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How to write a CV that will not go unnoticed

Geplaatst op 13/11/2024 door Oksana

The Belgian job market is a highly competitive environment, especially for people with a foreign background. Along her job seeking journey, Oksana's learned a lot from her own mistakes! Here is some advice on how to write a CV that catches attention and will increase your chances of a job interview.

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How to obtain a professional card in Belgium: A guide

Geplaatst op 06/11/2024 door Zeljko

If you're a foreigner looking to engage in self-employed activities in Belgium, obtaining a professional card is a crucial step. In this guide, we break down what a professional card is, how it differs from a work permit, who needs it, and the steps to obtain one.

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Things I wish I knew before moving to Belgium

Geplaatst op 16/10/2024 door Basma

Looking out of the window while the plane was landing, I still remember how fast my heart was beating: Finally, I made it to Belgium, the land of my dreams! But little did I know, fitting in wouldn't be as smooth as I had hoped... Here are 5 insights that would have made my transition much easier.

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Sometimes it helps to know you are not alone

Geplaatst op 07/08/2024 door Zeljko

As the old proverb says, "a problem shared is a problem halved"; our monthly Co-Working is a space where jobseekers of different backgrounds and profiles come together to make the job seeking process a little less challenging. Read all about Zeljko's first experience at the Co-Working.

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Yes, I'm an immigrant; No, I won't just "take any job"

Geplaatst op 26/06/2024

Many immigrant jobseekers report being treated unfairly: between the language barrier, the lack of equivalence of their formal education or just plain stigmatisation, they encounter many obstacles. Two of our volunteers write about what they went through looking for a job in Flanders.

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What happens at the Co-Working for jobseekers...

Geplaatst op 15/04/2024 door Nadia Kara

...stays at the Co-Working for jobseekers. Just kidding! Co-Searching doesn't gatekeep, so here are a few tips that were shared among the group that gathered last week in Ghent.

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Being a Woman in the Digital Era

Geplaatst op 08/03/2024 door Denisa

In the era of digitalisation, women face a variety of challenges that intersect with various aspects of their lives. From their rights to their personal and emotional well-being and even financial stability, the impact of digitalization can be both empowering and challenging for women.

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Building bridges : Getting Across

Geplaatst op 14/12/2023 door Magalie

In this second part of "Building Bridges", we figure out how to actually network with new people. Talking to someone you have never met before can be challenging! If you’re looking for ways to get through, look no further: here are some useful tips to help you connect.

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Postcard from my workation

Geplaatst op 06/12/2023 door Nadia Kara

Grüßen aus Berlin! Our communications manager Nadia just came back from a week-long trip to the German capital, where she combined work with Kräutertee, pretzels and art exhibits. Can you really be efficient if you're away from everything? Can you really relax if you're working on vacation?

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Maybe, Burnout?

Geplaatst op 29/11/2023 door Denisa

A burnout is a heavy experience, and sometimes you don't really know how to put it into words. In her journey to recovery, Denisa found comfort and inspiration writing poetry; today, she shares one of her poems with us.

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Building bridges : A roadmap to networking

Geplaatst op 22/11/2023 door Magalie

Do you feel like networking is forced, intimidating, like it's only for extraverts? For some of us, it may feel like a mountain too high to climb on the path to a new career move. In this blogpost, Magalie shows us how to connect in a way that feels authentic and allows us to stay true to ourselves.

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Working with or against AI : what's the big deal anyway?

Geplaatst op 02/11/2023

Either a tool to improve our workflow or an opportunity for big companies to make savings on the workforce, it is hard to understand the impact AI will have on our daily life, workplace and opportunities. If you wonder how it could affect you, this article might help you find your stance!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.