Melitta
Welsh expat in Switzerland
Forum posts
5
About me
Welsh
Lives in Montreux
Speaks English & French (more or less)
Registration: 18 March 2013
Activity
Successes in your career in Switzerland by Priscilla
Hello, Becoming an expat means starting over in a new country, and a lot of times that also means starting over in your career as well. How have your skills and experiences evolved since moving to Switzerland? What does being successful ...
Great question! It's always challenging finding a new position, especially when you don't know the local culture or language. When I first arrived I didn't speak the local language at all, having helpfully learned Welsh as school ; ... Read More
What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Switzerland? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Switzerland? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are there ...
Hi, My big tip would be to network, network, network! There are lots of jobs out there, most require you to speak the local language. But with up to 400 people applying for many of these posts, competition is fierce. So, the best way to get a job ... Read More
How to make friends in Lausanne by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Lausanne :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Lausanne?? Thanks in ...
Hi, the best way to make friends in Lausanne is to get out there. There are several (live) social networking groups you an join and find likeminded people. Try these for starters: ** There are also lots of clubs: Toastmasters (Geneva, Lausanne, ... Read More
Looking for female friends in Montreux or Lausanne by katrinalouise
Hi I have just moved to Montreux and would really like to meet some new people either in here or in Lausanne. I am workiin in a Russian family but free am until 1, after 8 and on Sundays and Mondays. Look forward to hearing from you! Katrina
Hi Katrina, There is a netball team in Montreux which is a great place to meet new people. We meet every Monday evening from 19:30 at the sports hall at St. Georges school - why not come along and try it out some time? If you haven't played ... Read More