Owning Your Path: Lilian Terzi

At Dialectica, we believe that a strong, curious mindset is more important than a specific background. We're a place where scientists, lawyers, academics, and specialists can successfully pivot their careers, applying their expertise in a new, fast-paced commercial context. In this edition of "Owning Your Path," we're featuring Lilian Terzi, Survey Associate of our Client Service Team.

With a Master's in Biotechnology and Business and 2.5 years as a Medical Information Specialist, Lilian's story is a perfect case study in resilience, adaptation, and the rewards of taking on a new challenge.

‍The "No Typical Day" Environment

For Lilian, the shift to Dialectica was a shift in pace and structure—one she embraced.

“Honestly, what makes the environment unique is the people: my team and manager motivate me every single day. We are all deeply invested in each other's success, which transforms challenging work into an enriching career.”

‍How Challenge Drives Growth

The dynamic nature of the work is not just a feature; it's Lilian's favorite part of the job. It’s an environment that demands continuous growth.

“My favorite part is that you are genuinely never bored. Since every project is a new challenge, it pushes me to evolve professionally and personally with every win.”

But what makes this fast-paced environment sustainable and rewarding? For Lilian, it's the people.

“Honestly, what makes the environment unique are the people: my team and manager motivate me every single day. We are all deeply invested in each other’s success, which transforms challenging work into an incredibly rewarding career.”

‍Lilian’s Advice: Be Resilient and Take Ownership

Lilian’s advice is direct and perfectly captures the mindset needed to thrive at Dialectica, especially for those pivoting from a different industry.

“You need to be resilient and ready to take full ownership of your professional journey. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to see real personal growth, this is the place—just be ready to put in the effort and trust your team.”