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How to combat Cultural Burnout when living abroad
How to combat cultural burnout and get a fulfilling life abroad.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jul 58 min read


The german stare
The German stare is well known. But why and when do you get stared at in Germany? Let's dive into multiple reasons and get a great insight into the culture.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jun 143 min read


Expatriates: seeking discomfort
Why do expats seek discomfort by moving to another country to live and work? Learn the chances of personal development on this journey.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Nov 8, 20252 min read


Coping with boreout syndrome at work
What are the challenges and solutions of a boreout syndrome and how is it different from burnout syndrome?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Aug 31, 20254 min read


A few insights into the day-to-day work of leadership coaching
leadership coaching insights

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Aug 8, 20255 min read


Challenges when working remotely abroad
challenges when working remotely abroad

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jul 22, 20254 min read


Where is home? Expat’s questions about living abroad.
Where is home? Expat’s questions about living abroad.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jun 15, 20253 min read


Should I stay or should I go - things to consider when taking a sabbatical
things to consider when taking a sabbatical

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
May 29, 20256 min read


Can my employer prohibit me from doing dangerous sports?
Can my employer prohibit me from doing dangerous sports?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Apr 23, 20253 min read


Termination of the employment contract in Germany = severance pay("Abfindung")?
End of the employment relationship = severance pay (Abfindung)?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Apr 2, 20254 min read


Working and living in Germany – a cultural overview: part 1
Working and living in Germany - a cultural overview

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Mar 15, 20255 min read


Breaking New Ground: Embracing Retirement as an Expatriate
Travel the world as you retire and embrace new opportunities as an expatriate.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Jan 20, 20254 min read


Understanding Empty Desk Syndrome: Causes, Effects, and Remedies
Understanding the phenomenon of Empty Desk Syndrome in active working life.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Dec 8, 20244 min read


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.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Nov 20, 20244 min read


Can you work as a nurse and also have a part time job as an undertaker?
Which secondary jobs are allowed alongside the main job? Are there conflicts?

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Oct 1, 20242 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.

Ilkane mentalcoaching & law
Apr 28, 20243 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 mentalcoaching & law
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 mentalcoaching & law
Mar 17, 20242 min read
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