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Yoshi believes in keeping an open mind and staying curious

“Our styles are like the two sides of Finland,” say Chao-Hsien Kuo and Eero Hintsanen

After a stint in Silicon Valley, Finland was the ideal place to live for Zak

Finnish startup ecosystem is easy to get involved in, says Anjana

Finland is best for work, life and family, says Silvia

“Sign language should be considered a minority language, not a disability,” says Signmark

MJ values the low hierarchy in working life

Ionela feels that Finland’s e-commerce industry is very exciting and rewarding

André came to Finland for a dream job, stayed for values

Finland’s vibrant startup ecosystem appeals to Parneet

“Without art and music, life would be soulless,” ponders Siamäk Naghian

Aiman highly values the freedom Finland offers

“We should all be a bit more ambitious,” declares Ronny Eriksson

Mariana applies service design to immigration questions

The people and nature here have made an impact on Katerina

“We've captured the essence of the Finnish berries in our wine,” say Paola Guerrero de Cohen and David Cohen

Carmen found supportive communities for entrepreneurs in Finland

Evon applauds the entrepreneur ecosystem in Finland

Education brought Daniel to Finland, entrepreneurship made him stay

Trust is very important in Finland, says Slobodan

Anna Fatima sees Finland as a good place to start a company

“I consider the Finnish education system to be a very flexible one,” says Jouni Kangasniemi

Fabien runs a food kit delivery company in Helsinki

Svetlana never gave up and landed the job of her dreams

“I believe and hope these exceptional times will boost combat against climate change,” says Jukka Leskelä

Glenn thinks Finland is a great place to raise children

Working here is informal and relaxed, says Lais

Shalini’s connection with Finland continues to deepen

“Watches are not jewellery,” says Finnish watchmaker Stepan Sarpaneva

The Finnish startup ecosystem is focused on solving real problems, says Erdal

“Wild food isn’t just a privilege of rich people or fancy restaurants, it’s an everyman’s right”, Sami Tallberg states

“There are many problems so complicated that classical computers will never be able to solve them,” says Jan Goetz

Vibha has embraced Finnish work-life balance

Be a doer in Finland, not a talker, suggests Suvi from China

The Finnish startup ecosystem has impressed Hoang-Mai

“I get bored very easily with things,” says Minna Parikka

“I’m a pretty average Finnish guy,” says Seoul-based celebrity Petri Kalliola

Uchida from Japan likes the flexibility of working here

Sadeem switched from pharmacy to become a marketing executive

Maree advises anyone moving to Finland to embrace the quirky and the unusual

“I am fascinated by the fact that disruption creates more than it destroys,” states Perttu Pölönen

For Saurabh, Tampere is a home away from home

Turning research into business drives Kunal Garg

Finland is a perfect working environment for Frenchman Erwan

Finland’s IT industry is inclusive, balanced and has low hierarchy, says Igor

Minwoo appreciates the creativity of Finland’s mobile games industry

Shiho finds working life here to be very open

Starting a business are easy in Finland, says Iranthi

Finnish and Australian work cultures are fairly similar, says Adam

Networking is the key to finding a job in Finland, says Inga

“There’s still truth in the stereotype of Finns being silent,” says Max Ovaska

The Finnish technology sector is in an exciting phase, says Talita

Windi Muziasari became an entrepreneur to help people

“I always aim for the stars but even if I get a cloud in the path, it’s OK,” says Chiara Costa 

Former reporter and news anchor Ivy appreciates independence and equality

Life is wonderfully predictable in Finland for Priyam

“My philosophy is learning by doing,” says dentist, author and entrepreneur Tarek Omran

“Eating disorders are common in sports, but their treatment is focused too much on how to eat,” says Nina Chydenius

“Music has been a great form of self-expression for Finns,” says Kaisa Rönkkö

Finland is a great place to work, says Grafton from the US

– “Immigration and globalisation have broadened the definition of Finnish literature,” says Mehdi Ghasemi

“Music keeps you humble and grateful, because it’s a gift,” says Tarja Turunen

“Once you choose hope, anything is possible,” says Mia Kemppaala

Ben is helping Finland position itself as Europe’s leading battery hub

Helsinki keeps its promises, says Suphi

Minaë turned her passion for cooking into a collaborative platform for food entrepreneurs

“The meaning of sisu lives, grows and changes,” says Katja Pantzar

Moving to Finland was a jump into the unknown for Natalia

Blen believes programming skills can help solve societal problems

Kelly from the US came here in search of adventure

Pete from the UK admires the work hard, play hard mentality

Hyunseok appreciates the good work-life balance in Finland

Mark appreciates Finland’s startup sector

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