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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
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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


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
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Nov 22, 20254 min read


develop emotional intelligence to help you in your career
develop emotional intelligence to help you in your career
ilkane
Oct 31, 20254 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
Aug 31, 20254 min read


Challenges when working remotely abroad
challenges when working remotely abroad
ilkane
Jul 22, 20254 min read


Where is home? Expat’s questions about living abroad.
Where is home? Expat’s questions about living abroad.
ilkane
Jun 15, 20253 min read


Termination of the employment contract in Germany = severance pay("Abfindung")?
End of the employment relationship = severance pay (Abfindung)?
ilkane
Apr 2, 20254 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


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


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


What motives thrive different types of expats to go abroad?
what different types of expats are there, what thrives people to move abroad?
ilkane
Mar 31, 20243 min read
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