Beyond An Ordinary Life
Welcome to Beyond An Ordinary Life! I'm Christina Gerdes, your German host and a seasoned expat who has lived in countries such as the USA, Mexico, Malaysia, and Denmark for over five years. Through my travels, I've become more culturally aware, developed language skills, made international friends, and explored some of the most stunning places on earth.Are you someone who dreams of going abroad and experiencing new cultures? Then this podcast is for you! I aim to help you overcome the common barriers to moving abroad, with informative discussions and tips from my guests who are also experienced expats. From why you should go abroad, to the various options you have, potential challenges you may face, and how to overcome them - I've got you covered.Whether you're planning to move abroad, or just curious about the expat life, this podcast offers valuable insights and practical advice that can help you take the leap. Don't let fear hold you back any longer - it's time to explore the world and all that it has to offer. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @chrigerdes, and start living Beyond An Ordinary Life!
Beyond An Ordinary Life
Job Hunt Mastery: The Secret Sauce for Landing a Dream Job in Denmark - with Kate Dahl
Find a job as an international in Denmark is hard. But fear not – Kate has uncovered the secret sauce for success. Tune in to discover:
- Kate's captivating journey to Denmark for love.
- The inspiration behind Kate's entrepreneurial leap sparked by a conversation at language school.
- Proven short and long-term strategies, along with active tips, for securing your dream job in Denmark.
In these tips, you'll find answers to:
- Why you need to remember the Janteloven way of applying in the Danish cultural context
- Why to add a summary and personal profile on your CV and why they differ from each other
- Why it's important to contact companies for the job ad and how to ask the right questions
- Why your network is your social capital during the job search and how to gain and maintain your network
- Why you can't survive the Danish job market without LinkedIn and why you need to start posting
- Why you need to start inviting people to coffee meetings and the importance of paying for the coffee
Psssst. Watch out, there is another special guest on this show as well.
Connect with Kate on:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careerconsultant4internationals/
IG: @careerdenmark
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