SummaryIn this episode of Quality Talks, host Stu Day welcomes Yulia Sharabi, a seasoned QA manager, to discuss her journey in the field of Quality Assurance. Yulia shares her experiences transitioning from manual to automated testing, the challenges of leading teams, and the importance of adapting to change in the tech industry. The conversation delves into the evolution of QA education, the significance of building trust within teams, and the emotional aspects of implementing change. Yulia emphasises the need for patience, understanding, and preparation when introducing new processes and tools in a workplace. The episode concludes with Yulia's advice to embrace opportunities and say yes to new challenges.TakeawaysYulia has over a decade of experience in QA across various industries.She transitioned from manual testing to leading distributed teams in the crypto domain.Education in QA often lacks focus on practical testing methodologies.Adapting to change is crucial in QA roles, especially with evolving technologies.Building trust within teams is essential for successful change management.Understanding the audience is key when introducing new tools or processes.Emotional aspects play a significant role in how teams respond to change.Patience is necessary when implementing new methodologies in teams.Yulia's personal experiences have influenced her approach to QA leadership.Saying yes to opportunities can lead to unexpected and rewarding paths. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background05:56 Career Journey in QA and Tech11:19 Education and the Importance of QA13:36 Transitioning from Individual Contributor to Leadership19:18 Managing Change and Resistance25:11 Navigating Leadership Challenges30:27 The Role of QA in Startups32:20 Transforming Testing Methodologies35:01 Navigating Change with Patience37:10 Understanding Team Dynamics39:32 Choosing the Right Tools41:37 Considering Stakeholders in Change44:16 Building Trust Across Departments45:51 Preparing for Change48:39 Challenges and Learning Moments52:45 Recruitment and Team BuildingLinks:Yulia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yulia-sharabi/Yulia's MoT Profile: https://www.ministryoftesting.com/p/yudit?s_id=19028979Yulia’s Blog: https://medium.com/@yudit77091

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