Gain a significant advantage over your competitors! When applying for a job you are often requested to write a cover letter. How long should it be? What information should it contain? How should it be structured? Join Maria Renzi Brivio, in charge of the FOCUS Career Development Programme to get an answer to those questions... Read More
A unique Networking Event! No matter your professional career path, we all need to use the power of LinkedIn to enhance our professional profile, so let us come together to improve our personal branding! Join FOCUS for an extraordinary event that combines business with pleasure! At this two-part event, you can attend an informative session about... Read More
Experience art at the boundaries of light sound and space. Thin Air explores the hidden complexities that shape the world we live in. Featuring work by contemporary artists including 404.zero, James Clar, Robert Henke, Kimchi and Chips with Rosa Menkman, Matthew Schreiber, S E T U P and UCLA Arts Conditional Studio. The show makes use of light,... Read More
If you are new to the UK or if you have questions on anything from understanding the healthcare system to how British people communicate. In this light-hearted and valuable presentation of Top Tips, we will share our knowledge of living in this vibrant, multi-cultural metropolis. Main topics: healthcare, transportation, socialising, British culture, education and more.... Read More
Experience art at the boundaries of light sound and space. Thin Air explores the hidden complexities that shape the world we live in. Featuring work by contemporary artists including 404.zero, James Clar, Robert Henke, Kimchi and Chips with Rosa Menkman, Matthew Schreiber, S E T U P and UCLA Arts Conditional Studio. The show makes use of light,... Read More
In today's fast-paced world, the ability to establish meaningful connections and leave a lasting impression is invaluable. Whether you want to make a strong impact at work or shine at social gatherings, this webinar will provide you with the tools and strategies necessary to make every interaction count. During the session, Jan from iNOMEE will guide... Read More
Our members are international professionals and their families. We soften their landing so they have a successful time in the UK.
I cannot imagine what our life would be without the support and assistance from FOCUS. As a new member, I am also looking forward to attending all the workshops and events to continue my great experience with FOCUS and help myself to be more “local”. We were so lucky, as FOCUS provided us a 360-degree…
I recommend this programme (the Career Development Programme) not only for the job seekers but for any who want to learn about work experience. In addition to the programme, FOCUS has one of the best guides I have ever seen: Working in the UK – a key guide for working in the UK. During the…
I discovered FOCUS when I decided to return to work after a break. My friend talked to me about the Career Development Workshop… .I was lucky to find a group of friendly and supportive members to share my experience and ideas. At the end, I felt encouraged and more confident about what I wanted to…
I joined FOCUS right after I arrived in London. We were able to meet many people from around the world, exchange experiences and thoughts, and receive lots of suggestions in answer to all of our queries. This all certainly helped us to settle down. The FOCUS team also helped me understand the job market, property market…
The FOCUS team is very skilled at connecting people attending their events, giving tips on personal interests or even an organization we might have in common. I became friends with one of my work colleagues from a different department that I would have not met otherwise. FOCUS has been part of my second journey in…
FOCUS has been the best thing that happened to us in our first 100 days in London. Cultural activities, networking events and seminars helped us to speed up the process of integration into the UK culture. Raffaella found extremely helpful the Career Development Programme that supported her in a new phase of her career. We…
From the start, FOCUS has provided real-time insights to help me navigate the transition like a local. Within the first two months, I had great recommendations on childcare, beauty, doctors, opportunity to preview art shows, and even got a behind-the-scenes tour of Wimbledon! I was worried I’d be silo’d in my tech industry job, but…
While helping us navigate a new culture, Focus also introduced us to some of our dearest friends, making England quickly feel like home. I still love to pop in for their great events from time to time, as it is a always a fun way to meet new people and to continue learning about this…
FOCUS is a friendly guiding hand making you feel welcome and introducing you to new experiences. My husband and I recently moved to London from the US and adjusting to our new life was better with FOCUS because the amenities they offer including informative seminars, fun events and social gatherings – we especially loved the…
