Finding a job in Zurich and other expatriate hubs can be challenging, especially for migrants, refugees, career returners, and professionals transitioning into new industries. As a hiring manager, recruiter, or someone with influence in your network, you have the power to make a difference. Creating a more inclusive and supportive job market benefits individuals and organizations by attracting a diverse talent pool and fostering innovation. Working in Global Mobility, Leadership, and Career Coaching, I’ve seen firsthand how structural barriers and biases affect talented professionals. That’s why I advocate for a systemic, inclusive, and agile hiring approach aligned with my Global Coaching Approach. Here are concrete ways to support job seekers in Zurich and beyond: 1. Increase Visibility of Job Opportunities Many job […]

Guest Post by Balakirthika Jayakumar Switzerland is considered a paradise on Earth. Every human aspires to set foot on the land of Switzerland. Why is it that one aspires to visit this place? It is the bounty of nature in this country that attracts people, as well as the high standard and quality of living. The people of India are fortunate enough to glimpse Switzerland through movies. It is a cliché to have a song shot in this country to add richness to the movie. People, personally or virtually, have ideas about this country that exude “excellence” on all levels (including, but not limited to, chocolate and cuckoo clocks). These days, thanks to social media, we find resources on the […]

With the world going digital and businesses indulging increasingly in online servicing, communications and social interactions have become more of a hotspot, especially with LinkedIn helping freelance and stay-at-home workers connect and grow their brands.As an ever-growing platform, certain aspects call for a sturdy base for an end-user, and such can be obtained by adding on and working around a few LinkedIn Must-Haves to boost your profile in the digital world. LinkedIn requires each individual to start by creating their profile, but that’s where most users leave it. There are many options, tips, and tricks to get the most out of your profile and make it attractive. Use Your Real and Full Name Your name and title should be exactly […]

We think it is vital to give you five key tips to handle your repatriation to Zurich, Switzerland. We have clients like Peter, a Swiss national, who decided to go on an international assignment that led him to spend several years in another country. He fell in love with a resident during his stay, and they married. As a result, their children obtained dual nationality. Eventually, when the assignment was over, Peter returned to Switzerland with his family, triggering a series of immigration and other challenges, particularly for his partner, who did not speak the local languages such as German or French. Here are five essential tips for repatriating to Zurich 1 – Plan and understand all legal requirements: Before […]

The holidays are over and you are probably already getting back-to-work blues. That’s alright, most of us  experience a form of adjustment and maybe even feel a little overwhelmed at the change of pace. I thought I could ease myself in slowly by starting on Thursday already and then it hit me like a snowball. Friday, I was working away in a frenzy and did about four loads of washing at the same time. (I know, multitasking is not good for the brain, but every machine run is a bit like a smoking break – not that I smoke…but you get the gist.) Since a long time I haven’t written a to-do-list other than the ones, I write to structure […]