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How a One-Man Consultancy Became a Global Tech Leader
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- Uncommon Wealth Podcast
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- Nov 1, 2025
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Summary
In this episode of Uncommon Wealth, host John McDonough sits down with Ruslan Desyatnikov, Founder & CEO of QA Mentor, a global software testing company with 11 international centers spanning Ukraine, India, Nigeria, the Philippines, and beyond.From launching a one-man consultancy to surviving COVID, navigating the war in Ukraine, and scaling during economic downturns — Ruslan’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.You’ll hear how he:• Grew QA Mentor into a global operation with over 400 employees• Chose people over profit when 60% of clients were lost during the pandemic• Mentors employees not only in software testing but in life, financial discipline, and wellness• Built a business model strong enough to run without him• Uses honesty and culture as core business strategy• Diversifies wealth through real estate, global operations, and long-term planning• Thinks about legacy — for his family, his team, and the next generation of leadersRuslan’s wisdom goes beyond business — it’s a roadmap for protecting what matters most: integrity, health, and people.