The world has significant issues, and we are steering towards even more difficult geopolitical tension and environmental challenges in 2025. While January might have felt like an old chewing gum with too much peppermint taste and too little fun (thank you for Dry January.) February offers the illusion of springtime in Switzerland and elsewhere. Tulips are in the stores, Valentine’s Day is the motto everywhere, and even the birds sing a bit louder again. The sun is up a bit longer, and there is always that little straw of hope…that everything will be okay. Digital spaces are revolutionary and have brought people at great distances together. I am still grateful that I can do almost everything in my work online, […]

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 […]