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Take the leap: Why I went from studying Economics to Philosophy
Geplaatst op 02/08/2023
You have just finished school and are looking for a pathway to pursue? Despite many passions you cannot decide what you really want to do in your life to feel a sense of fulfilment and joy? Marc, 25, writes about how he identified his core values and overcame some personal challenges.
Dealing with the aftermath of interviews
Geplaatst op 27/07/2023 door Magalie
You have sent applications, went through the search, put in the work and just got out of an interview? Congratulations for getting this far! But you might find yourself overthinking. And by overthinking I mean : replaying the whole interaction in your head. Multiple times. In slow motion.
A Guide to using LinkedIn efficiently to land your ideal job
Geplaatst op 01/03/2023 door Padma Gopalan
Are you a future graduate or a seasoned veteran looking to start your job search? Or are you looking for a career change and wondering what your next role should be? Well! This blogpost is all about using LinkedIn to unlock the secrets of success and land your next big role.
How to defeat burnout before it strikes and improve your work-life balance?
Geplaatst op 16/11/2022 door Padma Gopalan
We know burnout all too well: several people among us have struggled with this 21st century plague. We are lucky to be able to heal from our negative experiences by turning them into positive learnings throughout our daily activities, but you know what would be even better?
How prepared are you for the Belgian Job Market?
Geplaatst op 19/10/2022 door Padma Gopalan
Thousands of International students come to Belgium every year for education. With many international students coming to the country each year, there would be an equal number of students graduating, some of whom would also be interested in working in Belgium.
How I keep track of my goals — and actually achieve them
Geplaatst op 07/09/2022 door Wambui
If you’ve set goals for yourself at the beginning of the year, you may find yourself struggling to keep up with them, especially after living a more relaxed life throughout the summer. Worry not, Wambui has just what you need to get back on track: a mid-year review.
Decoding VDAB: a one-stop-shop for all your employment needs in Flanders
Geplaatst op 31/08/2022 door Padma Gopalan
For anyone looking for a job in Flanders, VDAB is almost a must — but sometimes, it’s just hard figuring out where to start. Luckily, Padma looked it all up to give you a head start in the process.
A newbie’s guide to jumpstarting your job search in Flanders
Geplaatst op 04/08/2022 door Padma Gopalan
You just moved to Flanders? Like most newcomers, you’re probably eager to get to work. Belgium is a complicated country and a little guidance goes a long way. In today’s blogpost, Padma shares what she learned through her Flemish journey so far so you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
The Complete Job Search toolkit
Geplaatst op 29/06/2022 door Zhanna Vrublevska
In this blogpost, Zhanna shares her takeaways from the complete job search toolkit, a resource that will come in handy for newcomers looking for work in Flanders.
Stop procrastinating: 4 ways to get your job search back on track
Geplaatst op 06/04/2022 door Zhanna Vrublevska
You'd planned to prepare your job application this afternoon, but you got caught up and now it’s late… too late. Are you (again) going to pull it off at the last minute? In today’s blog, Zhanna shares her experience with job search-related procrastination, and 4 tips to learn to live with it!
From Kenya to Belgium: what I’ve learned about age gaps at work — and why they’re a good thing.
Geplaatst op 09/03/2022 door Wambui
Wambui, who grew up in Kenya and now lives and studies in Ghent, wrote a piece about what she’s learned about age gaps in the workplace, and the benefits of creating age diversity on the work floor.