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Le 24 octobre 2022
4

Le chapter Lyon trinque à sa relance !

On s'était dit rendez-vous... Il y avait à la Fédération Française de l'Apéritif, Un peu de charcuterie et un peu de vin (rouge), Une envie que le réseau de Lyon bouge, Une énergie et des souvenirs (4 ont connu Aïssa Dermouche). Sylvain a monté sa boite et relance le réseau ; Il est venu à vélo. Raphaël qui, en plus de son taf, Est un élu dans sa mairie (Il promet de ramener 3 parents d'école d'Audencia au prochain apéro). Kévin qui télétravaille 4 jours chez LDLC, Et heureusement car il ne fait pas ses nuits Un Brésil lover ! Emmanuel qui n'aime pas le vin blanc Mais plutôt la montagne des Monts d'Or aux sommets alpins. Karim, un néo-lyonnais supply-chainer marsien, Fan de musique et de basket. Et pour la diversité, Julie de Reliez-vous. Nous n’avons pas trouvé Valérie qui est venue à l’adresse initiale de la dégustation, Partie remise avec d’autres participants espérons. ... en 2023 !

Career Center
Le 21 octobre 2022
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Go Netherlands! Consider your purchasing power and compare salaries with the cost of living

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands. Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language. “Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands. This week, discover what Karan Monesh Nannam from India has to say. About Karan: Graduated from the MSc IM programme in 2014 Currently working as: Capital Excellence Manager-International (EMEA, APAC & LATAM) at Kraft Heinz in Amsterdam Native language: Telugu Other languages spoken: English, Hindi, basic French, Tamil, Kannada Level of Dutch: beginner Been living in the Netherlands: since October 2016, initially in Utrecht now Amsterdam Karan's key message: “Consider your purchasing power; although salaries are higher, they are proportional to the cost of living and high levels of taxation." My biggest challenge I would be tempted to say the paperwork has been a challenge, but even the visa and other processes have gone very smoothly. I am very impressed by the respect shown by civil servants irrespective of our origins. I suppose my only challenge so far has been the climate! It rains a lot here in Amsterdam and the winters are a bit damp. My advice & top tips For non-EU nationals, very few companies, including mine, are interested in helping with sponsorship for full-time jobs or simple procedures for interns. However, if you can possess or demonstrate your unique skill set, you can prompt companies to sponsor you. This is especially true for jobs that require a unique skill set but rarely true (but not impossible) for management roles. Get to grips with your company’s work culture. At Kraft Heinz, the work culture is driven by values of the company and not necessarily by the location, so I haven’t had too many surprises there. In terms of general culture, the Dutch are very expat-friendly, and socialising has been quite easy. Quirky & cultural I love the demographics here, which are far more diverse and international than in any other European countries or even across the world. Everyone speaks English and language has hardly ever been a barrier… unlike in France! And finally There are many things to see, do and discover in the Netherlands, including boat rides on the Amsterdam and Utrecht canals, the annual fireworks display in the sea near Den Haag beach, the tulip gardens and the flower season. Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 19 octobre 2022
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Go France! Don’t be scared to immerse yourself in the local culture

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Yesha Oza from India has to say. About Yesha: GRADUATED FROM THE MSC IM PROGRAMME IN 2020 FROM INDIA CURRENT POSITION FINANCE ANALYST AT GE HEALTHCARE IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE GUJARATI AND ENGLISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES ENGLISH OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN FRENCH FRENCH LEVEL BEGINNER (A1/A2) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2018 Yesha's key message: “Don’t be scared to immerse yourself in the local culture." My biggest challenge Finding accommodation in major cities like Paris can be challenging and a little tricky without having all the paperwork and a French guarantor. Myths & realities MYTH Not being fully aware about tax and social security and how it affects your gross income. REALITY French networking and socialising might surprise you in the beginning, but it is very normal to spend an hour having breakfast or a coffee with your colleagues. My advice & top tips Assess your interests and passions against your career goals. If needed, seek advice from Audencia’s Career Center and then start planning early. As they say, ‘The early bird catches the worm’. Don’t wait until the last semester to look for an internship or job. Quirky & cultural The French emphasis on taking vacation days and maintaining a work-life balance. Taking frequent breaks and planning vacation days well in advance; being uncontactable on vacation … pretty normal in France. And finally As the working language at my office is English, I get very little opportunity to talk in French. I am continuing to improve my French by reading French newspapers and watching French TV. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Get Involved
Le 17 octobre 2022
2

Launch of France Alumni UK

Join the France Alumni UK network! The official launch of the France Alumni UK network took place on 10 October. The occasion began with an exhibition of photos submitted by former students at the Institut Français, followed by a reception and cocktails at the Résidence de France. The opening address was given by Gerrit von Rossum, Ministre Conseiller et Chargé d’Affaires, followed by: Laurent Toulouse, Deputy Director for Higher Education and Research, Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs Donatienne Hissard, Executive Director of Campus France Agency Dr Clare Siviter, Senior Lecturer at Bristol University, patron of the event and Franco-British Young Leader, with a testimonial on “My studies in France: how my two mobilities impacted my career” Archippus Sturrock, MP’s Adviser on Cultural Affairs & Communication Officer, Poet, Alumni patron of the event, Franco-British Young Leader, with a testimonial on “Studying French in France: how the French language has been an asset as both an artist and a politician” Piano recital by Célimène Daudet, Franco-British Young Leader (playing Frédéric Chopin & Ludovic Lamothe) Cocktails & networking France Alumni UK, what is it ? It is the French network that gathers all people that have studied in France. It is animated by the French Embassy in London and aims to keep and strengthen your links with France France Alumni UK, how does it help you? It helps you to cultivate a community and a network with people that went through the same experience as you did. It forwards opportunities and offers in France, it facilitates your relationship with France may you need to go back or to work there. France Alumni UK what does it do? It provides a newsletter that relays jobs, internships offers and your own message if you wish throughout the network. It is the right place to pass on a call for information or to search for your new trainee or employee Two events year round to gather as a network. If you wish to become an ambassador of the France Alumni Network you can contact us to share your experience in France at londres@campusfrance.org

Career Center
Le 14 octobre 2022
2

Go Netherlands! I like to use dutchnews.nl to know what’s going on in “my” country

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands. Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language. “Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands. This week, discover what Enzo Martin from Francehas to say. About Enzo: Graduated from the Grande Ecole Master in Management programme in 2020 Currently working as: Junior Affiliate Manager at Degiro in Amsterdam Native language: French Other languages spoken: English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Dutch Level of Dutch: intermediate Been living in the Netherlands: since November 2020 Enzo's key message: “I like to use dutchnews.nl to know what’s going on in “my” country." My biggest challenge I’m an affiliate manager at Degiro, an online stockbroker that has grown to be one of the largest retail stockbrokers in Europe. The company’s rapid growth has given me a huge challenge and great rewards; I get to experience the perfect mix between a start-up and a very large company. My advice & top tips Get in touch with and meet some VIEs via Facebook groups and WhatsApp. They will probably be in the same frame of mind as you so it’s the best way to have some people to party and/or travel with. Quirky & cultural I’ve discovered that a working day in the Netherlands starts early but finishes early too. This means that there’s not really an official lunch break. There are lots of company perks available, such as gifts, bonuses, free public transport, gym discounts, etc. The Dutch are very nice but also very direct; if they have something to tell you, they will clearly say it. And finally Make sure you get to the seaside town of Zandvoort to see a sunset. Failing that, there’s a Formula 1 racetrack at Zandvoort too! Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 12 octobre 2022
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Go France! Open up more to your classmates and participate in cultural and social activities

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Ana from Colombia has to say. About Ana: GRADUATED FROM THE MSC IM PROGRAMME IN 2015 FROM COLOMBIA CURRENT POSITION DIRECTOR STRATEGY, PRICING, AND INTERCHANGE AT MASTERCARD IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE SPANISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES ENGLISH, FRENCH AND SPANISH OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN BASIC HINDI FRENCH LEVEL ADVANCED (B2/C1) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2014 Ana's key message: “Open up more to your classmates and participate in more cultural and social activities to get to know more local people and integrate much faster." My biggest challenge Finding decent accommodation (particularly in Paris) is like going through a selection process for a job. The market moves so fast, options are limited and requirements are strict. It only gets easier if you have a good CDI. Myths & realities MYTH The 35-hour working week! The French do take coffee breaks but certainly work more than just 35 hours a week, especially in roles such as finance and mergers and acquisitions. REALITY You need to speak French! Although it is possible to find English-speaking jobs, your working life and interaction with colleagues will be much easier if you speak the language. My advice & top tips Do some research on companies and actively seek to contact employees or people connected to that company so that they can give you insights and potentially pass on a CV. Also, don’t give up. Quirky & cultural Work-life balance is the king! From my experience, French culture encourages mental and physical well-being by clearly setting limits when needed. Drinking water! Especially at lunch time. In Colombia we are not so used to drinking water and even less at lunch time – which leads me to a second particularity: taking longer lunch breaks than I normally would in Colombia. And finally With the French administration and endless bureaucracy, you may have different experiences within the same administrative process depending on the official handling your file. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Get Involved
Le 10 octobre 2022
2

EULab winterschool 2023: developing sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems

Be part of designing for a sustainable future and join the EULab in January 2023 Feeding our cities : developing sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems EULab is a unique programme, using a studio based learning model within a heutagogical learning framework. It brings together students across 4 EU partner institutions to work collectively on the most pressing issues of our time. EULab is a virtual exchange programme that includes: • A week long immersive winter school hosted by Audencia Business School, Nantes, France, • A pre lab training •+ 3 weeks online collaboration following the winter school, culminating in an online public event where you will present your work. DATES: Monday 16 to Friday 20 January 2023 OPPORTUNITY Successful applicants to the Nantes Futures Lab will: • take part in an exciting and innovative learning experience funded by Erasmus+ • be guided in designing the sustainable future of Nantes with counterparts from Ireland, Spain, Finland and France • work along students from various disciplines The lab will take place in English. CHALLENGE If you are a thinker and a maker If you want to use your prospective mind If you are interested in the future of our planet If you remain unfazed under uncertain circumstances If you believe in collective intelligence If you like a challenge If you want to make a change THEN EULab is for you! WHY We live in unprecedented times; the climate emergency and global pandemics are severely testing our taken for granted assumptions on how markets and society should work. But how will we make the changes that are needed? What will the ‘new normal’ look like for businesses and consumers for cities and their citizens? How much does it cost? The EULab is free (but we don’t cover travel and accommodation expenses to come and stay in Nantes in January 2023). Please apply by filling out this survey Deadline for applications: Friday 28 October 2022 Any questions, contact Céline Louche at Audencia

Career Center
Le 7 octobre 2022
2

Go Netherlands! At Fairphone the company values are care, collaborate, transparency and challenge

Bernadette Philipp People Team Lead, Fairphone - Amsterdam Bernadette began working in Fairphone’s people team as an intern to support recruitment.Today, she oversees the HR policies, strategy and recruitment. Bernadette shares some first-hand advice about the job market in the Netherlands. Fairphone is a Dutch GreenTech company, which aims to develop smartphones that are designed and produced with a lower environmental and social impact. Of its 115 employees, 51% are female, including the CEO, and 70% are internationals from 25 different nationalities. The majority of the employees are based in Amsterdam. There is also a small office in Taipei, Taiwan, and a few colleagues in China who work from home or directly with the factories. The work culture There is no perceived hierarchy within the Fairphone teams. The work takes place in an open space setting, even for the CEO. The work environment could be defined as open, approachable and informal when it comes to the dress code. What matters is that staff can be themselves. The company values are Care, Collaborate, Transparency and Challenge. My advice & top tips What is important in order to join Fairphone is to have the right skill set and to be motivated by the role. Being a social enterprise we receive many candidates that are very interested in the overall mission of the company and want to contribute to this. However, sometimes they are less interested in the actual positions themselves. From an HR perspective, I always advise people to prioritise being happy in their everyday job, while still believing in and wanting to support the company’s overall mission. In many ways, Fairphone is like a start-up/scale-up in many ways: you need to be comfortable with uncertainty as well as the lack of established processes and it also helps to be solution oriented. It’s equally important to be flexible whilst staying positive and resilient. As a recruiter, I pay special attention to soft skills, excellent communication and value both a constructive and growth mind-set. Myths & realities At Fairphone, daring and speaking out is appreciated. It is important to know that the Dutch can come across as very direct. Being such a multicultural team, this aspect of the Dutch character has led to some funny situations. For instance, a salary admin manager once asked me, as their People team lead, to kindly check something with the CFO, rather than going directly to the CFO themself. This person was concerned about not going through the appropriate channels. In some cultures, hierarchy and protocol are very important but for us this is simply not the case, so feel free to speak up and adopt a straight-talking approach. Our CEO called a meeting with the Taiwan office, just to check in with how they were getting on during a busy launch period. She wanted to see if they needed any support and enquire how their collaboration with the Amsterdam team was going and how things might be improved. The Taiwan team thought they were in deep trouble! They were not used to having the CEO meet directly with the team. Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 5 octobre 2022
1

Go France! The arrival time for work being at 9:30 (or even 10:00) really surprised me

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Kendra Meserve from the USA has to say. About Kendra: GRADUATED FROM THE MSC IM PROGRAMME IN 2016 FROM THE USA CURRENT POSITION INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT MANAGER FOR THE VIDEO GAME JUST DANCE AT UBISOFT IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE ENGLISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES FRENCH AND ENGLISH FRENCH LEVEL ADVANCED (B2/C1) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2012 Kendra's key message: “Maybe it’s just Paris, but the arrival time for work being at 9:30 (even 10 a.m. is acceptable in some companies) really surprised me! " My biggest challenge Definitely language-related – even though I speak French very well, sometimes in sensitive discussions I have difficulty using nuance in the French language with the same ease I would in English. Myths & realities MYTH Because of all the vacation time France has compared to many countries, sometimes people think the French are lazy – not true! I’ve found my co-workers and suppliers to be very hard-working. REALITY Juggling vacation between May and August. In May there are a lot of bank holidays which translates to many people taking vacations here and there. Then June, July and the crown jewel August come around and you have four months of having to anticipate co-workers and suppliers’ availability – who will be on vacation when – and your project goals. My advice & top tips Connect and network! Use the Audencia network! Reach out to alumni on LinkedIn or by any means you can if they have a job or work for a company that you’re interested in. Don’t hesitate to ask for advice Quirky & cultural I love that it’s habitual in French work culture to take time having a coffee in the morning with your colleagues. And finally Getting a job can seem daunting, but don’t let it overwhelm you – it’s totally possible! Nothing is guaranteed but it’s totally possible. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Career Center
Le 30 septembre 2022
2

Go Netherlands! Be bold and very direct, the Dutch will like you for it!

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands. Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language. “Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands. This week, discover what Pandora Marfisi from France has to say. About Pandora: Graduated from the MS SDIDAM (SMED) programme in 2017 Founder of Epionea Agency in Utrecht Native language: French Other languages spoken: English, Spanish Level of Dutch: intermediate Been living in the Netherlands: since 2018 Pandora's key message: “Be bold and very direct, the Dutch will like you for it!" My biggest challenge I founded my company, a communications agency, over three years ago with the aim of making a positive impact on people and the planet. My biggest challenge in the coming years is to stay in the Netherlands and grow my business. My advice & top tips Find out as much as you can about the Netherlands beforehand. Be aware that as an intern, you most probably won’t be paid, but once you have graduated, the salaries are really nice! Quirky & cultural The workplace in the Netherlands is a good place to be. There are many career opportunities, women are treated equally, the working hours are nice (nicer than in France!), meetings are generally well structured, and the agenda is usually followed. And finally I highly recommend the iamexpat.nl website that deals with (almost) everything you need to know about the Netherlands, from careers to housing, healthcare consumer rights, taxation and more! Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 28 septembre 2022
3

Go France! Play the game: you gotta be in it to win it…

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Luis Masse from Mexico has to say. About Luis: GRADUATED FROM THE MBA PROGRAMME IN 2020 FROM MEXICO CURRENT POSITION FP&A MANAGER/FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER AT ESTÉE LAUDER COMPANIES EUROPE IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE SPANISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES ENGLISH OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN PORTUGUESE FRENCH LEVEL ADVANCED (B2/C1) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2019 Luis' key message: “Play the game: you gotta be in it to win it…" My biggest challenge Finding time to do all the things I enjoy. Myths and realities MYTH It’s not as relaxed as people believe. I work as much or more than in Mexico. REALITY It is highly advisable to speak French, although it is possible to find Englishspeaking jobs. My advice & top tips Learn and practise French. It makes a big difference. Be patient and perseverant while living abroad. Quirky & cultural I like that French people are welcoming and interested in my background when they learn I am Mexican. They are curious and happy to hear my stories. And finally Beware of the protests and the closing times of supermarkets in France. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Career Center
Le 21 septembre 2022
3

Go France! The way the French take their coffee (no sugar, no milk) has become a norm for me now

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Ashish Kumar from India has to say. About Ashish: GRADUATED FROM THE MSC IM PROGRAMME IN 2017 FROM INDIA CURRENT POSITION FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS CONTROLLER AT IMERYS IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE HINDI DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES ENGLISH AND FRENCH AT TIMES FRENCH LEVEL BEGINNER (A1/A2) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2015 Ashish's key message: “The way the French take their coffee (no sugar, no milk) has become a norm for me now." My biggest challenge I work in the industrial sector and most of the plants and mines are based in remote France. To have a meaningful site visit you need to talk to the people in the operational facilities. And you can’t do that without speaking French. Even if it’s just to take part in and enjoy lunchtime gossip, you have to know the language at least at the conversational level. Myths and realities MYTH That the French are rude! REALITY Touch wood, I haven’t come across even one native French person who has been rude to me! Inability to initiate or hold a conversation with a French speaker because of our own lack of proficiency in the local language is usually put down to rudeness on the part of the French, which actually is far from the reality. Don’t believe me? Speak the language and you will see how amazing the French can be. My advice & top tips You don’t necessarily need to be fluent in French before coming to France. However, ensuring that you have good comprehension and can have a basic conversation in French is going to be quite useful. Have a clear vision of the kind of career you want for yourself and which industry or sector you would like to work in and use this to and plan your academic and professional future. Quirky & cultural The French have high standards in all areas, be it food generally, cheese, wine, the environment or fashion. They treat everyone with ‘politesse française’, irrespective of education, work, or social status. And finally Make the most of living and working in France! Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Career Center
Le 16 septembre 2022
2

Go Netherlands! Lunchtime means sandwich time

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands. Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language. “Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands. This week, discover what Lysbeth Leon from Peru has to say. About Lysbeth: Audencia exchange student on the Grande Ecole Master In Management programme in 2017 Currently working as: Product Marketing Manager at Vicarvision in Amsterdam Native language: Peruvian/Spanish Other languages spoken: English Level of Dutch: beginner Been living in the Netherlands for 3½ years Lysbeth's key message: “Lunchtime means sandwich time." My biggest challenge I think it was gaining the trust of my company, an AI software firm based in Amsterdam. I work in English as part of an international team of people from all over the world from different nationalities and backgrounds. My advice & top tips Believe in yourself and in your abilities and you’ll be successful. Be prepared to work hard! It’s no secret that to make time for your favourite pastimes (mine are DIY, home decor, gardening, and painting), you have to be very efficient and productive during your working hours. Quirky & cultural My most memorable experience of the Netherlands so far is sharing a flat with people from six different nationalities, each with a different background and culture. We became a family. If I had to describe the Netherlands in just a few words, I would say: cosmopolitan, open-minded, opportune, trustful, and, your opinion matters. And finally I’m definitely here to stay! I am very happy in the company I’m in today and I would like to continue growing there. Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 14 septembre 2022
3

Go France! I always seek a well balanced life through my daily routines

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Carlos Gomez from Colombia has to say. About Carlos: GRADUATED FROM THE MBA PROGRAMME IN 2016 FROM COLOMBIA CURRENT POSITION SENIOR MARKETING MANAGER AT ECOVADIS IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE SPANISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES ENGLISH, SPANISH AND FRENCH FRENCH LEVEL ADVANCED (B2/C1) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2014 Carlos' key message: “I always seek a well balanced life through my daily routines." My biggest challenge Paperwork takes ages but if you follow the rules to the letter you might even enjoy the experience. Myths and realities MYTH That the French are less productive or work less than other EU countries! Efficiency is at the top of the agenda. It is not about working more but working smarter. REALITY Adaptation to change is always hard to get done in a French working environment. Plan the work and work the plan. Planning is at the centre of French culture. My advice & top tips Learn French, do a lot of networking, and give the small players a try (startups, scaleups). They are more open to international talent. Use your free time to enjoy life but also try to get a side hustle (project) to gain experience in France even if you are not paid for it. Be patient but strategic in how you spend your time. I recommend focusing on learning how the job market is evolving, up-and-coming companies and not necessarily the old established organisations. Quirky & cultural Looking for a balance in life is always at the forefront of French culture and I love it. And finally The emphasis they place on hierarchy and how roles and seniority are usually distinctly defined. This is not the case where I work but generally true of working environments. Similarly, for personal relationships, they are a bit reluctant to open up to people outside their circle but once you overcome that hurdle, you’ll have a blast. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Career Center
Le 9 septembre 2022
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Go Netherlands! It is a disadvantage not to speak Dutch if you are working freelance

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands. Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language. “Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands. This week, discover what Xuan Khuat Duy from France has to say. About Xuan: Graduated from the Grande Ecole programme in 2005 Currently working as: Senior Manager at Deloitte Digital in Amsterdam Native language: French Other languages spoken: English, Spanish Level of Dutch: it should be better than it is! Been living in the Netherlands: since 2015 Xuan's key message: “It is a disadvantage not to speak Dutch if you are working freelance." My biggest challenge Not having the right profile on paper! After three years in Amsterdam, I wanted to explore something new and different in the marketing field: marketing for good, tech, or innovation. I left my salaried job to look for something in line with my ambitions. I went freelance. My assignments were in line with what I had in mind, and I was learning a lot and working like mad, but I felt a bit lonely, as I prefer working in a team. When the opportunity at Deloitte came up, I thought I matched well but not 100%. Doing a case that went well was a turning point in the recruitment process, which took 5 months. My advice & top tips You should be aware that at work there is a greater awareness of productivity and managing your time efficiently. Meetings are business-oriented and are not for debating but moving forwards. There is no overtime and after 6pm, there are far fewer people in the office. There is less categorising than in France and there are more opportunities to change fields, so you are perhaps more in control of your career. Quirky & cultural Amsterdam suits students and families alike. It is cultural and liberal and has very few rules (but you have to respect them). The Dutch are more progressive, more open to change and adopting new behaviour that often means that Amsterdam is a test city for new types of business. And finally I live next to the biggest market in Amsterdam on Albert Cuypstraat so I've started cooking again. The Netherlands is a great place for foodies - countless restaurants of all origins, in my case French and Vietnamese cuisine. Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 7 septembre 2022
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Go France! The only way you can really fail is by not trying

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Diana Garcés from Colombia has to say. About Diana: GRADUATED FROM THE MSC FAM PROGRAMME IN 2018 FROM COLOMBIA CURRENT POSITION MANAGER AT CAFÉ LOS ANDES IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE SPANISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES FRENCH AND SPANISH OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN PORTUGUESE FRENCH LEVEL ADVANCED (B2/C1) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2017 Diana's key message: “The only way you can really fail is by not trying." My biggest challenge Renewing my ’titre de séjour’ (residency permit/ visa) all the time and understanding the tax system. Being independent, away from my family, doing things for myself, adapting to a completely different environment. Myths and realities MYTH That you must have a perfect command of French. I know many people who speak English at work and who are learning French in their spare time. Nevertheless, I recommend that people learn French if they intend to continue working here. REALITY I find there are more formalities when addressing people compared to American English. They also like to plan ahead, which I think is great. My advice & top tips Be curious and always open to opportunities. Show a genuine interest in France and French culture. Try to be friends with French people, get out of your comfort zone (being surrounded only by people like you), look for opportunities, and attend different kinds of events. Quirky & cultural The French pay attention to detail and like to do things well. I find this very inspiring. Also, I love the fact that most French people recognise the value of things, the effort behind the products they buy. They support small producers and artisanal means of production. And finally The French can be quite strict and inflexible in their way of doing things. In Latin America we tend to be the opposite. Also, I feel that they complain a lot and are rarely satisfied with whatever is happening. Take the time to appreciate the little things while eating, talking to people or watching a movie. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Career Center
Le 2 septembre 2022
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Go Netherlands! At Digimind we recruit people with a background in sales, marketing and consulting

Stephen Dale VP Sales at Digimind - Amsterdam Stephen is VP Sales Northern Europe & APAC for Digimind. He recently moved from the UK to the Netherlands and has over 15 years’ experience in sales and marketing. His international experience in Paris and Singapore allows him to share valuable advice. Digimind BV is medium-sized social listening and competitive intelligence software enterprise that uses AI-powered technology to support brand reputation, consumer insights and competitive intelligence projects, designed for brands and marketing agencies. The work culture I believe Digimind’s core values could be summarised as having an entrepreneurial spirit with a team of go-getters who are equally supportive of each other. My advice & top tips We recruit people with a background in sales, social media, marketing, and consulting and most importantly, we look for honesty, authenticity, and good energy. We love a candidate that shows enthusiasm in an interview. In general terms, I think it’s important for people to have different life experiences and this is what we try to encourage at Digimind, both in terms of learning new skills and the opportunity to grow within a variety of roles, and also in international experience, working in different countries and learning about new cultures. I was really successful in Singapore because I fostered team spirit and a culture of sharing and learning. I aim to do the same in Amsterdam and I believe it is important to give employees the opportunity to grow and develop new skills and become part of a mission. Reality There's definitely a culture of work-life balance. I've always tried to instill that in my teams, but I feel that the Netherlands has this as a mind-set. Myth I have recently moved to Amsterdam, so I probably need more time and experience to fully understand the culture here, but I’ve been taken aback by just how friendly and pleasant people are in the Netherlands. Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 31 août 2022
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Go France! Don’t be afraid to practise your French even if you know you’re making mistakes

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Briana Dilworth from the USA has to say. About Briana: GRADUATED FROM THE MSC IM PROGRAMME IN 2020 FROM THE USA CURRENT POSITION CREATIVE MARKETING MANAGER AT LEMPIRE IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE ENGLISH DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES ENGLISH AND FRENCH OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN BEGINNER’S SPANISH FRENCH LEVEL ADVANCED (B2/C1) LIVING IN FRANCE SINCE 2019 Briana's key message: “Don’t be afraid to practise your French even if you know you’re making mistakes." My biggest challenge Putting myself out there to get to know my colleagues better. I’m naturally an introvert, but it’s really important to let them get to know you so they can warm up to you. Myths and realities MYTH That you hardly work. This is a big stereotype! It’s the opposite, you work really hard and long hours. It’s up to you to set your boundaries! REALITY Networking is a big deal! Don’t hesitate to reach out to people to connect you with someone. My advice & top tips Think out of the box about your application! Don’t just send a generic CV and cover letter to a ton of companies. Instead focus on the companies and jobs you would kill for and send a personalised application like a video or email directly to the hiring manager. Don’t doubt your capabilities. If you arrive in France with zero French and zero work experience, you can still learn and find a job. The worst thing you can do is give up without trying. Quirky & cultural I love the ‘apéro’ culture in families where they all sit together and just talk about their day, things going on, etc. It’s very family oriented and sweet. And finally I was surprised that in France people need to warm up to you before they start being extremely friendly, so I need to make extra effort to show them who I am. Follow this link to read Go France in full:

Career Center
Le 26 août 2022
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Go Netherlands! Working in an international environment brings so much exposure and experience

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands. Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language. “Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands. This week, discover what Vidhi Khare from India has to say. About Vidhi: Graduated from the MSc IM programme in 2017 Currently working as: Senior Manager Technology Project & Programme at Wolters Kluwer in The Hague Native language: English and Hindi Other languages spoken: French (beginner) Level of Dutch: beginner Been living in the Netherlands: since May 2019 Vidhi's key message: “Working in an international environment brings so much exposure and experience. Glad that I am able to enjoy this at the same time." My biggest challenge Honestly, I’ve been in the Netherlands for nearly three years now and so far, it has been a very enjoyable experience. The workload can be a bit heavy at times, so you have to be mindful about managing the stress levels. My advice & top tips The Netherlands is a great place to live so take the plunge and dive into the Dutch work culture. It was a nice surprise for me to discover that whenever the entire team is in the office, they prefer to go for lunch together. Try to learn a little Dutch even though it’s not absolutely necessary. Colleagues won’t hesitate to switch to English, especially in a professional environment. Quirky & cultural Weather is always one of the topics discussed during coffee breaks and over lunch. One of my Dutch colleagues told me, on my very first day at work that the easiest way to start a conversation with Dutch colleagues is to ask them about the weather. People in the Netherlands can talk for hours about the Dutch weather :) And finally One of my most memorable experiences in the Netherlands was Amsterdam Pride in 2019. The festival attracts several hundred thousand visitors each year and is one of the largest publicly held annual events in the Netherlands. The canal parade is unmissable! Read your copy of "Go Netherlands" here

Career Center
Le 24 août 2022
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Go France! French culture allows you to have a work-life balance

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go France!”, the guide to working in France. Following the success of the first guide in 2019, this new updated edition revisits advice from HR professionals, input from intercultural experts and shares yet more experiences of working in France for internationals. Alumni say they choose France for its corporate culture and impact-driven working environment but also for its croissants! “Go France!” is a valuable resource for students staying in France after their studies at Audencia. This week, discover what Joemar Detalla from the Philippines has to say. About Joemar: GRADUATED FROM: THE MBA PROGRAMME IN 2020 FROM: THE PHILIPPINES CURRENT POSITION: INTERNAL AUDITOR AT ALSTOM TRANSPORT SA IN PARIS NATIVE LANGUAGE: TAGALOG DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES: FRENCH AND ENGLISH OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN: VISAYAN AND CHAVACANO FRENCH LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE (B1) LIVING IN FRANCE: SINCE 2019 Joemar's key message: “I like how French culture allows you to have a work-life balance." My biggest challenge Lack of knowledge of the French language. As you’ll be using it day-to-day to interact with your teammates, you must familiarise yourself with it. Myths and realities MYTH That French people, especially Parisians, are rude. REALITY You must familiarise yourself with the French language because the people you interact with every day speak that language. My advice & top tips Learning the language is critical. French people are competitive and intelligent. Don’t be complacent in learning. Be humble and willing to learn. Have fun from time-to-time Quirky & cultural What I appreciated most was the ability of the French to separate work from leisure. After work, we always have uninterrupted time to spend on our leisure activities. Furthermore, they are friendly in nature once you have familiarised yourself with their language. And finally Not everyone speaks English so it’s hard to adapt without knowing the language. Furthermore, the French can be frank and have always something to say or complain about. Follow this link to read Go France in full: