Flyfisher
Canadian expat in the Netherlands
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Canadian
Lives in South
Registration: 29 January 2009
How to make friends in the Netherlands
In general the best way to make friends starts in the workplace. Ask a co-worker to go out for a beer or go to a bar yourself. Although the Dutch won't usually admit it, they are very proud of their country. If you show a true interest in Holland ... Read More
Finding work in North Brabant Region
Hi Domino, As you are looking in the Noord Brabant region consider the city Oss ( near 's Hertogenbosch ) In this midd size city there are large international companies that hire english speaking employees. Companies such as Philips ( ... Read More
Looking for IT job in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Hi there, Contact SUN Microsystems International in Amersfoort. As you know they invented JAVA and there is no need for you to speak Dutch. This is a large organization that is always looking for new IT employees. Regards, Mike Read More
Find a job in Netherlands
Yes, undutchables is a great choice. I work for an International company based in Holland and approx. 45% of our employee base doesn't speak Dutch at all. Mike Read More
Do and don't in the Netherlands by expat.com
Are you living in the Netherlands? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the Netherlands? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in the ...
What should you do ? 1. Treat Dutch people as your equal. If you are a CEO talking to a cleaning lady, show her the same respect you would a peer. 2. In a restaurant you can typically just walk in a find a seat or table that you like. Normally ... Read More
Do and don't in the Netherlands by expat.com
Are you living in the Netherlands? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the Netherlands? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in the ...
Here are some interesting facts about the Dutch 1. Dutch people are considered very direct. They get straight to business and don't spend a lot of time on formalities. In a business meeting, they will introduce themselves and tell you their title. ... Read More
Do and don't in the Netherlands by expat.com
Are you living in the Netherlands? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the Netherlands? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in the ...
More things that are not done in Holland 1. Be careful talking about politics. Typically for Dutch people politics is a personal matter. 2. Don't over "TIP" a waiter in Holland. Although they would appreciate it it is not comman practice in ... Read More
Do and don't in the Netherlands by expat.com
Are you living in the Netherlands? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the Netherlands? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in the ...
A couple of things that are not done in Holland : 1. Ask people how much money they make 2. Tell an employee that you are the boss. You are just a co-worker with different responsibilities. 3. Show up a someones front door without calling first. ... Read More