As a networker for most of the past 30 years, I have seen LinkedIn (and related platforms) go through ups and downs. While I did not like LinkedIn in the early days of my business, it became the best replacement for the business card collection and Rolodex I would have used in the past (and now I sound like my grandmother). While I don’t make phone calls anymore, and nobody seems to call anyone spontaneously these days, I noticed a shift in my excitement about being on LinkedIn. It was mainly an algorithm change, but most of the content no longer excites me. I want to determine whether we can build better relationships on LinkedIn than annoying salespeople or AI-driven […]

You might be in a position right now where either you are worried about losing your job or you are already looking for a new job. Maybe you have even been looking for a while already. Perhaps you feel it’s time to update your resume and your job-searching skills, just in case. I thought you could use this reminder from my older publication, “The Global Career Workbook,” on how to get a Swiss recruiter’s attention. Cover letter writing is an art. With modern technology, applicants often do not see the need to write a cover letter these days, but in my opinion, it is the most artistic part of a good application. Emphatically,  in Switzerland, IT’S A MUST. Many recruiters […]

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 female. As an entrepreneur, I needed to learn to adjust my work schedule to the downtimes (as most expats leave the city), and this year it seems that the heat wave has arrived before the traditional Swiss Summer Slump. Let’s pull out the deck chair, […]

In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected, the concept of a nomadic lifestyle is gaining popularity among individuals who identify as part of the rainbow talent spectrum. The rainbow talent, encompassing the LGBTQ+ community, brings diversity and unique perspectives to the global workforce. For those embracing a nomadic lifestyle, navigating the challenges and joys can be exhilarating. When we started our series for Rainbow Talent, we came across common challenges worldwide. We thought we would give you these five tips for Zurich, Switzerland. Please contact us for resources if you need the same guidance for other locations. Here are five tips to help rainbow talent thrive in their nomadic endeavors. What is a Nomadic Lifestyle? We consider it a […]

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 […]