What to do with my career...
- after moving abroad
- maternity leave
- a long career break
- moving back home
Are you wondering what your next career step might be but can’t come up with a clear vision?
Do you doubt that your resume will be competitive in a foreign country or after a long career break?
Especially as mothers with a global aspect, one can get used to putting own concerns second.
At the same time, the profession is such an important part of our self-realization, which not only brings a financial aspect with it, but also goes hand in hand with recognition, joy of life, and a sense of purpose. By neglecting the question of your professional career, you neglect an essential part of what defines you as a woman and mother.
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ABOUT ME
Hi, I am Kate
I launched SharetheLove in 2017 to give a platform on Expat Partner Identity Shock. A lot has happened since then. SharetheLove has become a home away from home for all those who feel uncertain about their professional future with regard to their life abroad. Many of my clients are entering a job market after a long break and want clarity about the next steps as well as support in terms of career branding and networking. For other clients, a posting is imminent and they want to prepare themselves in the best possible way for the foreign job market. Still others miss a network of like-minded people who understand the challenges of mobile life and are looking to connect.
- Certified career coach
- Corporate background in Marketing & Business Development
- Lived and Worked in the UK, Spain, Taiwan and most recently the US (Chicago)
- Currently based in Germany coaching women around the world
Kerstin Schweizer Laurentin
1:1 Coaching & Mastermind Group Coaching
“I called for Kate for a coaching session just before our move back to Germany after 10 years in France. It was a real joker! I very much appreciated the immense capacity to listen and to support on the basis of my reflective development. This very special openness combined with a large amount of empathy made that I felt very well accompanied and in confidence during the whole time. After 3 individual coaching sessions that we arranged over a period of around 3 months I will join a Mastermind Group to continue my reflection and share my projects and my experience with others. I am very happy to stay in touch with Kate as well. Thank you very much, you do such great work here. I am so happy to have met you and I wish so many others to get to know you as well.”
Michaela Goldmann
1:1 Coaching
„I started my coaching sessions with Kate when I was actually dissatisfied with my job. During the coaching, I wanted to get clear about where I stand and where I want to go and what I have to do to get there. However, during the coaching I realized what great aspects my job has and how I can use my strengths to thrive. Kate accompanied me and gave me the space for reflection. Through this changed perspective, I have gained a lot more self-confidence and I totally enjoy my job again. Thank you dear Kate, for your listening and your „nudges“.“
Ute, mother of twins, currently in the Netherlands
Mastermind Group Coaching
“Having lived and still living “the experience abroad”, I love that Kate puts into numbers and words what we all go through. I enjoy her articles which are helpful as well as inspirational. Joining one of her mastermind groups put things into motion for me as I took the personal deadlines “very personal”. Wherever you are at your journey, if you need the very first input and structure or if you need the final push to move forward, having this exchange with other expat partners led and coached by Kate will facilitate the process! I had so high expectations of myself and so many ideas but our discussions and exercises helped me make peace with the fact that values have changed along the way… while the weekly to-do list made me explore new waters and opened doors to brand-new job opportunities. Thanks, Kate!”
Latest Blog Posts
Career Success for Expats: Unlocking Career Success After Moving Abroad
Moving to a new country for work can be both challenging and rewarding. A recent academic study titled „Exploring the Determinants of Career Success After Expatriation: A Focus on Job Fit, Career Adaptability, and Expatriate Type“ sheds light on the factors that influence career success for expats. I have summarized some of the key learnings from this study in today’s post. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning an international career or moving countries to advance your career.
Are You Moving Abroad and Need to Update Your Resume for the US Job Market?
This article guides expats in adapting their resumes for the US job market, highlighting key differences from German resumes. It covers essential adjustments such as omitting personal information, emphasizing achievements, and using concise summaries. Additionally, it underscores the importance of reflecting on career goals and integrating international experience.
Finding Peace in Limbo: Thriving While Waiting for Your Work Permit as the accompanying spouse
Waiting for a work visa can feel like an endless rollercoaster of emotions. The uncertainty and impatience can be overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure if a work permit will ever materialize. However, this limbo phase can also be an invaluable opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Why Couple Contracting is Crucial for Expat Couples
Living abroad brings unique challenges that can shift dynamics within a relationship unexpectedly. From adjusting to a new culture to managing career changes or redefined roles due to local constraints, these transitions can strain a partnership without clear communication and agreed-upon expectations. It might sound wired to formulate a contract with a loved one. However, many appreciate this tool since it supports be more clear and active in our way of communicating with our partner. Let’s get started and learn more about what couple contracts entail and how to set one up for yourself. Further down I am also sharing a free template with you to get the process started.
Female Expats and Their Perspectives on International Assignments
Female Expats and Their Perspectives on International Assignments Text by: Kate von Knobloch The distribution of genders in international assignments reveals that parity is still
Career planning for expatriate partners involves navigating unique challenges and opportunities
Career planning for expatriate partners involves navigating unique challenges and opportunities.