Annual leave days and parental leave in Sweden

Annual Leave Days in Sweden – 5 Weeks of Vacation

If you consider working in Sweden, you might be surprised about how many annual leave days Swedes have. Vacation/holidays when you work in Sweden 25 days off According to law you have yearly (at least) 25 … Read more

Be safety-conscious - How to be Swedish

What Is Safe and Not-so-Safe in Sweden

Good news for you if you also prefer things to be safe. Sweden really is the right place for you. Swedish safety-thinking can be found in many places. As in Swedish products. For example, have a … Read more

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How Flat Hierarchies Work in Sweden

“Hello Marie!” “Hi, Peter! How are you doing today?” “I’m good, thanks? How was your weekend, Marie?” What you’ve just read could have been a daily conversation between two Swedish friends or colleagues. But not … Read more

Don't work in July - How to be Swedish

Swedes Don’t Work in July – Here is Why

Why work when no one else does? Take your holiday in July During the months of July, whole Sweden seems to go on holiday. Some stores are closed, so are a few hospitals – no reason for … Read more

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