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Back to work after extended sick leave in Germany- BEM
It can happen to any of us – we fall ill for a long time, possibly many months. Returning to work after extended sick leave can be difficult (not only in Germany): On the one hand, you are still weakened by the illness you have just overcome. On the other hand, you may no longer be used to the work processes. It takes time to get back into your old routine. To make this phase easier, there is a special instrument in Germany designed to facilitate this return – the so-called
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Expatriates: seeking discomfort
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develop emotional intelligence to help you in your career
develop emotional intelligence to help you in your career
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11 crucial aspects about living abroad in Germany
11 crucial aspects about living abroad in Germany
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Challenges when working remotely abroad
challenges when working remotely abroad
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then I'll just go on sick leave … employment law aspects after termination of contract
Some aspects to consider when you are on sick leave after termination of your employment.
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Where is home? Expat’s questions about living abroad.
Where is home? Expat’s questions about living abroad.
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Working and living in Germany – a cultural overview: part 1
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Solving conflicts with mediation in the workplace
Mediation can be an efficient, sustainable conflict resolution tool for employers and employees, especially expatriates.
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Breaking New Ground: Embracing Retirement as an Expatriate
Travel the world as you retire and embrace new opportunities as an expatriate.
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Jan 20, 20254 min read


11 new work habits for a healthy 2025
11 new work habits for a healthy new year 2025
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Jan 4, 20252 min read


The crisis of meaning as a newly retired person – Empty Desk Syndrome
Crisis of meaning as a retired person, how to overcome feelings of sadness and depression
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Understanding Empty Desk Syndrome: Causes, Effects, and Remedies
Understanding the phenomenon of Empty Desk Syndrome in active working life.
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Trouble on the job as an expat – 7 ways to cope
Annoyed at work? Trouble on the job as an expatriate? 7 ways and strategies to cope and improve the situation at the workplace.
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How to settle in as an expatriate more easily
Some essential hints how to settle into a new country as an expatriate. Making it easier to start in a new country, e.g. Germany.
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Some thoughts about living and working abroad
Pros and cons of living and working abroad.
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May 22, 20243 min read


The phases of culture shock
Living abroad doesn't come easy at once - there are different hurdles in the adaptation process to feel comfortable in the new country.
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