Working abroad: "I was a bit scared at first"

Florian: The biggest challenge was making the decision itself - in my case, one that I didn't make for myself alone, but with my family and for my three little boys. Once that hurdle was cleared, the rest was mainly organization. 

Jan: Ditto! The decision to challenge yourself in this way again at the age of 41 and to take the step into a foreign country was the biggest obstacle. You always give up a lot, leave the city you like and the social environment you like very much.

Florian: The step itself was a career jump for me and the experience here already feels super valuable. We'll see how it goes from there. In any case, I am open to further "adventures".

Jan: The step was also a big career leap for me and was also what I had planned after my move from Euler Hermes to AGCS at the time. Gaining leadership experience and being able to work across several regions will enrich my wealth of experience enormously. I can’t  forget the language skills, as well especially French. When you start an international career, you never know where you'll end up, I think that's part of the appeal. You can always go back, at least that's what your friends and colleagues tell you...

Florian: At the start, my wife wasn't enthusiastic, but she has has gotten used to the idea over time.

Jan: My plans were received very positively, especially the career move, of course. Paris is also not far and easy to reach by TGV. The anticipation of many friends for the upcoming visit here in the city of lights is accordingly great.

Florian: Absolutely.

Jan: Absolument.

Florian: At some point yes, but there is no fixed schedule.

Jan: Yes, I think I will return to Zurich. But there is no fixed schedule either.