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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


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


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


Understanding Empty Desk Syndrome: Causes, Effects, and Remedies
Understanding the phenomenon of Empty Desk Syndrome in active working life.
ilkane
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
Nov 20, 20244 min read


Some thoughts about working from home and data protection measurements
The most important measurements for data protection when working from home.
ilkane
Oct 27, 20242 min read


Unemployment and depression: a complex situation and how to fight it
how to fight depression and mental affection whilst being unemployed
ilkane
Sep 27, 20243 min read


Owls and larks: Two biorhythms in conflict
Early bird workers have a better image than the late comers. The biorhythms of owls and larks differ. The productivity is equal though.
ilkane
Aug 31, 20244 min read


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