Kolektif House

I connect top talent with key leadership roles across HR, Sales, Marketing, Finance and Engineering globally | Founder | Senior Global Recruiter | Headhunter

En sevdiğimiz ofis 💙

Dün Kolektif House’ta Insan ve Kültür Müdürü sevgili Elvan Erfidan ile çok keyifli bir çekim gerçekleştirdik. Bir süredir birlikte yürüttüğümüz işe alım projesinin sürecini ve çıktıları değerlendirdik, gelecek planlarını konuştuk. Karşılıklı öğrendiğimiz bir deneyimin içinde olmak, benim için gerçekten çok değerli.

Bu iş birliğinde işe alımı sadece “doğru adayı bulmak” olarak görmüyoruz. Süreci; hız, aday deneyimi, doğru karar mekanizması ve ekip içi koordinasyon ile birlikte ele alıyoruz.
Sonuç? Daha net ilerleyen hiring süreçleri, daha güçlü bir yapı. 

Böyle dinamik, büyüyen yapılar için “daha sistemli işe alım” sandığınız kadar zor değil, dev bir HR ekibine ihtiyacınız yok. Doğru sistemle işe alım, ekip için yük değil; akış oluyor. 🙌

Bizi harika ağırlayan Kolektif House ekibine çok teşekkürler. Ve tabi ki projedeki tüm eforu için sevgili Sezin'e! 
Coming soon 😄💙
Wide and Wise Kemal Hakimoglu Elif Hardura Zehra Sönmez Minanur Kartal Bektes
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Our favorite office 💙
Yesterday, we had a great time filming at Kolektif House with dear Elvan Erfidan. 

We reviewed the process and outcomes of the recruitment project we’ve been running together for a while, and also talked through what’s next. Being part of an experience where we learn from each other is genuinely very valuable to me.

In this collaboration, we don’t see hiring as simply “finding the right candidate.”
We approach it holistically — combining speed, candidate experience, strong decision-making, and team alignment.
The result? Clearer hiring processes and a stronger structure.

For dynamic, fast-growing teams, building a more structured hiring setup isn’t as hard as it sounds — and you don’t need a huge HR team to do it. With the right system, hiring doesn’t feel like a burden; it becomes a flow. 🙌

A big thank you to the wonderful Kolektif House team for hosting us — and of course to dear Sezin for all her effort throughout the project!

İyi işler böyle çıkıyor.  Sevgili arkadaşımız Esra Odabaşı'nın yeni ürünü PowerPool AI için fikir paylaşımı amacıyla bir araya geldik!

Wide and Wise
ES Kariyer Engelli İstihdamı Danışmanlığı / Employment Consultancy of People with Disabilities

Founder&CEO at ES Kariyer and Able4All, TEDx Speaker, Social Entrepreneur, DEI Consultant

PowerPool AI için ES Kariyer Engelli İstihdamı Danışmanlığı / Employment Consultancy of People with Disabilities  paydaşlarının İK ve işe alım liderleri ile fikir paylaşımı için bir araya geldik!
Ve evet, bu çok alışılagelmiş bir yol değil. Çünkü çoğu ürün önce yapılır, sonra “ihtiyaca cevap veriyor mu?” diye sorulur.
Biz ise tam tersini yaptık:
Ürünü henüz geliştirmeye başlamışken, sahayı masaya getirdik. Engelli istihdamında en çok zorlanılan noktalar neler ve çözümleri nasıl bulabiliriz konusunu tekrar masaya yatırdık. 
ES Kariyer olarak yıllardır birlikte çalıştığımız, güven ilişkisi kurduğumuz paydaşlarımızı davet ettik ve onlar da bu güvenin karşılığını verdi:
Zaman ayırdılar, açık konuştular, eksikleri söylediler, beklentilerini net bir şekilde ortaya koydular ♥️

Bu seviyede katkı, bu açıklık ve bu sahiplenme kolay oluşmaz.

PowerPool AI, işte bu yüzden sıradan bir “AI ürünü” değil.
Bu, masa başında değil; gerçek deneyimle, gerçek ihtiyaçla ve gerçek cesaretle şekillenen bir ürün.
Bugün yaptıklarımızla gurur duydum.
Ve bize güvenen bu insanlarla aynı masada olmaktan gurur duydum.

İyi işler böyle çıkıyor. 

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Kemal Hakimoglu 
Sinan Reis 
Merve Terzioğlu
Nihal Bora 
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Aytemiz  
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Katkılarından dolayı tekrar teşekkür ederiz 🙏🏼

This month, in the Global Voices section of our newsletter, we feature my friend Yigit's story. Feel free to check it out for an enjoyable read.

Yigit's story shows that working internationally is not only about the role or the brand, but about adaptability, self-leadership, and learning how to create impact in different cultures. The perspective from inside IKEA, with its flat structure and strong experimentation mindset, makes this especially insightful.

Global Voices – #Sweden Edition is officially here 🇸🇪 ☕️

In this series, we sit down with professionals building their careers around the world to uncover what really happens behind the scenes: the wins, the surprises, the cultural curveballs, and the lessons you only learn once you move.

In this second edition of our series, we sit down with Yigit Erdogan, Senior Conversion Rate Optimization Specialist at IKEA, currently based in Malmö, Sweden.

From an unexpected career move that brought him to Scandinavia, to working inside one of the world’s most people-centric and data-driven organizations, Yigit shares an honest perspective on what it takes to grow professionally in a global environment. 
We talk about experimentation, self-leadership, flat hierarchies, and the quiet power of building impact through collaboration.

This conversation also goes beyond work — touching on integration, culture, daily life in Sweden, and what it really means to find balance while building a meaningful international career.

📝 Read the full interview on our blog here:
English: https://lnkd.in/dnBxmUGC
Turkish: https://lnkd.in/dfC2fMVk

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