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"Doing things the right way is about honesty, respect, and integrity—principles I strive to live by every day. I believe they're the foundation for good teamwork, helping us deliver top-notch results for everyone involved: our customers, partners, and fellow Agodans. Our team honors this value by following best practices, developing transparent frameworks for the projects we drive and support, and clearly communicating our progress and challenges to ensure everyone’s on the same page. We coordinate across teams and know when to bring in the right people for support and guidance. Most importantly, we’re not afraid to speak up when things go wrong. By setting the bar high and holding ourselves accountable, we inspire others to do the same." Joy Hunhammer Herholz, Senior Director of Customer Experience and Change 'Do things the right way' is one of our core company values. Learn how these values inspire five Agoda leaders in our latest blog: ago-da.co/values-li #agoda #lifeatagoda

"Joining Agoda was one of the best moment in my life! One reason why I really like to work here is because of the core values which we have here: - Do things the right way: Strive for excellence by consistently making the right choices. Before taking action, meticulously assess all potential risks associated with various solutions. - Move fast and be efficient: Speed is essential, but not at the expense of quality. Embrace efficiency as your guiding principle while maintaining a commitment to excellence. - Be a scientist, experiment, and measure: Embrace the spirit of scientific inquiry in everything you do. Each solution should be both measurable and experimental. Let data guide your decision-making process. - Take ownership and make a difference: Be proud of your contributions, and aim to create groundbreaking results. Your work should be a game-changer, leaving a lasting impact. - Be direct and respectful: Our company thrives on diversity, and it’s crucial to maintain mutual respect. Fostering a supportive environment is at the core of our values. Interested to join us? Visit our career page here: https://bit.ly/45Dajzb Discover more about Life at Agoda here: https://bit.ly/44eGtjD" #LifeAtAgoda #Agoda #MyBestJourney

Today's Lion Air Group office visit by Raymond Cheong from Agoda was more than just a meeting; it was a confluence of ideas and a celebration of teamwork. His presence brought a new perspective and his insights were invaluable. Our discussion ventured beyond the usual, turning an ordinary afternoon into a catalyst for innovation. Thank you, Raymond, for the meaningful dialogue and the shared moments that will undoubtedly contribute to our collective success. 🌟🤝 #Gratitude #Teamwork #Innovation"

"I joined Agoda 9 years ago as a Customer Support Specialist in the Thai team, embarking on a journey full of opportunities to upskill and embrace new challenges. Initially, I had to familiarize myself with the different tools we use, but I quickly began to thrive in my role. A new opportunity appeared when Agoda began piloting the Team Captain position, a chance to step into management and take my career to the next level. This role shaped me as a person and allowed me to learn so much – not just new skills and tasks, but the mindset of true leadership. Handling escalations and collaborating with teammates became second nature. I was still hungry to learn more, so my next challenge was becoming a Social Media Specialist, a role I was drawn to because of my curiosity and social media savvy. I learned to approach case investigations and negotiation with a win-win mindset, achieving strong outcomes and supporting my team by training newbies and assisting management. Today, I am a Social Media Team Manager, and refining my leadership, decision-making, data analysis, and coaching skills form the foundation of my growth. I love that Agoda encourages us to continually improve ourselves. Our work culture promotes internal mobility but also allows us to share suggestions, address errors, collaborate on projects, and engage with peers." Maggie Boonyawal is a Social Media Team Manager at Agoda. 👉 Learn about her story here: ago-da.co/maggie-li #lifeatagoda #agoda #careergrowth

When starting a new job, at a new company, in a new environment, we might feel that we're unable to keep up with the people around us. The fear of not being able to adapt to new environments can cause people to stay locked in their current positions and refuse to move to other companies, to develop themselves, or look for other opportunities to grow. But if you choose Agoda, we do things differently here. At Agoda, when you decide to join us, there will be a dedicated team to provide you with one month of training. Yes, one month to make sure you are ready before letting you go to your own workspace. That includes training with the best, learning how the company works, developing needed skills, and more. At Agoda, we all had to start somewhere. You don't have to be able to run right away, but we'll walk together, towards the same goal. I have never regret coming on board joining Agoda Team! So, are you ready for your first step? Check out https://bit.ly/44dYHSX #lifeatagoda

Here's why Michael Abadi, Senior Software Engineer, loves his journey at Agoda: "Joining Agoda was one of the best moment in my life! One reason why I really like to work here is because of the core values which we have here: - Do things the right way: Strive for excellence by consistently making the right choices. Before taking action, meticulously assess all potential risks associated with various solutions. - Move fast and be efficient: Speed is essential, but not at the expense of quality. Embrace efficiency as your guiding principle while maintaining a commitment to excellence. - Be a scientist, experiment, and measure: Embrace the spirit of scientific inquiry in everything you do. Each solution should be both measurable and experimental. Let data guide your decision-making process. - Take ownership and make a difference: Be proud of your contributions, and aim to create groundbreaking results. Your work should be a game-changer, leaving a lasting impact. - Be direct and respectful: Our company thrives on diversity, and it’s crucial to maintain mutual respect. Fostering a supportive environment is at the core of our values. Interested to join us? Visit our career page here: https://bit.ly/45Dajzb Discover more about Life at Agoda here: https://bit.ly/44eGtjD" #LifeAtAgoda #Agoda #MyBestJourney

Why do you need to be the one who is flexible when things don't go as planned? In life, we rarely get everything as we expect it. We are thrown challenges in our direction, and we must take them as opportunities to become better.  Flexibility is key to adjust quickly. You must plan for the unexpected and be ready for it as well. Lazada just laid of employees in Singapore, immediately after new year. It was incredibly unexpected for everyone involved and I can empathize with that feeling as I have been in that situation myself before. I hope all of them finds new opportunities that will be even better for everyone impacted. The more flexible we are and the stronger our mindset is when unexpected things happen, the better we can bounce back from setbacks. In Agoda are always looking for amazing talent across our sites and I know we have some great people who were previously from Lazada in our teams. I hope everyone who were impacted, remains strong and believes that they can bounce back. When one door closes, there are usually new doors opening and I hope everyone who faces challenges, will remind themselves to look for the new door openings. May we all be adaptable and ready for setbacks and build our mindset up to deal with it. #habits #clarity #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #goalsetting #introspection #values #passions #adaptability #opportunities #newbeginning

Here's why Michael Abadi, Senior Software Engineer, loves his journey at Agoda: "Joining Agoda was one of the best moment in my life! One reason why I really like to work here is because of the core values which we have here: - Do things the right way: Strive for excellence by consistently making the right choices. Before taking action, meticulously assess all potential risks associated with various solutions. - Move fast and be efficient: Speed is essential, but not at the expense of quality. Embrace efficiency as your guiding principle while maintaining a commitment to excellence. - Be a scientist, experiment, and measure: Embrace the spirit of scientific inquiry in everything you do. Each solution should be both measurable and experimental. Let data guide your decision-making process. - Take ownership and make a difference: Be proud of your contributions, and aim to create groundbreaking results. Your work should be a game-changer, leaving a lasting impact. - Be direct and respectful: Our company thrives on diversity, and it’s crucial to maintain mutual respect. Fostering a supportive environment is at the core of our values. Interested to join us? Visit our career page here: https://bit.ly/45Dajzb Discover more about Life at Agoda here: https://bit.ly/44eGtjD" #LifeAtAgoda #Agoda #MyBestJourney