Expat Life · Geneva Welcome
Settle in Geneva.
Feel at home sooner.
A new country is more than a new address. Personal coaching for expatriates and families, and onboarding support for the companies that bring them here, so the first months feel less like guesswork.
"I've been the newcomer in nine countries. When I support a family, I'm not reading from a manual. I'm sharing what I went through myself."
Marcelo SimeoneFounder, CultureLink Consulting
Your move, step by step
Support at every stage of your move
Every stage brings its own questions. We meet you where you are, and stay with you until Geneva feels like home.
Prepare with confidence
Online sessions while you're still abroad: what to expect at work and at school, how daily life is organized, and the codes nobody writes down. You arrive knowing what's ahead.
Find your bearings
New colleagues, a new school, new neighbours. We help you read situations, avoid early misunderstandings and understand how things really work here.
Build a life, not just a stay
Friendships, clubs, local traditions, a sense of belonging. The step many expats never quite reach, and the one that makes the difference.
What we cover
Four areas of Swiss life
Swiss workplace culture
A 9:00 meeting means 9:00 sharp. Decisions take time, and feedback is often subtle. We help you decode communication styles, hierarchy, consensus-driven decisions and the differences between French- and German-speaking Switzerland. Work with confidence and build lasting trust.
Family integration & school support
Children become independent early, lunch may mean going home, and friendships take time to build. We help families find their place, from the Swiss school system and teacher expectations to local traditions and community life. Because feeling at home is about more than having an address.
Embracing Geneva's social life
In Switzerland, friendships often grow through shared activities, and an invitation home is a meaningful step. We help you find your place, from associations and sports clubs to traditions like the Escalade and summer swims at the Bains des Pâquis. Build genuine connections that last.
Everyday customs
Shops close early, Sundays are quiet, and even the shared laundry room may run on a schedule. We help you understand greetings, recycling, neighbourhood etiquette, administration, healthcare and work-life balance. Less confusion, and more confidence to enjoy life in Geneva.
Who it's for
For you, or for your people
Individuals & families
You're moving, or you've just arrived
Personal coaching shaped around your situation, your questions and your pace.
- One-to-one coaching for the person relocating
- Family sessions, partner and children included
- Online support before the move
- In your language: FR, PT, EN, ES, IT or DE
HR & global mobility
You're bringing talent to Switzerland
An international hire who settles well performs sooner, and is more likely to stay. When the family struggles, the assignment often does too.
- Onboarding coaching for new arrivals and their families
- Workshops on Swiss workplace culture
- Sessions at your offices or online
- Programs scoped to your needs
Where and how
Coaching that fits your life
In person in the Geneva area, or online from wherever you are, even before you move.
Questions
Frequently asked
Can we start before we move?
Yes. Online sessions are ideal while you're preparing the move, so you arrive knowing what to expect.
In which languages do you work?
French, Portuguese, English, Spanish, Italian and German. Sessions happen in the language you're most comfortable with.
Can my partner and children take part?
Absolutely. A move affects the whole family, and family sessions give everyone space to share their questions.
How much does it cost?
Every situation is different. After a first conversation, I propose a plan and a quote tailored to your needs.
Do you work with companies?
Yes. I work with HR and global mobility teams to support international hires and their families, with programs scoped to each company.
Let's talk about your move
Tell me where you are in your journey, and we'll see together how I can help.