Posts on Linked In

About D&I

Do foreigners need to know Norwegian well to advance in their careers? Definitely.
Is good Norwegian level enough to get into leadership positions? It depends on where you come from. (Sept 2022)

Do you think a German engineer delivers better projects than a Spanish one? And do you recruit Polish staff because they are hardworking? If so, read what follows. (Aug 2022)

Do foreigners have fewer chances of being hired than Norwegians? (Jan 2022)

Corporate language and inclusion of foreign workers: In which language should we communicate in Norwegian organisations? English? Norwegian? (Nov 2021)

#diversity increases productivity, creativity, and innovation, among others. But this is true only if the diverse talents and abilities are recognised and exploited. Can foreigners bring in new perspectives, or are they required to fit in a national or company culture? (Nov.2021)

Is there a better way to include international staff in social events at work?
In Norway, companies often offer a ski outing or a paycheck beer (lønningspils). But what if you don’t drink alcohol or don’t ski? Could we have a more diverse offer in Norwegian organisations?

About cultural differences

What is a good career counsellor?  (Nov. 2022)

About teaching strategies

“It’s hard to maintain my focus throughout a lecture”, says a student in a recent article in Harvard Faculty Lounge. Here are 5 strategies that demand little or no preparation time to engage your students in the classroom. (Aug 2022)

What is Team-Based learning, and why it is an effective method to develop collaborative skills in the classroom (April 2021)

How can we engage our students when we teach online? (October 2020)