Danish “freedom with responsibility” can be misunderstood by internationals – Børsen Ledelse

One common aspect of Danish working culture is “freedom with responsibility”. A Danish boss outlines a project with goals and timelines, supplies a budget and other resources, and then steps back and expects her team to run with the ball. She won’t demand constant milestones, expect to be cc’d on every email, or deliver ongoing feedback.…

ByJesper Bo HenriksenMarch 23, 20230Comments

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For Danes: Four ways to avoid conflict with your international colleagues – Berlingske

Kay Xander Mellish, an expert on Danish working culture, offers Danes four tips on how to avoid conflict with their international colleagues. See the video here.

ByJesper Bo HenriksenMarch 6, 20230Comments

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“The unwritten rules of Danish working culture” – Berlingske Business

The unwritten rules of the Danish working culture can be confusing for internationals, but Danes can help their newly arrived colleagues understand. Read the full article here.

ByJesper Bo HenriksenMarch 4, 20230Comments

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“Starting a job in the Danish workplace can be hard for foreigners” – Danish regional newspaper network

Starting a job in a Danish workplace isn’t always easy for newcomers, but Kay Xander Mellish has a few tips to make it easier, she tells the Danish regional newspaper network. For example, you should be ready to challenge your boss, admit your mistakes as soon as you make them, and deal with Danish humor. Read the…

ByJesper Bo HenriksenFebruary 4, 20230Comments

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How to Work in Denmark: Kay Xander Mellish speaks to TV2

Kay Xander Mellish appeared on TV2 News to discuss what internationals can do to fit into the Danish workplace, and how Danes can help. See the short video (in Danish).

ByJesper Bo HenriksenFebruary 4, 20230Comments

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“Ask for help when you need it” – Sondag Magazine

“Danes don’t want to impose or invade your privacy, so it’s important that a newcomer ask for help if they need it. If you ask, the Danes will be happy to help.” Denmark's "Sondag" magazine's interview with Kay Xander Mellish. Read the full article here. "Danskerne vil helst ikke trænge sig på, så de tilbyder sjældent deres hjælp…

ByJesper Bo HenriksenFebruary 4, 20230Comments

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“No one told me how important it is to eat cake in the office” – Femina

"No one told me how important it is to eat cake in the office", Kay Xander Mellish told the Danish women's magazine Femina about learning to understand Danish workplace culture. Read the full article here. "Ingen havde fortalt mig, hvor vigtigt det er at spise kage på en arbejdsplads," siger amerikansk oplægsholder Kay Xander Mellish til Femina. For…

ByJesper Bo HenriksenFebruary 4, 20230Comments