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ONG>Where did you learn your English?

I started studying English only at the age of 17 when I entered the University of Finance and International Trade. But I made it and now I feel almost as a native speaker.

How did it help you in your career?

As I work at the French company, I use French language more often. But English helps me to communicate with our English-speaking partners – we have a lot of them. Also English is indispensable while travelling.

Your favorite places (ways) to spend free time in Kyiv?

I love going to cinema and theater, my favorite ones are Molodiy, DAKH and Russian Drama Theater. Sometimes I enjoy spending time at Parliament library – it’s a very cozy place. I also like strolling in the Maryinsky Park or just wandering downtown, especially on the summer evenings, when the city is empty.

What’s your idea of a perfect weekend?

Perfect weekend is planned in advance. Most of all I love to travel by car, to see the greatest sights of Ukraine and to plan the toute by myself.

What’s the key to success in life?

It consists of three elements: to be yourself, to read a lot and work hard. Education and diligence make person confident and help gain success.

Your biggest pet peeve?

Disorder – I can’t stand when it’s messy or untidy.

How would your friends describe you?

They would say that I am very intelligent, resourceful, always cheerful and full of new ideas.

What was your childhood dream?

My biggest dream at the age of five was to have a beautiful white car called Volga.

Favorite movie?

I love all the Soviet movies and cartoons – I never grow tired of them.

What’s your favorite music?

Enigma and French singer Garou.

What is the best place you’ve traveled to?

Travelling is my passion, but I can’t single out a “best” place. Every place I have ever been to is unique – some of them are impossible to compare.