The simple, the basic, the essential: a reflection from my role as CPO at ARENA
Back to what really matters
In recent years, I have become increasingly aware of a phenomenon that has become part of our daily lives. We live in an environment where success is associated with visibility, speed, and individual achievement. This trend has pushed values that we have long considered non-negotiable into the background. And yet, the more I observe this reality, the clearer it becomes to me that we need to return to the essentials.
This reflection does not stem from nostalgia, but from my direct experience in my role at ARENA. In a sector as dynamic as technology and finance, the temptation to prioritize immediacy is constant. But it is precisely here that values such as commitment service, teamwork, and collaboration take on even greater meaning.
Commitment as a foundation
Commitment is one of those quiet virtues. It doesn’t attract attention or make headlines, but it underpins any professional or personal relationship. It means doing what you say you will do, being consistent, and taking responsibility with perseverance. At a time when everything seems to be accelerating, committing yourself has become almost an act of courage.
At ARENA, we experience this every day. I’m not just talking about commitment to our clients, but also the commitment we show within the company: to our projects, our teams, and the culture we are building.
The attitude of service as a way of being
A service-oriented attitude is another value that has fallen into disuse, yet it is one of the most powerful. Thinking about the common good before individual interests builds trust and strengthens cohesion. It is not about grand gestures, but simple actions: listening, offering help, facilitating the work of others.
In our company, this translates into something very concrete: being available, sharing knowledge, accompanying and uplifting those around us. It is a leadership style and, at the same time, a way of understanding work.
When the team makes the difference
Teamwork and collaboration are essential drivers for innovation. Diversity of viewpoints enriches. Listening, debating, and building together leads to stronger and more sustainable solutions.
In sectors such as ours, where technical complexity is high and challenges multiply, collaboration is more than a value: it is a necessity. The combination of skills, experiences, and styles allows us to move forward with greater precision and humanity.
The importance of not forgetting the essentials
We live in a society that sometimes seems to justify any means to achieve success. But being a good person not only doesn’t detract, it multiplies. It allows us to grow from a more solid foundation. It reminds us that the most lasting impact is not built on haste, but on consistency.
And perhaps that is why the simple, the basic, and the essential are more relevant than ever. Because what is truly important is often hidden behind the obvious.
ARENA and the value of our essence
At ARENA, we work in a competitive sector. We know that. And yet we are committed to something different: a culture where people are at the center and where values are not just a slogan, but a tangible way of working.
These values not only set us apart from other technology consultancies; they are the compass that guides our evolution. We build on closeness, on listening, and on the conviction that talent flourishes when it feels recognized and cared for.
Towards a more humane future
Vindicating humanity at work is not a romantic gesture. It is a strategic decision. The more we advance as a company, the more evident it becomes that true progress does not come solely from technology, but from the use we make of it and the people who make it possible.
Because greatness lies in simplicity, in the basics, in the essentials. In those gestures that sustain coexistence and a job well done. In the bonds that allow us to grow, learn, and transform ourselves as a team.
Because it all starts in the day-to-day, on any given day.
And at ARENA, we renew our commitment: to continue building a culture based on the values that define us and make us different. A culture where each person can contribute, develop, and be part of something that not only works, but inspires.
