01732 759725 50 Alongside this, the company values really resonated with me which was important to me when I was looking to join the industry. What do you most enjoy about your job? What I enjoy most at Ricoh is being able to work on high-scale, high-impact software projects. These projects push me outside my comfort zone and challenge me to keep learning and adapting. I’m in an environment where I’m constantly enhancing my skills. What’s the best bit of business advice you’ve been given? The best advice I’ve received is to always invest in yourself, whether that’s through continuous learning, new challenges or developing new skills. Another key piece of advice has been to seek out mentors who can provide guidance and perspective. Finally, also try to remember why you started, keeping that in mind helps you stay motivated through both successes and challenges. Which company do you most admire outside of our industry? I really admire a startup called Cluely. They’ve positioned themselves impressively within the enterprise SaaS market, managing to stand out in an extremely competitive space. I also RISING STAR 60 seconds with… Yanis Balan, Digital & Tech Solutions Consultant, Ricoh UK PRINT IT RESELLER MAGAZINE RISING STARS IN PRINT & ONLINE SINCE 2016 Yanis Balan When did you first join the print sector and what attracted you? I joined in September 2024. What initially drew me in was the company’s hybrid working model, which offers the ideal balance of flexibility and collaboration. admire the ethos of the company, it seems as though they’ve built a culture around creativity and innovation. What excites you most about the future? What excites me most about the future is continuing to discover more about myself. I want to see how I can continue to develop my skills and explore new opportunities as I move forward in my career. The pace of change in technology and businesses means there are always new opportunities to develop. Early bird or night owl? Definitely a night owl. Favourite app, and why? It has to be One Sec, it controls my screentime and makes sure I don't passively doomscroll. One screen, two or more? Ultra-wide monitors are superior. Favourite quote/motto? The vision is greater than the struggle. Last film you watched? I went down nostalgia lane and watched Baby Driver, absolutely love this film. How do you like to spend your spare time? I use my free time to play badminton, running, weightlifting, and working on cool personal projects with cool people.
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