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On 8th March<\/strong>, we celebrate International Women\u2019s Day<\/strong>, and to mark the occasion, we sat down with Anna Misiewicz<\/strong>, our Co-CEO<\/strong> since 2017.<\/p>

Anna studied Iberian and Ibero-American Philology<\/strong> at the University of Warsaw<\/strong> and began her career in the translation industry<\/strong> as a Project Manager<\/strong>. She later took on Team Lead<\/strong> and Department Manager<\/strong> roles before stepping into her current position as Co-CEO<\/strong> at Overseas Translations<\/strong>.<\/p>

With a lifelong passion for languages<\/strong>, she speaks Polish<\/strong> (her native language), English<\/strong>, Spanish<\/strong>, Portuguese<\/strong>, and Catalan<\/strong>. At Overseas Translations<\/strong>, she oversees the Production<\/strong>, Quality<\/strong>, and Marketing<\/strong> departments, ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of excellence.<\/p>

Throughout her career, Anna has worked in various roles within the translation industry<\/strong>, giving her a broad perspective on both the sector and business leadership<\/strong>. In this interview, she shares her experience as a woman in the business world<\/strong> and the journey that brought her to where she is today.<\/p>

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How has your experience been as a woman in the business world?<\/h2>

Did you face any barriers or challenges because of your gender? How did you overcome them?<\/h3>

For me, being a woman has never been a barrier in my career<\/strong>. In the translation industry<\/strong>\u2014at least from my experience\u2014I get the impression that there are actually more women<\/strong> than men<\/strong>. However, in every company I\u2019ve worked for, the highest leadership positions<\/strong> were almost always held by men<\/strong>.<\/p>

That said, this was never an obstacle. Beyond gender<\/strong>, I\u2019ve always been surrounded by great leaders<\/strong> and incredible professionals<\/strong>, both men and women, from whom I\u2019ve learned so much and always felt supported.<\/p>

I truly believe that real leadership has no gender<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s about vision<\/strong>, values<\/strong>, and the ability to inspire others<\/strong>. And that\u2019s what truly makes a difference in any industry<\/strong>.<\/p>

Today, as Co-CEO of Overseas Translations<\/strong>, I share this role with Rub\u00e9n Ruiz<\/strong>, an exceptional leader<\/strong> and a remarkable professional<\/strong>. I firmly believe that a company\u2019s success<\/strong> doesn\u2019t depend on who holds the top positions, but on the mindset<\/strong> and leadership approach<\/strong> that drives it forward.<\/p>

What does being a leader in your field mean to you?<\/h2>

How would you define your leadership style?<\/h3>

Ever since I was a child, I had a very clear motto: you\u2019re either the best version of yourself, or your efforts won\u2019t count. But it\u2019s not about literally being the best\u2014it\u2019s about always giving my best. The best of my knowledge<\/strong>, my effort<\/strong>, my attitude<\/strong>. Always eager to learn, to question, to dig deeper if there\u2019s something I don\u2019t know, so that the outcome of my work is always the best it can be. So that I can take pride in knowing I\u2019ve done things the right way.<\/p>

That mindset drives both my professional<\/strong> and personal<\/strong> life. That\u2019s why my leadership style<\/strong> is bold, non-conformist, and always striving for improvement<\/strong> and solutions<\/strong>. It\u2019s also highly transparent<\/strong>, because I believe clarity<\/strong> is key in any team.<\/p>

I know I can be demanding\u2014first with myself, and then with my team. But always with respect<\/strong> and with the goal of achieving excellence<\/strong>. To me, doing a good job doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s simply acceptable\u2014it means delivering the very best we can, within our possibilities.<\/p>

That\u2019s how I see leadership<\/strong>: not as a title, but as the responsibility<\/strong> to constantly raise the bar, to inspire<\/strong>, and to ensure that everything we do leaves a lasting impact.<\/p>

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Have you ever felt that your work or opinions were undervalued because you\u2019re a woman?<\/h2>

Have you ever been in situations where you felt you had to work harder to be recognised?<\/h3>

I\u2019ve never felt undervalued<\/strong> because I\u2019m a woman<\/strong>. It\u2019s true that I\u2019ve had to work incredibly hard<\/strong> in every job I\u2019ve had, but I believe that\u2019s something we all go through. In my case, that effort<\/strong> wasn\u2019t driven by my gender<\/strong>\u2014it was driven by my own ambitions<\/strong>.<\/p>

I\u2019ve always wanted to prove that I could do more, take on new challenges<\/strong>, learn, and keep growing professionally<\/strong>. For me, hard work<\/strong> has never been about fighting for recognition<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s been a tool to achieve what I set out to do. And that mindset<\/strong> is what has brought me to where I am today.<\/p>

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How do you balance your personal and professional life?<\/h2>

How has it been managing work and motherhood? Do you feel pressure to “do it all” without falling behind in your career?<\/h3>

Honestly, this question made me laugh\u2014but in a good way. Some days, I feel like one of those superhero mums<\/strong> who has everything under control, and other days, time just slips away, and I barely manage to get anything done.<\/p>

I have to admit that running my own business<\/strong> gives me a lot of privileges<\/strong>\u2014flexible hours<\/strong> that I can adjust to my needs, the option to work from home<\/strong> when my kids are unwell\u2026 But of course, there\u2019s a less glamorous side to it, too. More than once, I\u2019ve found myself working late<\/strong> into the night or waking up at dawn to get ahead with work.<\/p>

Luckily, now that my children<\/strong> are a bit older, I\u2019ve been able to return to a more stable schedule<\/strong>.<\/p>

The pressure<\/strong> to do it all is definitely there. Today\u2019s society sells us this “superwoman<\/strong>” image, making us feel like we have to handle everything effortlessly. But in my case, I don\u2019t think it\u2019s society imposing that pressure<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s just part of who I am.<\/p>

I want it all. And I try to organise<\/strong> myself to make it happen\u2014working<\/strong>, spending quality time<\/strong> with my children, cooking<\/strong> (which I love!), going to the gym<\/strong>, and continuing to grow professionally<\/strong>. It\u2019s not easy, but in the end, if something truly matters to you, you\u2019ll always find a way to make it fit.<\/p>

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What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced as a woman in your career?<\/h2>

Without a doubt, the biggest challenge<\/strong> in my career was becoming a mother<\/strong>. Overnight, my priorities<\/strong> completely shifted. I realised I didn\u2019t want to spend 10+ hours a day away from home, barely seeing my children<\/strong>. I knew that while they were little, I wanted to dedicate as much time to them as possible.<\/p>

At the time, I was working at another company<\/strong>, and although I considered reducing my hours, the workload<\/strong> was always high. Plus, as a department head<\/strong>, I couldn\u2019t see how I could do my job properly in just four hours a day. And the truth is, I loved my job<\/strong>\u2014I was genuinely happy there.<\/p>

But that was the moment when I had to rethink my entire professional life<\/strong>. I knew that joining Overseas Translations<\/strong> was the right decision. And I wasn\u2019t wrong.<\/p>

Today, running my own company<\/strong> not only allows me to have better balance<\/strong>, but also to keep growing professionally<\/strong>. I\u2019ve learned so much in areas I never touched before\u2014finance<\/strong>, sales<\/strong>, marketing<\/strong>\u2026 and I keep discovering new things every day. Sometimes, the biggest challenges<\/strong> bring the greatest opportunities<\/strong>.<\/p>

Do you think women lead or work differently from men?<\/h2>

Have you noticed differences in decision-making, communication, or working styles?<\/h3>

I don\u2019t believe there\u2019s a fundamental difference in how men<\/strong> and women<\/strong> work or lead. What truly makes a difference isn\u2019t gender<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s leadership style<\/strong> and individual personality<\/strong>.<\/p>

Personally, I see myself as dynamic<\/strong> and fairly direct<\/strong>. My approach might be more similar to some male leaders<\/strong> I\u2019ve worked with, but not because it\u2019s a \u201cmasculine style\u201d of leadership<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s simply how I am.<\/p>

At the end of the day, it\u2019s not about gender<\/strong>, it\u2019s about character<\/strong> and mindset<\/strong>. The way we work, make decisions<\/strong>, and lead<\/strong> is shaped by who we are as individuals, not by whether we\u2019re men or women.<\/p>

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What values do you consider essential in the workplace and in life?<\/h2>

What principles guide the way you work and connect with others?<\/h3>

I see myself as a dynamic<\/strong> and transparent<\/strong> person, and those are the same values I look for in others. I like to surround myself with people who have charisma<\/strong>, drive<\/strong>, and a hunger to improve<\/strong>\u2014people who are always striving to level up<\/strong> and who inspire others simply by being themselves.<\/p>

For me, there are three key elements, both professionally and personally: passion<\/strong>, charisma<\/strong>, and self-motivation<\/strong>. Because when you have those three, everything else falls into place.<\/p>

I believe it\u2019s crucial to never get stuck or settle, even when things are going well. There\u2019s always something new to learn<\/strong>, something more to achieve<\/strong>, and another version of yourself waiting to emerge. And that\u2019s not just a career booster<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s the secret to feeling truly fulfilled<\/strong> and happy<\/strong>.<\/p>

Beyond work, what are you passionate about?<\/h2>

How do you make time for your hobbies or the things that inspire you? Do your passions influence the way you work or see the world?<\/h3>

I\u2019m passionate about cooking<\/strong> and sports<\/strong>. Cooking has always been something I\u2019ve loved, and while sport<\/strong> has been a part of my life for years, in the last two, it\u2019s shaped my character even more\u2014especially fitboxing<\/strong>, which is the perfect way to unleash all my energy<\/strong>.<\/p>

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I also love reading<\/strong> and spending time with my family<\/strong>, whether that\u2019s hiking<\/strong> in the mountains, visiting seaside villages, or going on bike rides<\/strong> together.<\/p>

Finding time for hobbies isn\u2019t easy, but I truly believe it comes down to communication<\/strong>, organisation<\/strong>, and setting fixed time slots for what matters. If you plan<\/strong> for it, you\u2019ll make it happen\u2014no matter what. And in the end, that\u2019s what keeps the spark<\/strong> alive, turning daily routines into something far more exciting<\/strong>.<\/p>

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What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?<\/h2>

My advice? Seize every opportunity<\/strong> that comes your way. Challenges<\/strong> will always exist, but there\u2019s always a way forward. The key is knowing your priorities<\/strong> and aligning your professional goals<\/strong> with them.<\/p>

As women<\/strong>, we have a remarkable ability to juggle multiple things at once, to adapt<\/strong>, to see possibilities where others see limits. We bring incredible value<\/strong> to the table.<\/p>

So, go after your dreams<\/strong> without fear\u2014because you\u2019re more than capable of achieving them. And don\u2019t be afraid to make mistakes<\/strong>, either. Mistakes aren\u2019t failures; they\u2019re part of learning<\/strong>, growing<\/strong>, and getting stronger<\/strong>.<\/p>

What matters isn\u2019t doing everything perfectly, but having the courage<\/strong> to do it at all. And we? We are fearless<\/strong>. \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>

Thank you, Anna<\/strong>, for sharing your vision and experience with us during this Women\u2019s Week<\/strong>.<\/h3>

Finding what truly drives<\/strong> you makes all the difference. When you love<\/strong> what you do, effort turns into motivation<\/strong>, and challenges<\/strong> become opportunities for growth<\/strong>.<\/p>

At Overseas Translations<\/strong>, we believe in talent<\/strong>, dedication<\/strong>, and excellence<\/strong>\u2014regardless of who is leading the way. Because leadership<\/strong> isn\u2019t about gender, but about character<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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