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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.
Featured Articles
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
Recent Articles
How Language Training Drives Global Business Success
With businesses operating in an increasingly global landscape, language skills are more than just a nice-to-have, they are essential.
Jul 31, 20252 min read
10 Common Business English Abbreviations to Know
Learn the most common English abbreviations used in professional settings to communicate more efficiently and confidently at work.
Jul 28, 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
14 Hilarious Swedish Idioms
Idioms exist in every language and have their way of creating a challenge when you are learning a new language. That said, they’re also incredibly useful and often quite hilarious, especially to newcomers!
Jul 23, 20252 min read
16 Tips to Help You Learn New Vocabulary Faster
Mastering vocabulary is essential for learning any language, but it doesn’t have to be a struggle! Here are some easy tips to help you remember words faster and enjoy the process.
Jul 17, 20253 min read
17 Key Business English Phrases for International Success
In this blog post, we cover essential Business English phrases to help you navigate international conversations confidently and professionally.
Jul 14, 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
Debunking the Myths of Adult Language Learning
Debunk the myths around adult language learning and discover how motivation, life experience, and proven strategies make adults highly effective learners.
Jul 9, 20253 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
Speak English Naturally: 20 Popular Idioms and How to Use Them
Idioms can offer insight into the culture and humor of the speakers of a language. This post lists 20 popular English idioms, their meanings, and context on how to use them.
Jul 1, 20253 min read
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