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Career Advice | 03/21/2024

What are the advantages of being bilingual in English? 🇬🇧

The ability to communicate fluently in a second language, in this case English, has become an invaluable skill on a global scale. English has become the dominant language in international exchanges. Today, bilingualism opens doors that would not otherwise be accessible. Being bilingual in Engli...

Career Advice | 06/05/2023

What do you need to plan before arriving in France?

So, you’ve just received a job offer and are looking to make the big move to the country of baguettes and cheese… First of all, well done! But there are some things you need to know and organise before your move. MisterBilingue has compiled a checklist for you to make your move to France as smo...

Career Advice | 02/23/2022

Should I include a photo on my CV in France?

Although you're not required to include a photo on your CV in France, it can be a plus to your application. Mister Bilingue is here to explain everything you need to know about the CV photo! You've finally finished your CV, it's almost perfect, but there's still that little something missing. H...

Career Advice | 08/27/2021

What is the procedure for hiring a foreign employee?

You have just found the perfect employee and you are lost in the administrative steps to take? Don't panic! Here are the steps to follow depending on your situation and the type of contract of your future employee... A future employee who is an EU national? Nothing could be easier! The EEA* (Eu...

Career Advice | 08/26/2021

How to look for a job in France

Do you want to find the perfect job to fit your profile, but you're stuck on how to go about it? Mister Bilingue is here to explain everything you need to know to about finding job offers quickly in 2020! Did you just press 'Send' on your CV? And now you're crossing your fingers for a job inter...

Career Advice | 04/29/2021

What are the administrative steps to come and work in France?

You are looking for or have just found your dream job in France and you are afraid of the administrative steps to take? No need to panic! MisterBilingue explains it all to you! 1. If you are a citizen of the EEA (European Economic Area): nothing could be easier! The EEA* (European Economic Area...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

How can I optimize my LinkedIn profile?

Are you wondering how to boost your appeal in the eyes of recruiters with the perfect LinkedIn account? In this article, Mister Bilingual explains how to optimize your profile! LinkedIn, what's that then? Somewhere between social network and an online CV platform, LinkedIn is above all an excel...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

How do I succeed at a job interview in France?

In France, putting in some good preparation ahead of your job interview is essential. In this article, Mister Bilingue explains how to be professional and convincing when it comes to meeting your recruiter! Do you have a job interview coming up in the next few days? Feeling stressed and worried...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

Top 10 questions asked by recruiters at an interview!

Do you have an interview for a future job coming up? Mister Bilingue explains how to best answer the 10 most frequently asked questions by corporate recruiters! "What is your biggest weakness?" If you're thinking "I'm too much of a perfectionist", we're sorry to say that you...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

Should I bring up my salary during a first job interview in France?

Should you bring up your salary expectations at the end of your first interview for a job? Mister Bilingue is here to explain why, when and how to approach the question of your salary with your future employer! So, you've got a job interview coming up? You like the job, but you're not sure what...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

Understanding the different job contracts in France!

Looking for a job in France? Mister Bilingue is here to help you to make sense of the different types of employment contracts that exist in France! CDI, CDD, stage, intérim… If you've looked for a job in France before, there's no doubt that you will have already come across some of these words....

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

The most useful languages for getting a job in France!

Looking to start work in France some time soon? Mister Bilingue is here to recommend the best languages to learn for finding a bilingual job quickly! Speaking one or more foreign languages is always an asset in life. It's even better when a language can help us to find a job quickly! In France,...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

The best job fairs in Paris

Are you on the hunt for a job in France? Mister Bilingue is here to tell you about all the best job fairs in Paris in 2020 for finding a job quickly in France! It's not super easy to find a job in France, right? Fortunately for you, there are a fair few job fairs that take place in France, espe...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

Top 3 sites for creating your CV online!

Are you looking to create a quality CV to apply for job offers in France? Mister Bilingue is here to share with you the top 3 best sites for creating a personalized and professional CV online! Looking for a job in France but don't have a professional CV to show companies? Don't panic! There are...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

What to wear for a job interview in France?

How should I dress for a job interview in France? Mister Bilingue is here to run through the rules to follow before getting dressed. Put the odds on your side! Your dressing gown, a tank top and slippers in the shape of unicorns: you probably wouldn't walk down the street in this outfit, would ...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

The top 10 best jobs for bilingual people!

Are you bilingual and looking for a job in France? Mister Bilingue has put together a list of all the best positions for people who speak several languages! Knowing how to speak several languages is a hugely valuable asset both personally and professionally. Whether you have the gift of multipl...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

How do I write a cover letter in France?

Securing a job in France usually involves writing a cover letter. In this article, Mister Bilingue is here to help you write the best possible letter for the job! You've come across the job offer of your dreams, but the recruiter is asking for a cover letter in addition to your CV... what now? ...

Career Advice | 02/10/2021

How to survive your first day at work in France

Just clinched a new job but stressed out about the first day at work? In this article, MisterBilingue shares the top tips for kicking off a new job sans drama! You've sent the CVs, you've written a hundred covering letters, you've survived the interviews, and finally, the holy grail: you got ...

Career Advice | 10/09/2020

How to write the perfect French CV?

In France, providing recruiters with a top-quality CV is essential to getting hired. In this article, Mister Bilingue breaks down all the most important things to bear in mind for writing the CV of your dreams! Writing a CV can be a bit of a minefield: it's got to combine substance with pizazz,...