Greta’s success story with Baltic Employees. 🌟
Do you remember your first day at work a year ago? That was when you joined Baltic Employees as an Administrator.
Oh yes, I remember it very well. My first day was filled with excitement, curiosity, and the eagerness to get to know my new colleagues and the new work environment. Like most people, I was naturally a little nervous at first, wondering how quickly I’d fit into the team. Looking back now, I can confidently say that all those worries were unnecessary. My colleagues welcomed me warmly, were always willing to help, and answered every question I had. After just a few days, I already felt like I had been part of the team for much longer.
How did your daily routine change when you moved from being an administrator to an HR manager? What did you do before, and what do you do now?
I’d say my daily routine changed completely. As an administrator, I was like a busy bee; you have to be everywhere and involved in everything. Moving into the HR department meant adjusting to a very different type of work. Although it may seem calmer at first glance, it actually requires a great deal of responsibility, planning, and attention to detail. Today, I spend most of my day handling employee documentation, communicating with employees, resolving various situations, and making sure everything is prepared so people can start working abroad smoothly.
Your role involves a lot of responsibility, from onboarding employees and preparing documents to handling A1 certificates, the CRM system, and resolving everyday issues. Which part of your job do you enjoy the most?
Lunch break! (Laughs.) Isn’t that what you meant?
But seriously, it’s difficult to choose just one part. What I enjoy most is that no two days are the same. One moment I’m preparing documents, the next I’m talking to employees or finding solutions to unexpected situations. Every day brings new challenges, which keeps the job interesting and rewarding.
A lot of the work HR Managers do happens behind the scenes, and people only see the final result. How much work actually goes into making sure an employee can start working abroad smoothly?
Most people only see the happy employee who has successfully left for their new job. What they don’t see is everything happening behind the scenes: preparing documents, sending emails, coordinating different processes, and, of course, drinking quite a few cups of coffee along the way.
You’ve probably experienced all kinds of situations over the past year. What has been your biggest challenge, and what has it taught you?
The biggest challenge has been learning how to react quickly to unexpected situations while managing many different tasks at the same time. Things don’t always go according to plan in HR. Sometimes circumstances change within minutes, so you have to adapt quickly and find the best possible solution. Over the past year, I’ve learned that the most important thing is not to panic, to stay calm, look for solutions, and always maintain good communication with people, whether they’re employees or colleagues.
What advice would you give to someone who is starting their first day at Baltic Employees today, just like you did a year ago?
I’d tell them not to worry so much and to be more confident. Starting something new can always feel a little intimidating, but our team is incredibly welcoming, so there’s really nothing to be afraid of. And as for the job itself… everything can be learned. The most important thing is to stay curious, ask questions, and give yourself time to grow.
Thank you, Greta, for your openness and for giving us the opportunity to chat.
This is just one of many success stories that are born when people dare to embrace change.
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