Customers are the key to success in any business. At least, that’s what we have always been taught! But the reality is that every business has its good customers and those they don’t need. To ensure your customer has understood how you work, you have to set certain guidelines such as: Communication: Use clear and concise communication methods to ensure that information is conveyed and understood effectively Standardize Processes: Develop standardized processes and workflows that the client has access to Deadlines/Contract Establish clear timelines, milestones, and deliverables Ma ..read more

  Alors que le débat se poursuit sur les avantages de l'IA dans le système éducatif, j’étais récemment confrontée à la possibilité de plagiat (sans accès à un logiciel de détection de plagiat). J'ai demandé à ChatGPT comment il s'y prendrait pour détecter si les étudiants utilisent ChatGPT lors des examens écrits. ChatGPT reconnaît que tous les éléments suivants peuvent être difficiles à détecter, mais certains modèles et caractéristiques linguistiques peuvent indiquer son utilisation : Vocabulaire inhabituel ou avancé : ChatGPT possède un vocabulaire très varié et peut suggérer d ..read more

  With the continuing hot debate on the benefits of AI in the educational system and confronted with the possibility of student plagiarism (without access to a plagiarism detection software), I asked ChatGPT how it would go about detecting if students are using ChatGPT during written exams. ChatGPT recognises that all of the following can be challenging, but there are some language patterns and characteristics that might indicate its usage: Unusual or advanced vocabulary: ChatGPT has a wide-ranging vocabulary and can suggest advanced or uncommon words and phrases. NB: looking out for ..read more

  Without falling into stereotypes or assumptions and considering that the workplace is changing at an unprecedented speed, the following are a few differences and similarities that I have observed between working in France vs working in the UK or Ireland. Differences in hierarchy Many French companies are still characterised by an important level of hierarchy (top-down). Management holds a high-level of decision making without involving employees. We are still seeing the use of “vous” used in France by workers to direct and top management. Management in the large companies are often is ..read more

  Today marks a significant milestone - the 7th anniversary of Third Culture Professionals  What started as a platform for Accompanying Partners has evolved into a valuable resource for expats and all job seekers worldwide. As we celebrate this milestone, I can't help but feel a profound sense of gratitude for each and every one of you who have been a part of this journey. Your support, feedback, and engagement have been the driving force behind TCP’s growth and success. Over the past year, I’ve experienced many exciting developments and achieved significant milestones. From expandi ..read more

  You may wonder why I am writing about layman’s terms. Quick and honest answer: during my English trainings, teaching and coaching, I realised that a lot of my students had never heard of this term! It’s something I’m confronted with daily: discussing topics or explaining complex ideas in English that are comprehensible to all. So what is layman's terms: it simply refers to using everyday language to explain complex ideas or concepts. It's about avoiding jargon and specialised terminology in favour of words and phrases that everyone, regardless of background or knowledge in a particular ..read more

  To all the amazing women rocking the professional hustle while managing a work-life balance – your grit, determination and emotional intelligence don’t go unnoticed. From smashing career goals to handling the myriad of tasks at home (multi-tasking), you're the real MVPs (most valuable players). Here's to the women keeping it real, embracing the challenges, and rewriting the rules. Your intelligence, strength, and hard work are an inspiration, a continuous game changer and example for future generations. PS: Women deserve recognition every day. Text Copyright © 2024 Third Culture Prof ..read more

  Social media platforms have become a playground for scammers and frauders. Here are some tips to help you identify potentially fake job postings on social media: 1. If the description is too good be true and the company or person is simultaneously recruiting the same job posting all over the globe (in various major cities), then this should be an eye opener! 2. Visit the company's website. Legitimate companies usually have a well-established presence with detailed information,a logo and a clear description of their business 3. Be cautious if the job description is vague, no job respon ..read more

  Ask yourself this question:  Do you follow people on social media because they communicate well and brand themselves just as you would love to? They seem to lead a normal life while successfully managing a million-dollar business. They accompany their kids to school, cook dinner every night, and share photos of their family all together in paradisiacal locations. They have ventured into creating 10 companies; 9 out of 10 failed, but the last one emerged as the winner – a testament to the lessons learned and the tenacity exhibited in getting there. And yet, as a sheep, you are inf ..read more

  Today, I was asked by a job search group the question “how to make sense of all that career advice offered on social media? Sharing with you some of the advice I shared with them. We are approaching the third week of 2024 and a lot of the career advice that was circulating on social media prior is still there but revamped to make it look fresher and up to date. The reality is that nothing has changed. If you want to find a new job, it involves understanding and putting in place the following: 1.      Companies are looking to recruit employees with experience i ..read more