Marielle Orr’s Post

If you want to know more about QA in SaaS and Kraken🐙, this is the video of the day! 👏 Thanks for sharing your experiences at MARMIND Sarah!

Today marks my 6th anniversary at OneGoal, and I can’t help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude and joy. It’s been an incredible journey, and to celebrate, I want to share three reflections that have shaped my time here: 1. Self-care is everything. In a mission-driven space like ours, it’s easy to pour endlessly into the work. But I’ve learned that I can only bring my best self to this team and our students because we truly value each other here. People matter, and that makes all the difference. 2. Diverse experiences lead to lasting impact. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of contributing to 4 out of the 5 functional teams in our region. Each role brought its own set of challenges and growth, but it’s in these varied experiences that I’ve been able to shape our systems and help drive our program’s success. I’ve seen firsthand how every perspective strengthens us. 3. Lead with, not above. As a leader, I’ve learned the importance of doing the work alongside my team. Growth doesn’t happen in isolation, and I’ve continued to develop not only as a professional but also as a partner to those around me. It’s the relationships we build that make the work meaningful. Here’s to many more years, even greater impact in NYC, and continuing to grow with each of you by my side.

Today is my two year work anniversary at Tempo Software! 🎉 Here are some lessons I've learnt: - Company culture is an individual effort. - There's no need to rush a decision or reply. - Find low hanging fruits, and fulfil them quickly. - Stakeholder relationships matter. Befriend everyone. - Showing what was done is as important as doing the work. - Boundaries are important to not be pulled in every direction. - Try not to stress too much. The bad times blow over quickly. - Working with smart, conscientious people makes work easy. - To not get seen as purely tactical communicate strategy too. Tempo does $100m+ ARR, and last year I was promoted to own the product marketing for our SaaS division and products! It's great to work on award-winning products, and an overall winning company. I've learnt a lot working here, and appreciate the amazing culture we have. Here's to many more years! For now, I celebrate. 🤝

Two decades fly by in a blink when shared with the right people. Recently, I had the honor of celebrating a 20 year work anniversary with a colleague who had been a cornerstone of our team. It's moments like these that remind us of the immense value in building strong, lasting relationships at work. The bonds we've crafted over these years have weathered challenges and celebrated victories. Here’s what I've learned from two decades alongside incredible people: → Shared purpose is powerful. When everyone rallies around a common goal, it transforms daily tasks into meaningful pursuits. → Trust is the glue. It's the foundation that holds us together through tough times and amplifies our triumphs. → Celebrate every win. Big or small, victories keep us motivated and remind us why we started this journey together. → Empathy elevates. Understanding and supporting each other’s unique strengths fosters a thriving environment. Reflecting on two decades, it’s clear that the people around us make the journey worthwhile. We’ve not only built an outstanding team but a work family. As we look forward to more years ahead, I’m grateful for every lesson learned and every moment shared. To everyone in my professional sphere: thank you for being part of this incredible journey.

As this year winds down and I celebrate my work anniversary at SFPA, I find myself reflecting on a leap of faith I took a year ago. After spending 10 years at my previous job, making a career change felt monumental. I had been in my comfort zone for years, and while comfort is nice, I knew it was time to challenge myself. Still, I was afraid of change. I questioned if I could succeed somewhere new. Could I find a role that not only allowed me to grow but also honored the things I value most—time with my family, time with my son, flexibility, balance, good benefits, and good pay? I wanted to continue learning, growing, and contributing meaningfully without compromising those priorities. Feeling a sense of purpose in what I do is so important to me—whether it’s supporting my team or helping clients. That purpose drives me and keeps me striving for more. Looking back, I’m so glad I took the leap. It wasn’t easy, and it wasn’t always comfortable, but it was worth it. Over the past year, I’ve challenged myself, learned something new every day, developed new skills, and found my groove. I didn’t lose the things I was afraid of compromising—in fact, I’ve gained even more. Growth is a process, and this year has been a reminder of the importance of believing in yourself and pushing forward. I never want to stop challenging myself or settle into complacency. Here’s to continued growth, new challenges, and what’s ahead!

Next week marks my 1-year anniversary serving at Simmons Capital Group and Steward Advisors Group. Here are some of the principles and goodies I've gleaned in this past season: 💰 People > Profit. Sustainable business has been a result of relationships, integrity, and culture. 🧠 Money effects everyone differently, but it does effect us. ☀️ It is powerful to see someone's stress leave their shoulders and eyes in a moment, simply by bringing clarity their situation. Truth and honesty is POWERFUL. 📈 Most people resonate moving away from sufficiency ("Do I have enough?") and towards efficiency ("What CAN I do with the resources I have?"). ⁉️ Many people struggle with the transition from working, steady income, and saving to a work optional lifestyle and drawing income from investments. I would guess this comes from the sufficiency problem (listed above) and limited data set of understanding how things operate. 🎙️ I am BLOWN AWAY how much I love this work and how purpose-driven it is. Ministry and caring for others doesn't stop when you engage the business world. In many ways, my ability to love and serve others has amplified! Many other things to note, but this is enough for now. I am very thankful for this new adventure! Further up and further in, as they say.

Today is my 5 year work anniversary! As I pause and reflect over the last 5 years, I wanted to share a few things I’ve learned at work: 1.) Never stop learning and improving yourself. Personal development is just as important as professional development. 2.) Be trustworthy. Afterall, your character is everything. 3.) Always maintain integrity and do the right thing. God will bless you for it (Luke 16:10) 4.) Honor and value your customers. Treat them with the highest respect and they will remain loyal to you. 5.) Leadership matters. It is a critical component of success. 6.) Hard work isn’t always recognized. Keep striving for greatness, one day it will pay off. 7.) Embrace challenges and speak up. Take risks and make it happen. 8.) You are replaceable at work but your kids only have one Mom or Dad. Put your family first. (I’m grateful for a company that understands my kids come first. I’ve only missed one basketball game in 5 years due to working out of town. That’s invaluable!)🤍 9.) Have fun at work, life is short! When you can, help others and give back. 10.) Most importantly, always remember “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Colossians 3:23 Be blessed my friends 💙

As I approach my one-year anniversary at NewGen IT Technologies Pvt Ltd, formerly VCARE InfoTech Solutions and Services Pvt Ltd, I find myself reflecting deeply. It’s disheartening to see some former colleagues, who were once part of our company, now spreading unfounded rumors after leaving a few months ago. They should recognize that our company provided them ample opportunities for growth, both monetarily and in terms of promotion, opportunities they did not receive in their previous workplaces. There's a saying that resonates deeply with this situation: "People often criticize what they once cherished." It’s clear to me now why this occurs, but it prompts me to question: What do they gain by damaging their own integrity? They left the company under the influence of a former employee who was dismissed by management for poor performance, unethical behavior, and causing significant financial losses to the company. So why propagate such false feedback about a company that once belonged to them as well? Their behavior is truly questionable. If there are genuine concerns, why resort to hiding behind fake identities (including the company's name and their own) to voice them? Valid grievances deserve transparent discussion. Instead of diminishing their credibility, they should pinpoint where improvements are needed and seek resolution openly. Leaving a company should signify personal growth and encourage the same for others. Let’s foster constructive dialogue and leave groundless accusations behind.

We’ve got another work anniversary to celebrate this month! Kyle Geib has been with BFO for three years now, and we can’t imagine our team without his infectious energy and encouragement. Here’s what you need to know about Kyle: Q: What is one trend in digital marketing that you’ll be keeping your eye on this year? A: Watching how search is evolving. AI overviews, more and more zero-click searches, and how content and brand presence will have to navigate it is going to be critical for every brand this year. Q: What is your biggest professional or personal highlight of the last 6 months? A: For me, it was the places we've taken BFO to share our expertise. We attended and spoke at a lot of events last year, and being able to get our team's intelligence in front of so many people is absolutely a highlight for me. Q: Who is your dream client and why? A: I want to help more Chicago-based brands grow their presence. I love this city and more people need to know about all the incredible brands that call Chicago home. That... or Fender Musical Instruments Corporation because [see photo] 😂 Q: Describe yourself in two emojis A: 🎸🪴 (it's a houseplant, don't make it weird.) Visit the link below for more on Kyle! https://lnkd.in/gJuk4PEJ

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years with some great people 🎉 This month, I’m incredibly proud to celebrate my 10th anniversary with Penna! As I reflect on this milestone, it’s impossible not to think about everything that’s contributed to this journey – the people, the challenges, and the moments of fun and celebration (including, hopefully, a lovely lunch to mark this special occasion 🥂✨). Ten years is a significant chapter in any career, and it has given me the opportunity to truly understand what keeps employees engaged and inspired to stay. For me, it’s been about: ✅ Reward and recognition moments – Feeling valued and acknowledged goes a long way, whether it’s a kind word from a colleague, achieving shared goals, celebrating milestones like this one, or having a laugh along the way. ✅ Development and stretch – I’ve been challenged, encouraged, and supported to grow and develop (even at my age!), taking on opportunities that stretched me and built my confidence. ✅ Support when it mattered most – Working through the pandemic was tough, but it showed me how much resilience and tenacity we all have. Having an organisation that stood by us during those times and quickly adjusted to the challenge made all the difference. ✅ The relationships – Over the years, colleagues, candidates and clients have become more than just professional connections; they’ve become friends, mentors, and key parts of my career and life. I’ve learned a lot over the past decade: the importance of tenacity when things don’t go as planned, the value of building strong and authentic relationships, and the significance of being part of an organisation that invests in its people. As I look back on this journey, I feel immense gratitude for the experiences, the learning, and the support that have shaped the professional (and person!) I am today. Here’s to the next chapter and all the opportunities ahead. 🌟 To those starting their journey, I’d say this: find an organisation that gives as much as it asks, surround yourself with people who lift you, and never stop pushing yourself to grow. You’ll be amazed at what you can achieve! Thank you to everyone who’s been part of my time at Penna so far – here’s to more rewarding years ahead! 💼✨