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Personal Growth, Redefined — The Positive Side of Long-Term Expat Life
redefine yourself and grow personally as an expat when living abroad for an extended time.
ilkane
Apr 285 min read


Expats: From culture shock to self-discover
In today’s increasingly globalized world , more people than ever are choosing to live abroad for extended periods — sometimes years, sometimes decades. While expatriation comes with its challenges, long-term life abroad can also foster profound personal transformation. It can reshape identity, expand perspectives , and enhance both professional and personal development. However, the phase of culture shock for expats is almost inevitable on the path to self-discovery. But he
ilkane
Apr 124 min read


What happens to vacation days or overtime in the event of illness?
What happens to my overtime or vacation days if I get sick?
ilkane
Mar 262 min read


The 4 Horsemen of Culture Shock for Expats Abroad
Let's take a slightly ironic look on how to survive living abroad as an expat and how to settle in.
ilkane
Mar 86 min read


Termination of employment contract for arriving at work too early ?
Is arriving too early at work as bad as arriving late? Seems unlikely at the first glance, but let's take a look at it together from a legal perspective.
ilkane
Feb 74 min read


Unemployment after age 50 – aspects on re-entry to work and depression
Unemployment after age 50 can be difficult and cause depression. Learn differences in the re-entry process between Europe and the U.S.
ilkane
Jan 186 min read


Can you get fired out of sick leave?
Find out if you can get fired out of sick leave under a Germany employment contract.
ilkane
Jan 35 min read


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
ilkane
Dec 14, 20255 min read


100 days in a new job – about puppy protection and working abroad
100 days in a new job - expats working abroad and onboarding process
ilkane
Nov 22, 20254 min read


Sick in your vacations in Germany – this is what you should do
Sick in your vacations in Germany – this is what you should do.
ilkane
May 13, 20253 min read


Can my employer prohibit me from doing dangerous sports?
Can my employer prohibit me from doing dangerous sports?
ilkane
Apr 23, 20253 min read


Am I allowed to smoke weed at work in Germany?
Can you smoke cannabis weed at work in Germany?
ilkane
Mar 4, 20252 min read


Solving conflicts with mediation in the workplace
Mediation can be an efficient, sustainable conflict resolution tool for employers and employees, especially expatriates.
ilkane
Feb 2, 20254 min read


Is showering part of working time?
Can I get paid for taking a shower?
ilkane
Jul 28, 20242 min read


Termination of labour contract via WhatsApp?
Can I get fired by SMS? Can I quit my job just by writing a message? German employment law / labour / labor law.
ilkane
Jun 1, 20242 min read


German Employment Law: Is it a reason for dismissal if you drink too much at the company party?
Know your alcohol limit on a company party, because consequences could be rough.
ilkane
May 25, 20242 min read


Once more with feeling - partners of expatriates
find out about the challenges partners of expatriates face when accompanying them to a new country, such as Germany.
ilkane
Apr 21, 20242 min read


Salary cut for going to the toilet too often?
Can your salary be cut if you are not working while being in the office?
ilkane
Mar 17, 20242 min read


A few thoughts on vacation in Germany.
overview about Germany's vacation rules legislation
ilkane
Jan 13, 20243 min read


Phases of reverse culture shock
phases of reverse culture shock can be challenging as they come as a surprise after moving back
ilkane
Nov 19, 20233 min read
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