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Everyone on social media tells you to “Move to France”🗼 But almost nobody tells you how. If they won’t, That's where CLIF (Come Live in France) steps in! So, here’s how to move to France in 7 simple steps: Step 1 - Research Visa Requirements. Example ↳ Consult French embassy or consulate websites for accurate info.✅ Step 2 - Find Accommodation. Example ↳ CLIF can help.🏠 Step 3 - Arrange Health Coverage. Example ↳ Secure an insurance policy before your move.💊 Step 4 - Open Bank Account. Example ↳ Institutions like BNP Paribas and Societe Generale are popular.💳 Step 5 - Register Address. Example ↳ Visit the local town hall to register your new address.📍 Step 6 - Learn Basic French. Example ↳ Apps like Duolingo and Babbel can come handy.🗣️ Step 7 - Embrace French Culture. Example ↳ Try to understand local customs, festivals, and lifestyle. 🎊 Moving to a new country might feel overwhelming, but with careful planning and an open mind, it's not only achievable but also an exciting adventure!🌍 Don't worry over anything when you have CLIF we will worry about everything and you just stay stress free. What's your biggest worry about moving to France? Let's chat in the comments and find solutions together! Make your French dream a reality with CLIF! 🇫🇷👍 #CLIF #expatlifestyle #movingtofrance #liveworkabroad #studyabroad #FrenchCulture

📽️ Last week at #GBTA2023, Jamie De Freitas sat down to discuss all things Diversity Travel, including sustainability and the launch of our new German language website. Watch below: ⬇️ #TravelManagement #GBTAVDREurope #Interview

Excitement for UK Trip: "Preparing for my upcoming UK venture with great anticipation! Looking forward to engaging discussions and fruitful collaborations in Wales and England. Stay tuned as I embark on this enriching journey! #UKBound #LabNetworking"

New to Business Travel? Will this be your first GBTA Convention? Make sure you check out Connect First! Join in for the Orientation and Networking Session. You'll learn tips and tricks to maximize your convention experience and make meaningful connections from day one! #GBTAConvention2024

Who else is planning to attend? 😀 Let's connect... Networking - that is, meeting new people and building relationships🤝 - can be quite fun! It's not about asking others directly for a job; it's about sharing experiences and exploring if we can help each other. If you usually dread these situations, ask yourself: what could make this interesting, fun or challenging for me? Maybe turn it into a game... 🎯 Ex: for every 3 people with whom I initiate a conversation, I get one extra slice of cake or 30 minutes of Netflix - whatever works for you, ideally healthy😅) #NataliaLealCoach #Networking #Expat #CareerGrowth #Success #Fun #Game

📢 If you know any employed International Professional on your team and you are aware they are trying to secure or extend their working visa through H1b visa, I ask that, this week and the next, you show more empathy and if possible schedule sometime with them to discuss non work related stuff- their hobbies, their aspirations, make time to learn a little more about them. Ask how you can help and chances are that not much you can do but they will appreciate it. The reason??? This time of the year - The H1b Lottery critical period is one of the most challenging, stressful, heartbreaking, depressing, you just name it. This is more depressing for those who have this year as their last chance till their OPT expires somewhere this year. I went through this process a while back and I can tell you, the emotionally strong International Professional can even have very low moments in these seasons. To my international mates, please be open, the people at your work place cant read your mind. And oo, a lot of your colleagues (minus international professional) have no idea your working status. It's not that, they dont care, they simply dont know. Ask a colleague what H1b is and they may tell you, its some kind of disease- I kid you not 😂. Please be sure to add visa to H1b, at least some clue will do :) Be strong and take care of your wellbeing during this time. Take some time off if you have to. There is nothing you can do during this time but to take care of your sanity and then plan what's next if you are almost out of time. It is what is it but I wish each one of you the best of Luck in the lottery. Remember, Life still continues regardless of the outcome of the lottery right!! Feel free to put sometime on my calendar this week and the next if you need someone to talk to, rant about the system, think of the next plans for you, etc. https://lnkd.in/dV4vcX3M

🌟 Well done Canada! This is another brilliant action from a country that understand the importance of #businessevents. #Businessevents are drivers of innovation and economic development in a country. When people come together and share knowledge and collaborate, that's where and when the magic happens which leads to more inventions, new investments, new collaborations and new solutions for tomorrow's challenges. #Congresses, #Meetings, #Events #Exhibitions #Fairs are all drivers of economic development and growth. What does our #swedish government do to help the meetings industry grow? https://lnkd.in/gyK5TGuS

🌟 Exciting News for the #Businessevents Industry in Canada! 🌟 A few days ago a significant milestone took place as Destination Canada launches the new three-year International Convention Attraction Fund (ICAF) aimed at enhancing Canada's global competitiveness in attracting major international conventions, conferences, and events. Read here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gtKdq-ZR Learn more about the ICAF: 🔹 Support of up to $1 million per event for eligible Canadian destinations bidding to host major international business events 🔹 Part of an overall $50 million investment by the Government of Canada 🔹 Find eligibility criteria, application details, and more: https://lnkd.in/gBP75s25 Don't miss the insights on societal impact and examples in the Destination Canada Impact Framework on pages 6-7 of the application guide, built upon the #BEImpactful framework focusing on the 8 Common Capitals. Virginie De Visscher Destination Canada Business Events | Événements d'affaires de Destination Canada #MeetInCanada

After an inspiring weekend in Brussels at #FOSDEM I traveling home to Switzerland by train. Isn't that taking too much time? This is not the relevant question. The relevant question is about the sustainable way of travel. And that is by train. But it takes a long time, doesn't it? Yes, it does. And it is ok. 2 Days FOSDEM is intensive. So many presentations, so many talks, meetings with people and impressions. That needs time to be processed. Traveling back provides the time to get the information sorted. To look into the new things I learned. Having a seat with a table and power from Brussels to Zurich also allows to work. And when you look from that angle, the train wins.