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Language & Culture
Culture & Integration
Build cross-cultural understanding and confidence when working across cultures. Explore values, communication styles, and the unwritten rules that help international professionals feel at home.


How Hailey Builds Confidence (and Connection) Through Language Learning
At Hailey, a fast-growing HR tech company, language learning isn’t just about words — it’s about connection and belonging. It all began when one of Hailey’s Finnish employees suggested offering a Swedish course to help himself and other international colleagues feel more at home. Ida, People & Culture Manager at Hailey HR, took up the challenge. With help from her Finnish colleague, they conducted a survey, gathered interest across teams, and soon had a group of seven enthusi
Dec 18, 20252 min read


8 Essential Networking Tips for Professionals
Use these 8 networking tips to build meaningful connections and open doors to new opportunities.
Sep 4, 20252 min read


5 Surprising Cultural Differences When Moving to Sweden
Discover five cultural surprises in Sweden — from fika and winters to social life, queueing, and cash-free living. A friendly guide for internationals adjusting to life in Sweden.
Aug 31, 20254 min read


How to Handle Culture Shock: 8 Practical Tips for a Smoother Transition
Discover eight practical ways to handle culture shock, build confidence, and feel at home faster when living or working abroad.
Aug 29, 20254 min read


How Understanding Cultural Differences Improves Team Performance
Discover how cultural awareness boosts collaboration, trust, and productivity in global teams—and why it’s key to business success.
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Top 8 Games to Play with Your International Friends
In this blog post, we will explore game options to play with your international friends. Bringing together friends from around the world makes for an exciting game night!
Jul 26, 20253 min read


Learn How to Read a Swedish Recipe (and Bake Like a Local)
Master Swedish baking with simple dl-to-cup conversions and a classic pancake recipe. Happy baking!
Jul 12, 20252 min read


6 Tips for Handling Cultural Differences in the Workplace
Understanding and managing cultural differences is essential for effective collaboration, building strong relationships, and ensuring successful international operations. In this post, we share 6 tips to navigate cultural differences in business.
Jul 3, 20253 min read


6 Benefits of Being Multilingual
Mastering two or more languages brings benefits that go beyond just communication. Here’s why being bilingual or multilingual is so valuable.
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Top 7 Podcasts to Help You Learn Swedish — From Beginner to Advanced
Podcasts are a great way to improve your Swedish language skills. They provide an excellent opportunity to hear the language in context, practice your listening skills, and pick up new vocabulary. Here are some of the top podcasts that can help you on your Swedish language journey.
Jun 16, 20252 min read


8 Egg-Related Idioms and Expressions for Easter
Discover seven egg-related idioms for Easter from English, French, German, and Swedish. Learn fun expressions and explore how culture shapes language.
Mar 27, 20253 min read
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