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Are You A Team Player?

September 03, 2014 Magda
Are You A Team Player?

  “Individual commitment to a group effort – that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” Vince Lombardi In Catalonia, we have a very special tradition called “castells” (“castles” in English) in which a group of people attempt to build a human pyramid with their bodies to […]

How To Ease Back Into Work After Vacation

August 20, 2014 Magda
How To Ease Back Into Work After Vacation

  Vacations are the best thing ever. Oh dear! Sun, piña coladas, beach waves or exploring a new city – there’s no question having free time from work is simply delightful. But, as with everything in life it always comes to an end. As Elbert Hubbard said: “No man needs a vacation so much as […]

Startup Profile: Giftry, The New Way To Gift Shopping

August 05, 2014 Magda
Startup Profile: Giftry, The New Way To Gift Shopping

What is the absolute worst thing about celebrations? For me it’s gift shopping. I just never know what to get and many doubts blur my judgement: too expensive, too cheap, too childish — well you get the point. I think we’ve all felt the same at some point. Wouldn’t you just love to know exactly […]

10 Interview Questions For Project Managers

July 28, 2014 Magda
10 Interview Questions For Project Managers

  Project management is not an easy task. According to Gartner Survey, 70% of organisations implementing PMOs report that project success rates have improved significantly as a result. As a project manager, you’ll be in the middle of a triangle formed by the company’s management, the staff and the clients. Your responsibilities will include costs, […]

Startup Profile: Ofertia, The Platform For Local Offers

July 17, 2014 Magda
Startup Profile: Ofertia, The Platform For Local Offers

Say you’re looking to purchase a new computer…now, imagine having all the local offers for computers available to you from the tip of your finger. Sounds ideal, right? Ofertia is making this come true At JobFluent, we wanted to know more about this fast-growing startup, so I seized the opportunity on the last Barcelona Startup […]

The Ultimate List Of Coworking Spaces In Europe

July 14, 2014 Magda
The Ultimate List Of Coworking Spaces In Europe

  A little while ago, I told you about my personal experience with teleworking and staying productive when working from home. Yes, there are both good and bad things about working remotely, it is not always the same and it definitely doesn’t always have to be a coffee and pijama kind of setting (in fact, […]

Berlin: Facts and Figures of The Startup Scene

July 01, 2014 Magda
Berlin: Facts and Figures of The Startup Scene

For the last couple of years, there has been a lot of talk about the startup scene in the capital city of the first European economy. Opinions are divided –while some experts think Berlin rocks, others point out some lacks and dark spots. Truth be told, Berlin’s startup scene has experienced an fast-paced growth and […]

Startup Profile: Lodgify, Beautiful Accommodation Websites

June 10, 2014 Magda
Startup Profile: Lodgify, Beautiful Accommodation Websites

  Last month, we had the opportunity to meet many startups and professionals at the 5th edition of the JobFluent Barcelona Startup Job Fair. It was a blast. We exchange thoughts, CVs and business cards. I was able to catch up with Naveen Sharma, who is responsible for marketing and business development at Lodgify. Curious about what […]

How To: Write An Effective Job Description

June 04, 2014 Magda
How To: Write An Effective Job Description

One of the most important parts of a company is making sure you recruit a team that not only meets the criteria you’re looking for but also fits the culture that is established. When the time comes for you to hire new team members, the first thing you will need to do is advertise a […]

Event wrap-up: The BCN Startup Job Fair was a big success!

May 26, 2014 Magda
Event wrap-up: The BCN Startup Job Fair was a big success!

Over 300 professionals, more than 30 startups and 100+ job offers! The 5th edition of the JobFluent Barcelona Startup Job Fair was a big success. Over 300 professionals from different areas gathered together at the UB’s Facultat d’Economia i Empresa to meet and network with 30+ of the fast-growing startups and high tech companies out there. We […]