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Language, Culture & Working in Sweden 🇸🇪
Practical insights on learning Swedish, communicating across cultures, and navigating working life in Sweden. Explore guides, ideas, and advice for international professionals, teams, and organisations.
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Investing in Belonging: Why Language Training Is a Strategic Asset
At Hövding and Waltero, CCO Mattias Nahlin made the same call twice: invest in Swedish language training from the start. Here’s why. In Sweden, English can make work easier. It can also make belonging harder. In many international workplaces, English is the official company language. It keeps meetings moving, makes hiring easier, and helps global teams work together. But outside the meeting room, something else often happens. A colleague pauses while searching for a Swedish
Jun 154 min read
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Meet Linnea: Building confidence one conversation at a time
Discover how Linnea Hallberg helps professionals learn Swedish in Stockholm through personalized coaching that builds confidence, connection, and real-world communication skills.
Feb 263 min read
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
What Does a SpeakCharlie Language Course Look Like?
You would think this is an easy question. But the truth is: no two SpeakCharlie courses look the same - and that’s exactly the point. We design every course around the learner or group of learners, creating a setup that fits their needs, goals, schedules, and working environment. Below is a look at the most common elements of a SpeakCharlie course and how we customise them. This article serves as an overview of how all SpeakCharlie language courses are structured — regardless
Dec 9, 20253 min read
From 1A to 5B: How your Swedish grows with SpeakCharlie
Learn Swedish with confidence. From your first words to full fluency – explore how SpeakCharlie’s 1A–5B levels match CEFR and bring real communication to life.
Nov 25, 20253 min read
Meet Erik: A journey from storytelling to language coaching
Meet Swedish coach Erik Hoff — from film sets to language teaching. Discover how storytelling and culture shape his approach at Speak Charlie.
Nov 24, 20253 min read
SpeakCharlie announces new interim CEO
SpeakCharlie Strengthens Leadership with New Board and interim CEO Appointment
Sep 6, 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
10 Common Swedish Abbreviations That You Need to Know!
Confused by Swedish abbreviations like t.ex. and m.m.? Learn what they mean and boost your reading confidence with this simple guide.
Aug 25, 20252 min read
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