Over the last few weeks, I noticed an improvement in the job market and many coaching conversations seemed a bit more cheerful than in November / December 2025 (when everything seemed dark and gloomy). Maybe it’s the additional summer sun, the soccer high or just the fact, that we are seeking an improvement…BUT, I still talk to too many people (especially women), who are unemployed and (even worse) UNDEREMPLOYED. So, if you could do one thing to help another person find a job today, what would it be? Here is a checklist for you. 1. Increase Visibility of Job Opportunities Many job seekers struggle simply because they are unaware of available roles. You can help by: Sharing all job openings […]

I used to say this when I moved here in 2009: “It’s easier to get a managerial job in Zurich than an acceptable apartment.”, which is why I recommend working with professionals when it comes to home search. As usual, I also recommend you use your and our network, the Global People Club. Zurich routinely captures the hearts of global talent. With its unmatched proximity to nature, thriving corporate ecosystem, and top-tier quality of life, it is no surprise that the city remains a crown jewel for lifestyle expats. However, the secret is well out. Zurich’s residential vacancy rate hovers at an agonizingly low 0.1%, turning the search for a home into one of the most competitive relocation hurdles in […]

Nine Hot Tips to Use the Summer to Your Advantage by Angela Weinberger With the start of international and Swiss school holidays, you notice fewer people on the trains, and motivation to work is generally lower than usual. This is when to take overtime compensation, go home at decent hours, and take a break from the country for a while. It’s also time to jump into a lake near you every evening after work.  Over the years, I have learned that everything in Zurich is cyclical, like a woman. As an entrepreneur, I needed to learn to adjust my work schedule to the slow periods (as most expats leave the city), and this year, the heat wave has arrived before […]

“Lifestyle Expats,” as I tend to call you, are an essential factor in today’s global landscape, and the evidence suggests that the phenomenon is on the rise. Despite a polarized worldview and political efforts to curb immigration while protecting local labor markets, highly-skilled professionals and subject matter experts are now able to access a global job market, particularly visible in “Expat Hubs” such as Amsterdam, Berlin, Dubai, Singapore, and Zurich (A to Z, there are more obviously…) Global Mobility Managers are increasingly involved in recruiting international talent. This makes a lot of sense when you consider that they have the knowledge and skills to address most of the challenges posed by hiring people from other countries. However, since we are […]

Job postings are crucial in attracting diverse talent, but subtle discriminatory language can inadvertently exclude certain groups. In Switzerland, where diversity is supposedly valued, discriminatory language must be recognized and eliminated from job advertisements. Creating inclusive job postings in Switzerland fosters diversity and attracts many talents. Organizations can contribute to a more equitable and welcoming job market by carefully crafting language and eliminating unintentional biases. Why do we need to get better at writing inclusive job postings? Declining Birth Rates and War for Talent: Swiss HR Managers, Talent Acquisition specialists and Global Mobility Managers discuss the constant issue of the declining birth rates and what it means for the labor market with a lack of qualified talent in many areas […]