Meet the Monoovian
Say hello to Siddharth Sajwan, Business Analyst at Monoova. Sid shares his experiences at Monoova with us and and some surprising fun facts. 👇
What do you like most about working at Monoova and the fintech industry?
Tech and finance are ever-changing industries; the combination of the two creates an industry that is fast-paced, agile and responsive. You often wear many hats when working in a fintech, so it’s a great way to dive into new opportunities and responsibilities
New business models, latest trends and new challenges are always just around the corner so there’s rarely a boring day at work! Monoova offers flexibility when it comes to working hours, as well as opportunities to try new things and this is also further encouraged in our culture.
How would you describe Monoovians in 3 words?
Fun, Collaborative and Supportive
Payments can be quite a dry topic, over the last year what have you learned about payments that has surprised you?
The complexity and interconnectedness of global payment systems can be surprising. With so many different currencies, payment methods, and regulations, navigating international payments can be challenging and often requires specialized knowledge and expertise. It’s also important to embrace the element of change in this evolving industry.
What is your favourite part of your role?
I always measure the success of my work through the positive impact I leave on the company’s goals. I’m especially motivated when I think of how many people I can help through my work. I believe that making a product or a service more efficient allows me to interact and help teams internally to get the job done but also knowing that the impact of my role goes beyond those teams to reach people who benefit from the product and work with it daily.
Most memorable moment at Monoova?
Getting recognition for my work and contributions from our CEO, Christian Westerlind Wigstrom.
Favourite way to spend a day off?
Go out, eat out and work out.
Best piece of advice you have ever been given?
Asking for help isn’t the sign of weakness but a sign of the willingness to learn things. No one is created perfect and asking for help means you are growing and developing your skills. Plus, this can also show your willingness to collaborate with other people.
What’s something you’re planning on doing but haven't done yet?
Vlogging
Last book you read?
Ikigai
Do you collect anything? How did you start?
Sneakers, I started when I was young and bought my first pair of Nike dunks
If you were a superhero what would your superpower be and why?
Spiderman, ability to shoot webs from my wrists, allowing me to swing through the city with ease.
If you could teleport to anywhere in the world right now, where would you go and why?
Ittoqqortoormiit in eastern Greenland; it can only be reached by a helicopter or a boat. It has a population of around 450 people only and one of the most isolated and challenging places to live in the world.
If you could see one movie again for the first time, what would it be and why?
The Dark Knight and Forrest Gump.