Employment and supporting labour mobility

18 June 2020

8 essential skills to succeed in a post-COVID-19 world

(From ec.europa.eu ) Leadership The spread of the coronavirus may be slowing down, but remote working is becoming more popular. With more offices allowing their employees to work from home, good leadership skills are becoming essential. Team leaders and managers need to be able to inspire and motivate their colleagues and encourage collaboration from a distance. Additionally, with the growth of the gig economy, teams are becoming more fluent, requiring initiative and proactivity from everyone involved. Emotional intelligence Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and be aware of...

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11 June 2020

Four ways COVID-19 has changed the way we work

(From ec.europa.eu ) Check out the four biggest changes to the way we work. 1. Uptake of technology When millions of people around the world were told to work from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they used technology to adapt their way of working. Working as a team when working remotely heavily relies on online tools. Face-to-face meetings were replaced with online conference calls via platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams which enable staff to access meetings from their living rooms, saving time and money. These online platforms overcame the barriers of remote working and kept people...

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03 June 2020

Tips for adapting your job search post COVID-19

(From ec.europa.eu ) The world of job-hunting is no different. As some lockdowns begin to ease and we look forward to the period after COVID-19, here are six short tips to help you adapt your job search to fit the changing world of work. Be open-minded about the kind of roles you’re interested in Whilst the COVID-19 crisis has stopped many companies from hiring altogether, others (e.g. online retail services, courier/mail delivery services, supermarkets and pharmacies) need additional support to meet increased demand as a direct result of it. Staying open-minded about the kind of role you’re...

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26 May 2020

How businesses are adapting to the crisis and preparing for a future after COVID-19

(From ec.europa.eu ) Most companies have temporarily altered their working practices, for example switching their staff to teleworking and moving all meetings online. For businesses in some sectors, this transition has been smooth, but for others, it has not been so simple. For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), it has been essential to react quickly to the changes in supply and demand. If you are an employer, you may be looking for inspiration on how to adapt and plan for a future beyond COVID-19. Here are some examples of SMEs and startups that have been adapting their...

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21 April 2020

Five things you need to start working from home

(From ec.europa.eu ) IT equipment You’ll probably need a computer or laptop with access to your organisation’s internal network to work from home. Without access to your organisation’s network, you may not be able to view everything that you need to. This may be provided by your employer, or you may be able to access the network from your own device. Tip 1: Depending on your role, you may need a second screen so that you can easily view several documents or pages at the same time. If you don’t have a second computer monitor at home, ask your employer if they can provide one. If not, you could...

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02 July 2019

6 steps to starting a professional career abroad: Part 1

(From ec.europa.eu ) Step #1: Finding information on jobs abroad There are lots of job portals, websites and employment services out there, so it’s likely that t European employers use different ones. While you can visit individual sites, there are also a number of European-level organisations and websites to give you a helping hand. Public employment services and EURES: It’s likely that there’s a local or regional employment office in your area. They’re a great source of advice and there may also be a EURES Staff member based there who can provide personalised one-to-one assistance. . EURES...

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26 June 2019

Going Dutch: tips for working in the Netherlands

(From ec.europa.eu ) Unemployment is falling in the Netherlands as the economy recovers, and while the number of government jobs is set to fall due to cuts, employment in the private sector is rising. While there is little demand for low-skilled workers, there is a shortage of applicants for medium-skilled jobs and therefore a good chance of finding work in a number of technical occupations. These roles include CNC machine operators, specialist welders and industrial pipe fitters, while design engineers, technically qualified project managers and R&D specialists are also in demand. There...

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23 April 2019

‘Incredible places and wonderful people’: Lara’s story

(From ec.europa.eu ) ‘It all started with my registration on the EURES platform,’ recalls Lara. ‘It’s a simple procedure, similar to that of any other online job search platform. Basically, it involves entering your CV. You can also filter the offers you want to receive depending on the type of work.’ Lara soon received a job offer from a hotel in the Moselle valley region of Germany, although she admits that she wasn’t sure about the offer at first, because the employer wanted her to start work quickly. ‘I had nothing to lose’ Lara decided to contact a EURES Adviser at the Servicio Extremeño...

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16 April 2019

Social media: A job hunting tool?

(From ec.europa.eu ) LinkedIn An article about job hunting on social media could not start without talking about LinkedIn. Launched in 2002, the site is specifically designed for professional networking and recruitment. There are a variety of tools and features on offer, and we’ve pulled out some of our favourites. Join groups: An obvious one, but a logical place to start. There are over 1.7 million groups on LinkedIn, dedicated not just to individual companies but also to networking, organisations and specific themes. Joining a group will give you access to experts, people who have the same...

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21 January 2019

Skills for Jobs: How to get the most out of the OECD’s database

(From ec.europa.eu ) The world of work is changing amid technological developments and globalisation. For employees and employers, it’s important to know which skills are in demand – and in excess – in certain countries and occupations. This is where the Skills for Jobs database comes in. What is the Skills for Jobs database? Launched in 2017 by the OECD, Skills for Jobs provides information on skills shortages and surpluses in 40 countries, as well as occupational imbalances. It looks at cognitive, social and physical skills, and can help you understand which skills are hard to find and...