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Hey everyone! I’m a fresh grad and I just landed my very first job!

It’s at a crypto exchange company that is Chinese-owned. Most of my coworkers will be Chinese. They mentioned that there is a KPI-based bonus structure, and my immediate goal is to make a great impression and successfully pass my 6-month probation to become a regular employee.

Since I am completely new to the crypto industry and this specific workplace culture, I would love some advice from the community on a few things:

1. Crypto Knowledge: What are the absolute basics I need to master regarding crypto wallets (hot vs. cold, networks like ERC-20 vs. TRC-20, etc.)?
2. Workplace & Culture: How do I navigate working in a predominantly Chinese-owned company? Are there specific cultural nuances or work ethics I should be aware of?
3. Securing Regularization: What actions or traits do Chinese bosses/managers value most? What should they see in me during my first 6 months?
4. KPIs: Any tips on how to consistently hit KPIs in a fast-paced environment like crypto?

I really want to do well and make a good impression. Any tips, resources, or warnings would be highly appreciated! Thanks in advance !

I just finished my HR interview with Cognizant. I'm feeling a bit anxious because the whole thing felt incredibly short and they only asked me three questions:

- Introduce yourself
- Why BPO?
- What is the most important quality for this role?

When it got to the last question, my nerves completely got the best of me. I lost my words, stuttered a bit, and gave a messy explanation about "handling irate customers" and "handling pressure." I managed to finish my thought, but it definitely wasn't my best moment.
Right after I answered, the recruiter basically wrapped up the call. They didn't ask or mention anything at all about salary expectation, allowances, or shift flexibility. What worries me even more is that they didn't even give me time to ask my own questions at the end—they just ended it.

For those who have applied or are currently working at Cognizant:
- Is it normal for their initial HR interview to be this fast and not give you a chance to ask questions?
- Why didn't they bring up the salary package? Does the lack of QA and salary talk mean I messed up the last question and got ghost-rejected on the spot?
- How long does it usually take to hear back from them?

Would love to hear about your experiences. Thank you!