The Art of Making Friends as an Expat

The Art of Making Friends as an Expat

Moving to a new country is exciting, but it also comes with the challenge of building a social circle from scratch. For anyone making friends as an expat, the process can feel slow at first. People may seem reserved, routines are different, and even everyday interactions can feel unfamiliar. Yet, those who stay open often [...]

Entrepreneur of the Month: Meet Sacha Thorey | Bringing Gourmet, Sustainable Meals to Every Swiss Home

Entrepreneur of the Month: Meet Sacha Thorey | Bringing Gourmet, Sustainable Meals to Every Swiss Home

While January was 87 days long, February seems to be running by in a jiffy. As things start to warm up here at My Swiss Story, I am thrilled to return with our most cherished series on the platformโ€”a place where we highlight the stories and achievements of women entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders. These stories [...]

How to build a community in Switzerland?

How to build a community in Switzerland?

Contrary to popular belief, building (or belonging to) a supportive community is neither easy nor self-sustaining. It takes time, a clear vision, patience, persistence, consistency, and a strong belief that the goal is absolutely vital for its members. It's an emotional ride, and there's a constant insecurity that you might mess things up or someone [...]

Entrepreneur of the Month: Meet Carolina Almeida | Navigating the trail from Corporate Life to Hikes of Life

Entrepreneur of the Month: Meet Carolina Almeida | Navigating the trail from Corporate Life to Hikes of Life

And just like that, we welcome October - the final summer sunsets and the first crisp autumn notes are in the air. As fall marks the transition weโ€™re thrilled to return with our most cherished series on the platformโ€”a place where we highlight the stories and achievements of women entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders. These stories [...]

Empowering Women in Tech: A Guide for Migrants in Switzerland

Empowering Women in Tech: A Guide for Migrants in Switzerland

Recently, I had the privilege of joining a panel discussion on empowering women with a migration background in the tech industry. As I engaged with the insightful questions and shared my experiences, it became clear just how valuable this information could be for women transitioning to life in Switzerland. Whether you're searching for a job, [...]