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PROFILE

“A big part of my training involves making quick decisions as well as problem solving.” – Vyolaine Dujmovic.

National Pride Vyolaine Dujmovic will represent Canada at WorldSkills 2017 By Alex Dugas

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riginally from Lery, Quebec, Vyolaine Dujmovic has held a strong passion for the automotive industry ever since she was a child. Today, Dujmovic, thanks in part to sponsorship from Fix Auto and AIA Canada, is preparing for the 44th WorldSkills Autobody Competition, to be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on October 2017. Collision Repair magazine contacted Dujmovic to gain more insight into her training, influences and inspirations.

Collision Repair magazine: How has your

CRM: How are you preparing for the competition? VD: I go to school twice a week for technical training. It’s not only about the technical training though. A big part of my training involves making quick decisions as well as problem solving. Much of my training involves learning how to think quickly and efficiently.

experience with Skills Canada and WorldSkills enriched your life?

CRM: What have been your biggest challenges throughout this experience?

Vyolaine Dujmovic: This experience has given

VD: Managing myself. I am a natural born perfectionist and I have my own techniques for everything. It was definitely hard to let my trainers teach me new skills and new techniques. This has taught me how to manage myself on a professional level.

me the opportunity to learn a lot of new skills at a very fast pace. One of the most fulfilling aspects of the competition was the chance to meet so many great people and form new friendships. By

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travelling to different provinces and countries, I got the chance to meet some memorable people who will remain excellent contacts in the future.

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