Studying or working from home can be a dream. Or a nightmare. It all depends on you and how you manage your time. As I've been working from home (or from a beach) for the past 5 years, I can now share what I've learnt from…
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2019 Guide to Expats Taxation in London
If you are about to move or have recently settled in the most beautiful city in the world, hello ya! Welcome to London! However, like anywhere else in the world, you are going to have pay taxes. I wish somebody wrote this article for when I first moved to London…
Best Spots to Study (and Work) in Milan
Spring is here and the final Summer session is coming up fast. I feel ya. I used to feel exhausted at this time of the year, crawling from classroom to classroom and then home for more study time. It was a different time back then - yeah, Auntie Sabri is…
How To Apply for the National Insurance Number in London
Are you looking for a job in London? Or have you applied to a London university? Remember that there is something you must do as soon as you land in the British capital. Do I Need a National Insurance Number (NIN)? If you’ve just moved to London for work…
How to Become a Succesful Entrepreneur - A Step by Step Guide
Well, let me put it straight. There isn't such a thing as a magic formula. But having done the full transition from employee to freelancer and from freelancer to entrepreneur, I think I can now share with a thing or two. At least so that you can avoid…
Let's Celebrate the European Day of Languages
At Spotahome, a multi-lingual company since the very beginning, we speak 9 languages and have over 30 different nationalities in our team. This is why, on the 26th of September we are going to celebrate the European Day of Languages. Since 2001, this is the day to celebrate all of…
Best Expat Jobs in Milan and How to Find Them
You might know that Italy has one of the highest unemployment rates in Europe. But you might not know that there is a huge demand for workers, especially foreigner workers. Especially in Milan. You might know it for being Italy's fashion hub. But finance, engineering, hospitality are also…
How and Where to Find the Best Internship in Italy?
Taking an internship abroad is a smart way to start a flourishing international career. Taking an internship in Italy is also a great way to gain practical knowledge while living in the best country in the world. Sorry, I'm Italian!!! ? Imagine immersing yourself in la dolce vita (the…
Minimalism: the Key to Saving Money when Moving House
As someone who has relocated numerous (12 times to be exact) in my life, I consider myself a moving expert. Only when I discovered minimalism, I realised it was also the key to save money when moving house. In the past, I've hired professional cleaners and movers when…
20 Reasons Why You Should Go Freelance
As someone who worked and climbed the corporate ladder for over 8 years in London and Milan before going freelance, I think I now have the right perspective to share with you why you should go freelance. I wish I had found this article three years ago when I decided…
Spotahome's Guide to Best Work Abroad Programs
We’ve gathered some of the best work abroad programs - whether you want to work abroad for the summer, a certain season, a whole year or even longer, these are the best work abroad programs from all around the world!…
How to Write your CV and Cover Letter in London
If you are looking for the perfect job in London, you need to get your CV and cover letter sorted. In the UK way. This article is a tailored guide to getting hired in London from someone who worked in the recruitment and management consulting field in the UK since…
Why You Should Get a Summer Internship (or tag one to the End of your Erasmus)
I know, I know - you've worked incredibly hard throughout the Academic Year and you're just dreading the thought of working during the Summer. I've been there too. However, a summer internship can provide you with some great benefits for the future. Here are…
How to Write your CV and Cover Letter in Italy
So, you've been dreaming about La Dolce Vita in Rome, fashion shows in Milan or student life in Bologna for years and now you've just started looking and applying for the perfect internship online? Well done! Now, it's time for Mission no. 2. Writing…
The winner of the #4MonthsTogether has been announced, and their dream city is London!
The #4monthsTogether contest has come to an end with over 200 participants hoping to gain something out of these three months of craziness: four months of free rent in the city of your dreams. We have the pleasure to announce that Alejandra Bricio is the winner of the contest! Alejandra…
Best Ways to find an Internship Online
One of the most frequent questions students ask after they've submitted their application is: What happens now? The truth is that only 5% of the employers reply to each and every application they receive and, as much as you can blame the HR team, it is up to…