Kirsty Smith

Kirsty Smith

Originally from Scotland, Kirsty Smith has a Master’s in languages and is a keen traveller. She is currently based in Zurich, Switzerland, where she is a language assistant for the British Council and also a freelance translator, proofreader and post-editor.

Friday, 25 May 2018 11:54

Coping with Swiss Bureaucracy

Roadblocks that I've encountered re-establishing my life abroad. 
Long-term adventures can be expensive. Here's how I make it work. 
Wednesday, 10 January 2018 13:48

Make the Most of Every Day Abroad

Make "one day" today. Here's why—and how. 
Wednesday, 22 November 2017 18:36

Working Where You Studied Abroad

Weighing the differences between my life as a student and my life as a professional in Switzerland. 
Wednesday, 04 October 2017 17:55

5 Surprising Habits of the Swiss

Life in Switzerland can be a shock to the system. . .but not if you're prepared.
Wednesday, 13 September 2017 11:22

Top 5 Weekend Trips to Take in Switzerland

Escape the grind of working abroad with a mini-adventure. 
Monday, 21 August 2017 04:00

Making the Most of Your New Home Abroad

Don't forget that you're a tourist as well as a local. 
Monday, 21 August 2017 03:56

The First Steps to Working Abroad

Here's what I've learned it takes to make it in a new country.