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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
100 Common Swedish Words to Boost Your Confidence and Everyday Fluency
Master some of the most common Swedish words to boost your confidence and kickstart fluency in everyday conversation.
Jun 29, 20254 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 4 Best Resources for Learning Swedish as a Professional in 2024
In this blog post we will explore some of the best platforms for learning Swedish as a professional in 2024.
Jun 22, 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
Practice Speaking Swedish with the Övningstalar Pin
Are you struggling to practice speaking Swedish in a country where most people are fluent in English? SpeakCharlie has the perfect solution with our Övningstalar pin, designed to make learning Swedish easier and more engaging.
Jun 15, 20252 min read
Test your Language Proficiency in Swedish, English, French or Mandarin
Wondering how well you know a language? Discover your strengths and areas for improvement with SpeakCharlie’s proficiency tests in Swedish, English, French, and Mandarin Chinese.
Jun 8, 20252 min read
6 Swedish TV Shows to Improve Your Language Skills
If you're diving into the Swedish language, what better way to immerse yourself than through TV shows? Watching Swedish series can enhance your listening skills, familiarize you with common expressions, and provide a glimpse into Swedish culture. Here are some of the best TV shows to help you learn Swedish and keep you entertained!
Jun 2, 20252 min read
5 Tips for Learning a New Language
Learning a new language as an adult can be challenging. Here are 5 tips to help you along the way!
Jun 1, 20252 min read
The 4 Most Important Languages to Learn for International Business
Around 7,000 languages are spoken globally, but a few stand out as especially important in business. In this post, we’ll explore English, Mandarin, Spanish, and French, and what makes these languages so powerful in today’s globalized world.
May 29, 20253 min read
6 Reasons to Invest in Language Skills for Career Growth
Discover how learning new languages boosts your career growth. Stand out, earn more, and access global opportunities with strong communication skills.
May 26, 20253 min read
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