In our latest Question Guide instalment, we dig into the monster of all interview questions, “Why are you leaving (did you leave) your current/previous employer?”. Verder lezen →
Short on time and need to find accommodations in the Netherlands as quickly as possible? If money is not a big issue, your best bet may be to visit some housing agencies!
Often, interviewers will ask you at the end of an interview if you have any questions for them. This is a good opportunity to make a final, lasting impression, ask one or two important questions that will tie off a great interview and give you a chance to obtain more information about the prospective job and company! Verder lezen →
It can be frustrating to comb over the same stale job listings that you have already applied for. Here at Abroad Experience, we have compiled a list of tips and tricks for maximizing your job search and ensuring that you hear about every interesting opportunity! Verder lezen →
Now here’s a loaded interview question that can really make or break the interview: “Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a boss or colleague?” How you respond to this question will say a lot to an interviewer about who you are and how you interact in a team. In this latest Question Guide, Abroad Experience is here to help!
In our latest Question Guide, we discuss one of the simpler, more common behavioural interview questions, “Tell me about a time when you really went the extra mile for a customer.”
It is a rite of passage for newly arrived expats to undergo the mythical quest for a BSN Number… that is to say, obtaining your BSN (burgerservicenummer) which you need for employment and all other administrative functions in the Netherlands. Like most bureaucratic administrations, it can be difficult, unnecessarily complicated and frustrating but we will attempt to put forward enough advice to help you get through this process as quickly and effortlessly as possible. If you plan to live and work in the Netherlands for more than four months, you must register at your local municipality (gemeente) within five days of arrival to receive your or BSN. This includes EU/EEA nationals as well as people in possession of a work permit.
These days, multilingualism is increasingly a top priority asset in the workforce; as companies continue to expand to a globalized level, so does their need for employees that speak multiple languages and reflect their international ambitions. Therefore, multilingual candidates are becoming a top priority and highly sought after.
There are many online courses and certificates being offered by premier institutions, organizations and companies these days. Some are even free! These courses are a great way to gain specialization in a certain area, bring further value to your company or stay active and improve yourself during periods of unemployment.
