Learn Swedish3 min read
To Learn Swedish Or Not To Learn Swedish
Karin Persson
Learn Swedish or not? In the first few weeks that I lived in Stockholm, I started every conversation the same way: with a perplexed look while uttering the phrase I'm...
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Karin Persson
Karin is an experienced recruiter with a background in the telecommunications industry. She has expertise in recruitment, risk management, resource management, conflict management, and aviation psychology. She holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Social Science Education from Stockholm University and is a certified teacher in Psychology and Political Science. At Career Sweden, she supports individuals in navigating the Swedish labour market.
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Work3 min read
SIFA - Swedish for professionals and academics
Karin Persson
SIFA are intensive Swedish courses for foreign born academics and professionals. These courses usually combine Swedish studies with specific content related to your professional and academic field. Quick guide to...
Learn Swedish3 min read
Study Swedish at a Swedish university
Karin Persson
Can you study Swedish at university level even if I am not a university student? Actually yes. Exchange students are not the only ones who can take Swedish at a...
Learn Swedish2 min read
Learn 5 basic Swedish words
Karin Persson
If you are a total beginner to the Swedish language, learning some keywords can help you in daily situations – even if you don't interact much with Swedes. Learn 5...
Learn Swedish3 min read
The Ultimate Tool Guide To Learn Swedish
Karin Persson
One of the most frequent questions that we come across is: What's the best way to learn Swedish? A valid question since there are so many options available that sometimes...
Learn Swedish3 min read
10 Non-conventional ways to learn Swedish!
Karin Persson
Are you looking for tips for learning Swedish? I guess you have decided to learn the language! Bravo! It's not easy to take that first step and it takes an...
Discover Sweden3 min read
The best locations for a cabin vacation
Karin Persson
For many in Sweden, owning a cabin is part of the culture. A lot of people own summer houses or smaller vacation homes in addition to their traditional houses or...
Discover Sweden3 min read
Viewpoints in Gothenburg — Part 2
Karin Persson
Gothenburg has many viewpoints, most of them are all over the city and free for everyone to enjoy. As the city's shape is quite unique with a fascinating architectural blend,...
Discover Sweden2 min read
Want to go for a fika?
Karin Persson
"Ska vi fika?" when you are asked this question in a Swedish office, the only answer you are supposed to give is "Yes". What have you just said "yes" to?...
Discover Sweden4 min read
Djurgården – Art and Nature in Stockholm
Karin Persson
Djurgården is an island in the central area of Stockholm. A beloved destination for locals and tourists where one can find museums, gardens, and many family-friendly activities. Here are some...
Discover Sweden6 min read
The guide to Swedish semla and semla season
Karin Persson
A Swedish semla is something you should try at least once. To tell a Swede that you are not a big fan of the bun semla (semlor in plural) –...
Discover Sweden3 min read
September – Time for the Swedish Forest
Karin Persson
What was it that held the Swedish psyche in thrall to a fragrant, saffron-coloured, umbrella-shaped fungus? Throughout our time in Sweden, we had been struck by nature’s ability to exert...