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Danil Petrov: “Small steps bring about big results”

31 march 2025

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Today we are going to introduce you to process engineer Danil Petrov, SiburTyumenGas' leader of young volunteers, who shared his experience, projects and inspiration with us.</span> </p> <p> <b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">Danil, could you tell us about your volunteering journey and the projects you have implemented?</span></b><span style="color: #575757;"><br> <span style="background: white;">My volunteering journey started in 2024, when I became a leader of the <i>Achieving </i></span></span><i><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">SDGs</span></i><span style="color: #575757; background: white;"> project within SiburTyumenGas's youth association. It was an opportunity to contribute based on the principles of social responsibility. The first step I took was to participate in the <i>Formula for Good Deeds</i> social investment program that offered us financial assistance to implement our project as corporate volunteers. During the same year, our junior staff members implemented two outstanding initiatives in Nizhnevartovsk's Tauksi Rehabilitation Center. To begin with, we held a class titled <i>The Chemistry Between Us </i>in which we showed the students that science </span><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">can be</span><span style="color: #575757; background: white;"> enlightening and </span><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">fascinating</span><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">. The second activity was dedicated to Victory Day: together with the children we made unique postcards for veterans, thanking them for their heroic deeds. These projects were an invaluable experience for me proving that even minor efforts can bring joy to others.</span> </p> <p> <b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">Why are you involved in doing good? What inspires you to do it?</span></b><span style="color: #575757;"><br> <span style="background: white;">For me, volunteering is not a hobby, it's a conscious choice. It is an opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills to solving problems that are important to our society. I am inspired by seeing the results of my efforts: as in seeing sparkling eyes of the children fascinated by chemical experiments. This makes me realize that we have done something important. Volunteering also allows me to learn new things and broaden my horizons by networking with a diverse crowd and participating in different projects.</span><br> <b></b></span> </p> <p> <span style="color: #575757;"><b><span style="background: white;">What role does a cohesive team play in activities such as these?</span></b></span> <br> <span style="color: #575757; background: white;">A team like that is fundamental to achieving success in any area of work. Joint discussions of key aspects and a clear separation of roles make it possible to make the best use of each participant's resources. Cohesion, responsibility and open communication guarantee that your goals will be achieved.</span> </p> <p> </p> <p> <b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">What are your team's plans for 2025? Do you have a personal goal of your own?</span></b><span style="color: #575757;"><br> <span style="background: white;">2025 will see our team successfully implementing our <i>EcoWorld - the Future Together</i> project. The goal of this project is to show children with disabilities the importance of protecting our environment and taking care of other beings. The project consists of three core parts: building eco-feeders for birds, a board game on waste sorting, and planting houseplants. I also believe that I can become a leader of SIBUR’s youth movement's “volunteering” line of activity.</span><br> <br> <b><span style="background: white;">What challenges have you been facing in your work with others? What does it take to be a volunteer?</span></b><br> <span style="background: white;">Challenges do arise from time to time, due to lack of experience in running events, for example. But this is not a reason to give way to fear, you need to treat it as an opportunity! Personally, I managed to implement some projects for the first time, and it was invaluable for me. The key thing is not to be afraid of trying new things and believing in your own strength, because that's the way we grow and evolve! You don't need any supernatural abilities to become a volunteer. The most important thing is your desire to help others and willingness to learn new things. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team can also be useful.</span><br> <b></b></span> </p> <p> <span style="color: #575757;"><b><span style="background: white;">Do you have a favorite quote or motto that you're inspired by?</span></b></span> <br> <span style="color: #575757; background: white;">I am inspired by the quote that goes like this: “Big results start with small steps”. This is particularly relevant in volunteering, because even minor jobs help build a strong foundation for major change. Each step, even the smallest, can make a huge difference to another person. That's why it's important not to be afraid to start and do something, even if it seems inconsequential. Together we can achieve great things! One should absolutely strive to get better every day.</span> </p> <p> <b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">What would be your advice to those who are just starting out </span></b><b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">as</span></b><b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;"> volunteer</span></b><b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">s</span></b><b><span style="color: #575757; background: white;">?</span></b><span style="color: #575757;"><br> <span style="background: white;">My advice would be to choose a line of work that speaks to your heart , whether it's helping children, taking care of the environment or assisting the elderly - the range is huge! Remember, even a small bit of help makes a huge difference, and working in a team of like-minded people will help you overcome any obstacles.</span></span> </p> [TYPE] => HTML ) [DESCRIPTION] => [~VALUE] => Array ( [TEXT] =>

At SIBUR, volunteering is not just a way of helping others, but a path to personal growth, social responsibility and development. Today we are going to introduce you to process engineer Danil Petrov, SiburTyumenGas' leader of young volunteers, who shared his experience, projects and inspiration with us.

Danil, could you tell us about your volunteering journey and the projects you have implemented?
My volunteering journey started in 2024, when I became a leader of the Achieving
SDGs project within SiburTyumenGas's youth association. It was an opportunity to contribute based on the principles of social responsibility. The first step I took was to participate in the Formula for Good Deeds social investment program that offered us financial assistance to implement our project as corporate volunteers. During the same year, our junior staff members implemented two outstanding initiatives in Nizhnevartovsk's Tauksi Rehabilitation Center. To begin with, we held a class titled The Chemistry Between Us in which we showed the students that science can be enlightening and fascinating. The second activity was dedicated to Victory Day: together with the children we made unique postcards for veterans, thanking them for their heroic deeds. These projects were an invaluable experience for me proving that even minor efforts can bring joy to others.

Why are you involved in doing good? What inspires you to do it?
For me, volunteering is not a hobby, it's a conscious choice. It is an opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills to solving problems that are important to our society. I am inspired by seeing the results of my efforts: as in seeing sparkling eyes of the children fascinated by chemical experiments. This makes me realize that we have done something important. Volunteering also allows me to learn new things and broaden my horizons by networking with a diverse crowd and participating in different projects.

What role does a cohesive team play in activities such as these?
A team like that is fundamental to achieving success in any area of work. Joint discussions of key aspects and a clear separation of roles make it possible to make the best use of each participant's resources. Cohesion, responsibility and open communication guarantee that your goals will be achieved.

What are your team's plans for 2025? Do you have a personal goal of your own?
2025 will see our team successfully implementing our EcoWorld - the Future Together project. The goal of this project is to show children with disabilities the importance of protecting our environment and taking care of other beings. The project consists of three core parts: building eco-feeders for birds, a board game on waste sorting, and planting houseplants. I also believe that I can become a leader of SIBUR’s youth movement's “volunteering” line of activity.

What challenges have you been facing in your work with others? What does it take to be a volunteer?
Challenges do arise from time to time, due to lack of experience in running events, for example. But this is not a reason to give way to fear, you need to treat it as an opportunity! Personally, I managed to implement some projects for the first time, and it was invaluable for me. The key thing is not to be afraid of trying new things and believing in your own strength, because that's the way we grow and evolve! You don't need any supernatural abilities to become a volunteer. The most important thing is your desire to help others and willingness to learn new things. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team can also be useful.

Do you have a favorite quote or motto that you're inspired by?
I am inspired by the quote that goes like this: “Big results start with small steps”. This is particularly relevant in volunteering, because even minor jobs help build a strong foundation for major change. Each step, even the smallest, can make a huge difference to another person. That's why it's important not to be afraid to start and do something, even if it seems inconsequential. Together we can achieve great things! One should absolutely strive to get better every day.

What would be your advice to those who are just starting out as volunteers?
My advice would be to choose a line of work that speaks to your heart , whether it's helping children, taking care of the environment or assisting the elderly - the range is huge! Remember, even a small bit of help makes a huge difference, and working in a team of like-minded people will help you overcome any obstacles.

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At SIBUR, volunteering is not just a way of helping others, but a path to personal growth, social responsibility and development. Today we are going to introduce you to process engineer Danil Petrov, SiburTyumenGas' leader of young volunteers, who shared his experience, projects and inspiration with us.

Danil, could you tell us about your volunteering journey and the projects you have implemented?
My volunteering journey started in 2024, when I became a leader of the Achieving
SDGs project within SiburTyumenGas's youth association. It was an opportunity to contribute based on the principles of social responsibility. The first step I took was to participate in the Formula for Good Deeds social investment program that offered us financial assistance to implement our project as corporate volunteers. During the same year, our junior staff members implemented two outstanding initiatives in Nizhnevartovsk's Tauksi Rehabilitation Center. To begin with, we held a class titled The Chemistry Between Us in which we showed the students that science can be enlightening and fascinating. The second activity was dedicated to Victory Day: together with the children we made unique postcards for veterans, thanking them for their heroic deeds. These projects were an invaluable experience for me proving that even minor efforts can bring joy to others.

Why are you involved in doing good? What inspires you to do it?
For me, volunteering is not a hobby, it's a conscious choice. It is an opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills to solving problems that are important to our society. I am inspired by seeing the results of my efforts: as in seeing sparkling eyes of the children fascinated by chemical experiments. This makes me realize that we have done something important. Volunteering also allows me to learn new things and broaden my horizons by networking with a diverse crowd and participating in different projects.

What role does a cohesive team play in activities such as these?
A team like that is fundamental to achieving success in any area of work. Joint discussions of key aspects and a clear separation of roles make it possible to make the best use of each participant's resources. Cohesion, responsibility and open communication guarantee that your goals will be achieved.

What are your team's plans for 2025? Do you have a personal goal of your own?
2025 will see our team successfully implementing our EcoWorld - the Future Together project. The goal of this project is to show children with disabilities the importance of protecting our environment and taking care of other beings. The project consists of three core parts: building eco-feeders for birds, a board game on waste sorting, and planting houseplants. I also believe that I can become a leader of SIBUR’s youth movement's “volunteering” line of activity.

What challenges have you been facing in your work with others? What does it take to be a volunteer?
Challenges do arise from time to time, due to lack of experience in running events, for example. But this is not a reason to give way to fear, you need to treat it as an opportunity! Personally, I managed to implement some projects for the first time, and it was invaluable for me. The key thing is not to be afraid of trying new things and believing in your own strength, because that's the way we grow and evolve! You don't need any supernatural abilities to become a volunteer. The most important thing is your desire to help others and willingness to learn new things. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team can also be useful.

Do you have a favorite quote or motto that you're inspired by?
I am inspired by the quote that goes like this: “Big results start with small steps”. This is particularly relevant in volunteering, because even minor jobs help build a strong foundation for major change. Each step, even the smallest, can make a huge difference to another person. That's why it's important not to be afraid to start and do something, even if it seems inconsequential. Together we can achieve great things! One should absolutely strive to get better every day.

What would be your advice to those who are just starting out as volunteers?
My advice would be to choose a line of work that speaks to your heart , whether it's helping children, taking care of the environment or assisting the elderly - the range is huge! Remember, even a small bit of help makes a huge difference, and working in a team of like-minded people will help you overcome any obstacles.

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At SIBUR, volunteering is not just a way of helping others, but a path to personal growth, social responsibility and development. Today we are going to introduce you to process engineer Danil Petrov, SiburTyumenGas' leader of young volunteers, who shared his experience, projects and inspiration with us.

Danil, could you tell us about your volunteering journey and the projects you have implemented?
My volunteering journey started in 2024, when I became a leader of the Achieving
SDGs project within SiburTyumenGas's youth association. It was an opportunity to contribute based on the principles of social responsibility. The first step I took was to participate in the Formula for Good Deeds social investment program that offered us financial assistance to implement our project as corporate volunteers. During the same year, our junior staff members implemented two outstanding initiatives in Nizhnevartovsk's Tauksi Rehabilitation Center. To begin with, we held a class titled The Chemistry Between Us in which we showed the students that science can be enlightening and fascinating. The second activity was dedicated to Victory Day: together with the children we made unique postcards for veterans, thanking them for their heroic deeds. These projects were an invaluable experience for me proving that even minor efforts can bring joy to others.

Why are you involved in doing good? What inspires you to do it?
For me, volunteering is not a hobby, it's a conscious choice. It is an opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills to solving problems that are important to our society. I am inspired by seeing the results of my efforts: as in seeing sparkling eyes of the children fascinated by chemical experiments. This makes me realize that we have done something important. Volunteering also allows me to learn new things and broaden my horizons by networking with a diverse crowd and participating in different projects.

What role does a cohesive team play in activities such as these?
A team like that is fundamental to achieving success in any area of work. Joint discussions of key aspects and a clear separation of roles make it possible to make the best use of each participant's resources. Cohesion, responsibility and open communication guarantee that your goals will be achieved.

What are your team's plans for 2025? Do you have a personal goal of your own?
2025 will see our team successfully implementing our EcoWorld - the Future Together project. The goal of this project is to show children with disabilities the importance of protecting our environment and taking care of other beings. The project consists of three core parts: building eco-feeders for birds, a board game on waste sorting, and planting houseplants. I also believe that I can become a leader of SIBUR’s youth movement's “volunteering” line of activity.

What challenges have you been facing in your work with others? What does it take to be a volunteer?
Challenges do arise from time to time, due to lack of experience in running events, for example. But this is not a reason to give way to fear, you need to treat it as an opportunity! Personally, I managed to implement some projects for the first time, and it was invaluable for me. The key thing is not to be afraid of trying new things and believing in your own strength, because that's the way we grow and evolve! You don't need any supernatural abilities to become a volunteer. The most important thing is your desire to help others and willingness to learn new things. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team can also be useful.

Do you have a favorite quote or motto that you're inspired by?
I am inspired by the quote that goes like this: “Big results start with small steps”. This is particularly relevant in volunteering, because even minor jobs help build a strong foundation for major change. Each step, even the smallest, can make a huge difference to another person. That's why it's important not to be afraid to start and do something, even if it seems inconsequential. Together we can achieve great things! One should absolutely strive to get better every day.

What would be your advice to those who are just starting out as volunteers?
My advice would be to choose a line of work that speaks to your heart , whether it's helping children, taking care of the environment or assisting the elderly - the range is huge! Remember, even a small bit of help makes a huge difference, and working in a team of like-minded people will help you overcome any obstacles.