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Can you keep up with all the things happening in Denmark at the moment? If not, take a look at the information we are collecting for you. Festivals and spare-time activities, happenings in Danish politics and society, job offers in English, and fun info about life in Denmark. Let's make the next months a great experience.
Share with us how you have overcome culture shock in Denmark. What has helped you? What did you do? Thanks for sharing. Your suggestions can help other newcomers..
DIana Mastan has been successful in her job search for work in Denmark. See what she has done and how she has adapted her job search. The information may give you some new ideas of what you could do.
On May 19/20, Denmark celebrates Whitsun. Find out what happens on this day and how Danes celebrate it.
Volunteering at Worktrotter
Increase your visibility to the job-market in Denmark by participating in our volunteering possiblities: online/offline marketing a. o. topics
Let us know and we'll try to find the answers for you.
Get non-Danish studies and professions assessed and recognized in Denmark. Such, you will make it easier for those hiring as they will be able to relate better to your education and work experience.
Many parents moving to Denmark wonder if they should send their children to an international or a Danish school. We have collected some suggestions to help you decide.
Writing your first mail to somebody you don't know is a bit tricky. Find out how best to establish the first work-contact in Denmark: when you are looking for a job, when you approach somebody in regards to networking, when you contact a potential customer.
Join us at presentations about working in Denmark about various topics about working in Denmark. Get hints and tips, suggestions and inspiration.
Find out how high the tax rates for 2013 are to be, the most important allowances and the most important checkpoints for Danish taxes. One is around the corner. Don't miss it. Can be expensive for you!
Button with Danish public holidays
Does it also happen to you that you miss out on upcoming Danish public holidays? Add them to your calendar with our holiday button. You will be able to plan your private and your work life better.
If you search for work in Denmark, take a look at the list of upcoming career and job events in Denmark in 2013 and participate in those that apply to you.
How NOT to apply for work in Denmark (part 2)
Foreign job applicants often approach the topic of finding work in Denmark in a completely counterproductive way.
Article in the magazine of the Danish Chamber of Commerce
Interaction between business partners is a bit like dancing. Stepping on each others toes can have consequences. Read how things can go wrong in business between Danes and non-Danes (in Denmark or abroad)
FAQs about work in Denmark
Find answers to the most often asked questions about finding work in Denmark. Find pointers and inspirartion on what you can do achieve your professional wishes.
Interview with Der Nordschleswiger
How can it bring you in trouble if you know only the big traits of Danish work culture, interview with Der Nordschleswiger about the new book Business-Dances with Danes.
Looking back on 2012
What has happened at Worktrotter in 2012? Thanks to all for your participation
Interview with TV2 Lorry Lounge
TV2 Lorry Lounge interviewed Dagmar about her new book Business-Dances with Danes and how traits of the Danish work culture can be misunderstood
Interview with DR P1 business
Listen to Dagmar's Interview with DR P1 business about her new book Business-Dances with Danes, which decodes he Danish work culture. Dagmar's interview starts at minute 48:20.
How to be successful in business and at work in Denmark and when working with Danes. New Worktrotter-book available since November 19, 2012
Writing such applications may disqualify you right away.
Hints for life in Denmark
The 5 most important hints to save money in Denmark
Danish Internet connections
Find out what to you need to know about Internet connections in Denmark. Having Internet is mandatory to get going after your move.
Do you miss food from home?
Buy British, American, Spanish food online.
Public holidays in Denmark
See the overview of the public holidays in Denmark for 2012 and download them to your calendar.
"Smart" smartphone apps for your stay in Denmark
All about Danish traditions
- What are your monthly costs in Denmark? Survey (last call)
- How to reduce your costs of living in Denmark
- Trade unions and unemployment insurances in Denmark
- We have over 9.699 members!
- Survey 2010: Do you perceive Danes open?
- Worktrotter's Guide at no shipping costs
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