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What are the big topics shaping IT and finance recruitment in Switzerland? Read our latest thinking to stay on top of change

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What trends and developments are currently shaping the Swiss IT and finance job market? Discover the latest insights from the Nordwand Group and stay well informed.

Mountain Legends: Mont Blanc

We’re doing a series of posts celebrating the brave feats of our team’s favourite mountain legends. This month is about Western Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc, conquered in 1786. Many previous attempts had failed. At that point in history, equipment was far from sophisticated, and the fear of venturing into the mountains and never returning was very real.

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How good are the AI Robots at Swiss German?

 

How do AI tools fare when it comes to Swiss German? Even for fluent speakers of high German, it takes a while to get your head around the Schwiizerdütsch dialect. Just as you feel you are winning the race in Zürich to comprehend us locals, one short train trip to Bern or Canton Uri can leave you scratching your head.

 

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Career Ferrata: From A to Zeugnis

Switzerland is a country that relies on skilled foreign professionals to cover labour shortages. Many workers coming here are surprised at the sheer volume of personal paperwork needed to work and live here – including written work references. Here’s our guide for Swiss newbies on everything related to an Arbeitszeugnis.

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TRANSEARCH

Leadership is a privilege that must be earned every day. It's relatively easy to identify leaders who think that way. They are humble, quick to apologise, admit when they are wrong and go out of their way to ask for help.

Digital Disruption: 5 Key Organisational Design Characteristics - TRANSEARCH

The ability to adapt and innovate has become synonymous with survival and success. Five key organisational design characteristics stand out as being essential for thriving in the digital age.

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10 Ways to Cultivate Collaboration - TRANSEARCH

The following 10 strategies offer practical and actionable steps to cultivate a culture of collaboration, empower teams, and drive collective success.

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5 Time Management Strategies For Managers In The Hybrid Workplace - Forbes

One effective way to reduce burnout due to the multiplicity of tasks and responsibilities within your remit as a manager, is to focus on developing effective time management skills. Here are five simple strategies you can implement to boost your productivity, reduce burnout, and be more in control and proactive to your work environment and less reactive.

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