How to Build Professional Network in Switzerland: 7 Best Practical Steps for New Expats

How to Build Professional Network in Switzerland: 7 Best Practical Steps for New Expats

Starting over in a new country takes courage. As an expat in Switzerland, youโ€™re not just adjusting to new landscapes and languages, youโ€™re learning how to rebuild your professional identity. Knowing how to build professional network in Switzerland is one of the most important steps for growth and opportunities. Every connection you make can help [...]

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 Maike Stroetmann | Empowering Women to Achieve Financial Independence

Entrepreneur of the Month: Meet Maike Stroetmann | Empowering Women to Achieve Financial Independence

Is that you Spring? 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 have consistently touched our hearts and inspired many to take that [...]

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 [...]