Sameer Penakalapati
Rochester, New York, United States
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Sameer Penakalapati is a visionary leader in entrepreneurship, particularly within the HR…
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2024 Economic Outlook on the Staffing Industry
2024 Economic Outlook on the Staffing Industry
By Sameer Penakalapati
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3 Ways to Bring in New Clients in 2021
3 Ways to Bring in New Clients in 2021
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How to Succeed in the Changing Talent Landscape
How to Succeed in the Changing Talent Landscape
By Sameer Penakalapati
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So proud that Dell Technologies is rejoining the S&P 500! https://lnkd.in/g9EKh9NN
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Economic data that matters to the staffing industry: The #SIA report states that the August decline in temporary jobs paves the way for a potential…
Economic data that matters to the staffing industry: The #SIA report states that the August decline in temporary jobs paves the way for a potential…
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Trustee
Nigama Foundation
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Children
Nigama Foundation with a mission 'To pave a path of better education for children who really deserved it but didn't have a choice'.
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Mentor, Startup Team
University of Rochester, Center for Entrepreneurship
- Present 9 years 1 month
Education
Mentoring a team of entrepreneurs in guiding their startup, and helping them to make their first pitch to the potential funding opportunities supported by University of Rochester, Center for Entrepreneurship.
Publications
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Navigating the US economic landscape in 2024: Implications for the staffing industry
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) - https://www.thestaffingstream.com/
The 2024 US economy is forecast to see restrained growth compared to the previous year. For staffing firms, navigating this fluctuating market requires a strategic approach to overcome obstacles and expand operations.
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Maximizing Revenue and Growth: The Power of Managing Sub-Suppliers in Staffing
SIA- The Staffing Stream
In the ever-evolving landscape of the staffing industry, staffing professionals are increasingly recognizing the significant impact of sub-suppliers on their bottom line. As staffing firms navigate the complex terrain of talent acquisition, it’s imperative to shift their focus beyond traditional supplier relationships and delve into the realm of sub-supplier management. By strategically integrating sub-suppliers into their existing supplier ecosystem, staffing professionals can not only expand…
In the ever-evolving landscape of the staffing industry, staffing professionals are increasingly recognizing the significant impact of sub-suppliers on their bottom line. As staffing firms navigate the complex terrain of talent acquisition, it’s imperative to shift their focus beyond traditional supplier relationships and delve into the realm of sub-supplier management. By strategically integrating sub-suppliers into their existing supplier ecosystem, staffing professionals can not only expand their talent pools but also unlock new avenues for revenue growth.
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From Hustler To Entrepreneur: 5 Key Lessons For Success In The World Of Talent Acquisition And Beyond
Forbes Human Resources Council
Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, especially in the realm of HR technology and talent acquisition, is undoubtedly challenging. It's a path riddled with risks, uncertainties, and myriad obstacles. However, those who navigate this path with tenacity and courage are often rewarded with unparalleled success and profound satisfaction.
Throughout this intense journey, there are essential lessons that not only shape our businesses but mold our personal growth. Reflecting on my own…Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, especially in the realm of HR technology and talent acquisition, is undoubtedly challenging. It's a path riddled with risks, uncertainties, and myriad obstacles. However, those who navigate this path with tenacity and courage are often rewarded with unparalleled success and profound satisfaction.
Throughout this intense journey, there are essential lessons that not only shape our businesses but mold our personal growth. Reflecting on my own odyssey, five pivotal lessons resonate deeply with me. These insights are indispensable for anyone with the audacity to dream large and forge innovative avenues in the ever-evolving world of business. -
Why DEI Technology Matters For The Contingent Workforce
Forbes
The post-pandemic shift toward a more flexible workforce is a welcome development for contingent workers, but it makes the jobs of those doing the hiring more competitive than ever. Read more: https://hubs.li/H0Z1JKx0
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Five Steps To Using AI Technology To Solve The DE&I Talent Equation
Forbes
The significance of DE&I was discovered by corporations more than two decades ago. So, why aren’t we seeing major improvements in this space?
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How To Build A Diverse Workforce And Why Procurement Is So Critical
Forbes
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) is not just a topic for discussion, but it is a key part of the metric to measure corporate performance. Having a strategic path to achieve corporate DEI goals is a first step in the right direction. I wrote this article for #Forbes outlined a 4-step solution to address this challenge. One key takeaway from this article is how to leverage AI to curate diverse talent of qualified workforce.
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10 Tips To Help Small Businesses Create A Safe And Healthy Workplace
Forbes
Every business’ strength is built on its employees. Protecting the health and safety of workers is something every business should be focused on, particularly as more workers begin to return to the office.
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Employee Orientation: 15 Often-Overlooked Topics Leaders Should Address
Forbes
When a new employee enters the business, it's the employer's responsibility to ensure that orientation covers all the crucial elements of working within the company. Even so, many businesses overlook critical information that may lead to severe damage later on.
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How To Build A Talent Pipeline Strategy To Win Market Share And Beat Your Competition
Forbes
A talent pipeline is not simply a repository or database of the resumes corporate has collected. Instead, it’s a critical corporate asset that must be actively nourished.
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13 Practical Ways To Help Employees Adapt To New Technology
Forbes
Tech continues to play a larger and larger role in businesses and industries of all stripes. As companies bring on more and newer technology to help improve productivity, employees who were initially trained on older systems or who are new to a higher-tech workplace may struggle to keep up or even resist using the new tech at all.
Giving your team the support they need to learn and leverage new tech is a win-win situation for everyone. Below, 13 members of Forbes Human Resources Council…Tech continues to play a larger and larger role in businesses and industries of all stripes. As companies bring on more and newer technology to help improve productivity, employees who were initially trained on older systems or who are new to a higher-tech workplace may struggle to keep up or even resist using the new tech at all.
Giving your team the support they need to learn and leverage new tech is a win-win situation for everyone. Below, 13 members of Forbes Human Resources Council share tips for effectively introducing new tech tools to your team members. -
Introducing The Talent Container: A New Strategy To Boost Direct Sourcing Results
Forbes
The first step toward a successful direct sourcing strategy is to build a talent container — a database of prospective applicants that are curated based on various external and internal data sources (e.g., résumés).
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Why Remote Work is the Best Opportunity for Diversity & Inclusion Yet
Recruiting Daily
Two key takeaways:
1. Remote work expands the available talent pool, providing more opportunities to young mothers, disabled workers, and many others in the industry
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The 3 Crucial Challenges in Adopting Total Talent Management
Toolbox for HR
In the next two years, 58% of companies are planning to adopt total talent management (TTM). TTM is a labor management program in which companies proactively consider all options for engaging, acquiring, and managing every type of talent, including employed and non-employed workers.
It’s not hard to see why so many are jumping on the TTM train. Those who do are twice as likely to identify non-employed workers as a competitive advantage. By connecting organizations with the market’s best…In the next two years, 58% of companies are planning to adopt total talent management (TTM). TTM is a labor management program in which companies proactively consider all options for engaging, acquiring, and managing every type of talent, including employed and non-employed workers.
It’s not hard to see why so many are jumping on the TTM train. Those who do are twice as likely to identify non-employed workers as a competitive advantage. By connecting organizations with the market’s best talent – including full-time employees, contractors, freelancers, consultants, and other non-full-time employees – TTM programs can provide companies a significant return on investment. -
4 Easy Ways Staffing Firms Can Prepare for Post COVID-19
Recruiting Daily
n the next month, my workforce will start transitioning back to the office. The operations team is observing every one of the CDC’s guidelines to ensure every employee feels safe. And yet, as we take these precautions, the message is clear: the era of “after COVID” has begun.
What this means for business is unclear. Stocks performed well throughout the summer, but experts are now predicting the “real recession” is underway. Hiring is less than half of what we thought it would be by now,…n the next month, my workforce will start transitioning back to the office. The operations team is observing every one of the CDC’s guidelines to ensure every employee feels safe. And yet, as we take these precautions, the message is clear: the era of “after COVID” has begun.
What this means for business is unclear. Stocks performed well throughout the summer, but experts are now predicting the “real recession” is underway. Hiring is less than half of what we thought it would be by now, and there aren’t clear signs that things will improve.
Faced with this outlook, it’s difficult to know how businesses can prepare for our new “after COVID” era. What will cutting costs look like? How can such an overcrowded industry compete for so few job reqs? But if I had to take a guess, I’d suggest:
1. Use your ATS as a business management tool.
2. Take advantage of remote work.
3. Leverage your current workforce.
4. Minimize your basic costs.
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Talent Acquisition Automation Platform Named Top Momentum Leader
HR Tech Cube
CEIPAL, an industry-leading talent acquisition automation platform, has earned the highest “Momentum Score” and has been identified as the “Top Momentum Leader” in G2’s recent Momentum Grid Report for Staffing (Fall 2020). A product’s Momentum Score is calculated by a proprietary algorithm that factors in social, web, employee, and real-user review data that G2 has deemed influential in determining a company’s momentum.
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Is HR Ready for the Transformation of HR Tech and Business Post COVID-19?
Toolbox for HR
Some of the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought upon us are going to be permanent, and they will require greater technology investments. These were the key takeaways of the virtual event CEIPAL Connect that Sameer Penakalapti, CEO and founder of CEIPAL, shares elaborates on. In short, the COVID-19 crisis has brought about a massive opportunity for technology service firms. Before COVID-19, more than 50% of digital transformation efforts were directly sponsored by CEOS / CXOs; after…
Some of the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought upon us are going to be permanent, and they will require greater technology investments. These were the key takeaways of the virtual event CEIPAL Connect that Sameer Penakalapti, CEO and founder of CEIPAL, shares elaborates on. In short, the COVID-19 crisis has brought about a massive opportunity for technology service firms. Before COVID-19, more than 50% of digital transformation efforts were directly sponsored by CEOS / CXOs; after COVID-19, that number will increase to 70%. For insights, read the story for yourself.
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When Will the Staffing Industry Recover from COVID-19?
HR Tech Feed
In a recent webinar series, we invited industry leaders to take a deep-dive into the overall impact that COVID-19 has had on the staffing industry. In doing so, we were able to uncover some great perspectives from our panel of experts throughout the conversations. Our panel members included executive leadership from Randstad India, Quess Corp, Whitridge Associates, SoftWorld, PERSOLKELLY, and other notable industry voices that brought unique – and sometimes divergent – points of view to the…
In a recent webinar series, we invited industry leaders to take a deep-dive into the overall impact that COVID-19 has had on the staffing industry. In doing so, we were able to uncover some great perspectives from our panel of experts throughout the conversations. Our panel members included executive leadership from Randstad India, Quess Corp, Whitridge Associates, SoftWorld, PERSOLKELLY, and other notable industry voices that brought unique – and sometimes divergent – points of view to the discussion. Throughout our combined series, we had over 1,500 attendees that added to the conversation with follow-up questions on their concerns and day-to-day operations, ultimately bringing certain trends and concepts within the staffing industry into sharp focus.
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The Passive Candidate Pool Is More Relevant Than Ever — How to Capitalize on It
Staffing Industry Analysts
Here is an article published in the 'Staffing Industry Analysts' on Passive Candidate Sourcing. Why the passive candidate pool is more relevant than ever? Here is my 5-point view for staffing companies to survive and thrive post-COVID-19? Please read and let me know your comments.
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5 tips to help recruiters survive the coronavirus crisis
Human Resource Executive
You can't develop a perfect plan, but you can take many steps that will help your organization emerge from the pandemic with fewer battle wounds. The coronavirus crisis has recreated the world in which we live in unfathomable ways. Social distancing has become a new communal value and toilet paper is practically a new currency. At the risk of sounding glib, it seems our reality is forever changed. But, Rudyard Kipling’s fatherly advice to “keep your head when all about you are losing theirs”…
You can't develop a perfect plan, but you can take many steps that will help your organization emerge from the pandemic with fewer battle wounds. The coronavirus crisis has recreated the world in which we live in unfathomable ways. Social distancing has become a new communal value and toilet paper is practically a new currency. At the risk of sounding glib, it seems our reality is forever changed. But, Rudyard Kipling’s fatherly advice to “keep your head when all about you are losing theirs” would seem to apply. And in the world of human resources, I think it’s especially important that we follow it.
Here are five ways for HR, recruitment, and staffing professionals to keep their heads through the coronavirus pandemic, even while others are seemingly losing theirs: please click the link to read the full article -
5 Ways AI Can Put the Human Back in Human Resources
TLNT Talent Management & HR
A quick scroll through the headlines just about any day of the week reveals a glut of fear-mongering headlines about AI and various forms of AI-driven technology. But, when it comes to human resources and recruitment, such fears are – generally speaking – baseless. As FDR once said, “the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Or, if you prefer your admonitions to be more contemporary: “Fear is the path to the dark side.”
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Evolving modern recruitment: People first, Tech second?
TLNT Talent Management & HR
How candidate engagement plays a crucial, and what it takes to deliver that experience? Read this article. The opinion shared with other authors in this article
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Do applicant tracking systems work?
Multi Briefs: Execlusive
Applicant tracking systems (ATS) automate the recruitment, interview, and hiring process. They provide a tremendous benefit to companies, but at what cost? Do they improve the process for job seekers or actually make it more cumbersome? And to what degree could an ATS hinder companies from finding the best applicants? My opinion was shared among other executives as part of this article authored by Terri Williams.
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Survey: Two-thirds of global staffing firms to adopt AI-driven ATS by 2021
Human Resource Executive
If a recent survey is correct, AI will continue to take the recruiting world by storm, especially when it comes to tracking job seekers. Tom reported CEIPAL survey findings on AI through this summary article.
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Ceipal: Enabling Quality Hiring for Productive Business Workflow
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Companies at time fail to attract talented candidates due to little knowledge in the recruitment and hiring processes. Ceipal, with its innovative solutions, aims to solve the issues faced by companies in retaining millennial in the workforce for a longer period. It also helps in using data effectively and balancing the speed of hire with quality of hire. Other attributes also include enhancing the efficiency during the recruitment process, and provide superlative candidate experience.
Honors & Awards
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DE&I Influencer Honoree from SIA
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)
The DE&I Influencers list honors individuals in the US and Canada who are advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organizations and across the workforce solutions ecosystem at large. The people on this list are passionate advocates for others. They never shy away from tough conversations on DE&I, and their advocacy efforts are as diverse as the communities they serve.
To read my honoree’s profile -->…The DE&I Influencers list honors individuals in the US and Canada who are advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organizations and across the workforce solutions ecosystem at large. The people on this list are passionate advocates for others. They never shy away from tough conversations on DE&I, and their advocacy efforts are as diverse as the communities they serve.
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New York State Senate 2022 Empire Award
NYS Senator Jeremy Cooney
Senator Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) honored nine local businesses with a New York State Empire Awards and eight exceptional individuals with New York State Commendation Awards.
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CEIPAL has been Great Place to Work-Certified™.
Great Place To Work Institute
Great Place to Work® Certification Program is the first step for an organization in its journey to build a High-Trust, High-Performance Culture™ and your organization has successfully accomplished this milestone.
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Best Employer Brand Awards 2020 - Telangana State, India
http://www.employerbrandingawards.com/hyderabad.html
Telangana Best Employer Brand Awards are hosted by Employer Branding Institute; World HRD Congress & Stars of the Industry Group. Senior leaders in HR connect with each other virtually to share the best practices in Employer Branding and outstanding professional in several geographical regions who are contributing to "Talent Management, Talent Development, and Talent Innovation" are part of the Employer Branding Institute.
Source:…Telangana Best Employer Brand Awards are hosted by Employer Branding Institute; World HRD Congress & Stars of the Industry Group. Senior leaders in HR connect with each other virtually to share the best practices in Employer Branding and outstanding professional in several geographical regions who are contributing to "Talent Management, Talent Development, and Talent Innovation" are part of the Employer Branding Institute.
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Rochester Top 100 Honoree
Rochester Business Journal & KPMG
2020 - Ranked 35 (https://bit.ly/3gdjMVo)
2019 - Ranked 3 (https://bit.ly/2PTwc9B)
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2017 - Ranked 14 (https://goo.gl/kkwe7f)
2016 - Ranked 18 (https://bit.ly/35WGP0I)
2015 - Ranked 23
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2020 List of Fastest-Growing Staffing Firms
Staffing Industry Analysts
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America's Best Startup Employers - CEIPAL ranked 46
Forbes
Forbes partnered with market research company Statista to identify the up-and-coming companies liked best by their employees in our inaugural ranking of America’s best startup employers. The list was compiled by evaluating 2,500 American businesses with at least 50 employees on three criteria: employer reputation, employee satisfaction, and growth.
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Deloitte Technology Fast 500
Deloitte
Ranked three times in a row on Top 500 fastest growing technology companies in North America
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Rank 2018: 276 (https://bit.ly/2fTlbAd)
Rank 2017: 226 (https://bit.ly/2zhwqyz)
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Inc 500 Honoree
Inc 500/5000
2018 - Ranked 1651 (Inc 5000) {https://www.inc.com/inc5000/list/2018}
2017 - Ranked 2190 (Inc 5000) {https://www.inc.com/inc5000/list/2017}
2016 - Ranked 2538 (Inc 5000) {http://www.inc.com/inc5000/list/2016/}
2015 - Ranked 2887 (Inc 5000) {http://www.inc.com/inc5000/list/2015/}
2014 - Ranked 238 (Inc 500) {http://www.inc.com/inc5000/list/2014/} -
Fast 100 Asian American Businesses
USPAACC
Avani was awarded twice Fast 100 Asian American Business by US Pan Asian American Business Chamber of Commerce. www.uspaacc.com
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2017 Go Giver Award
Dale Carnegie of Rochester NY
Sameer was honored with the "2017 Go Giver" award in recognition of his personal achievements and his effort to inspire and support Rochester youth to achieve their true potential. An award from Dale Carnegie of Rochester NY. http://rochester.dalecarnegie.com/
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Fast 100 Asian American Businesses
USPAACC
Indotronix was awarded Fast 100 Asian American Business by US Pan Asian American Business Chamber of Commerce. www.uspaacc.com
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Avani Certified as ISO 9001:2008 Organization
BSI - Quality Standards Company
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SBA Success Story
SBA Buffalo District Office
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Spotlight Story by NYNJ Supplier Development Council
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Silicon India Top 100 firms
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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
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Unfortunately, I’ve seen a lot of potentially great startups fail. Here is one major reason … They listen too much to what they WANT to hear, and…
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In 2024, IT recruitment is not just about filling positions; it's about evolving with the trends that redefine the industry. From AI-driven hiring…
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#BITSPilani ranks #first among private engineering colleges in IIRF 2024. IIRF - Indian Institutional Ranking Framework 2024 rankings evaluate…
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Keith Zingler from #Indotronix will be facilitating the roundtable on: ⛳ High Turnover Roles at #CWS | Staffing Industry Analysts Mark your…
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Happy Labor Day! #avanihealthcarestaffing
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Our federal tech hub designation is just the beginning - and a catalyst - for much greater teamwork/collaboration between Rochester, Buffalo, and…
Our federal tech hub designation is just the beginning - and a catalyst - for much greater teamwork/collaboration between Rochester, Buffalo, and…
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Happy Labor Day! #indotronixavanigroup #talentdelivered
Happy Labor Day! #indotronixavanigroup #talentdelivered
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Weekend Point --->>> Imitation is the sincerest [form] of flattery! ...blindly imitating everything is dishonest, ...but stealing someone else’s…
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