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Personal development and competencies

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Read about personal development and competencies:

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29. okt. 2026

Does your manager understand a word you’re saying?

You can be right without being heard. When insights are not clearly linked to objectives, risks and priorities, specialists and managers can easily end up talking past each other. Learn how to make your expertise relevant where decisions are made.

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22. okt. 2026

How to use the last hour before an important meeting

Forget the panic and last-minute rehearsals. Use the final hour before your meeting to find your calm and be fully present, with a simple checklist.

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14. okt. 2026

Specialist Assessment tool

Are you a subject-matter expert, or are you already using your expertise at a more strategic level? Take IDA’s Specialist Assessment tool to gain insight into your specialist role, your development opportunities and your next career step.

Article

17. sep. 2026

Why soft skills matter for your STEM-career

Technical skills are no longer enough. Discover the soft skills that can help you stay relevant, work effectively with AI and turn your expertise into real impact.

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16. sep. 2026

Have you lost track? 7 techniques to get it back

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your tasks and find it difficult to keep track of everything? Here are 7 useful techniques that can help you get your tasks under control.

Article

13. aug. 2026

You’re busy - but are you actually wasting your time?

Busy all day but still getting nowhere? Discover what causes mental waste and how to regain focus and a sense of purpose at work.

Article

13. aug. 2026

Want to grow as a specialist? Start with these 5 questions

Ask yourself these five questions to gain clarity on where you create the most value and how you can develop your role more intentionally.

Article

19. jun. 2026

Stay in control when your workload starts to pile up

Are you tired of feeling like your workload is getting out of control? Discover how AI tools can become your new ally in managing pressure, improving productivity and reducing stress.

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19. jun. 2026

Back from holiday? Is it time to rethink your specialist role?

Are you dreading your return to work? Did your holiday give you the space to realise that something no longer feels right? Perhaps it is not your job that you are tired of. Perhaps it is the way you work and the way your expertise is being used.

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19. jun. 2026

Why your Danish manager asks: “What do you think?”

Does your Danish manager answer your questions with “What do you think?” Discover what this common question really means - and how to respond with confidence.

Article

4. jun. 2026

Use AI to reduce workload and stress

AI can be a practical assistant in a busy working life. Learn how to use the technology to create structure, prioritize tasks, and work more efficiently – without compromising your well-being.

Article

6. maj 2026

Why do you stay silent in meetings?

Do you often keep your thoughts to yourself, even when you have something important to say? Learn why it happens -and how to overcome uncertainty and speak up with more confidence.

Article

25. mar. 2026

Are you an invisible specialist?

Being a strong specialist is not just about technical expertise—you also need to communicate your knowledge and make your contributions visible. Here is how you gain recognition and create visible impact.

Article

24. mar. 2026

Networking is not about being social — it’s about being useful

In complex organisations, the strongest networks are not built through small talk, but through relevance.

Article

23. feb. 2026

What is personal impact? And why don’t I have it?

Personal impact is all about the ability to step up, be heard, and earn respect. But what does it take for others to perceive you as impactful? Here are 5 tips to help you stand out.

Article

2. feb. 2026

The invisible rule you need to understand in Danish workplaces

You’re expected to take initiative in Danish workplaces – but not to stand out alone. Learn how to balance contribution and collaboration, build trust, and succeed in a flat hierarchy without misreading the unspoken rules.

Article

2. feb. 2026

The power of saying no at work

Many of us hesitate when we have to say no to a colleague or manager who asks for help. But often, it’s the right thing to do. Here are six practical tips and examples to help you say no in a good way.

Article

13. jan. 2026

The key to thriving in Danish workplaces

Danish work culture is built on trust, autonomy - and initiative. Managers expect you to speak up, act, and learn from mistakes. For internationals, understanding this “hidden contract” is key to thriving at work.

Article

15. dec. 2025

Test yourself for impostor syndrome

Do you ever feel like a fraud in your working life, even though your colleagues see you as skilled and competent? Our quiz helps you discover whether you experience impostor syndrome, so you can take the first steps toward managing it.

Article

10. nov. 2025

The hidden rules of trust in Danish workplaces

In Denmark, trust at work doesn’t begin with your manager. It begins with your colleagues.

Article

8. sep. 2025

Have you become too good at your job?

When you become too good at your job, you risk falling into a competence trap: You’re indispensable in a role you no longer want. Learn how to break the pattern and open new doors in your career.

Article

18. aug. 2025

5 hidden cultural codes at work

Avoid conflicts, misunderstandings, and missed potential in your workplace. Discover five cultural codes in Danish work life—and how to handle them..

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18. aug. 2025

Are you being overlooked, even though you’re the expert?

Are colleagues bypassing you even though you’re the expert? Likeability can be just as important as competence. Discover 3 ways to become more approachable and ensure your knowledge gets noticed.

Article

27. jun. 2025

Do you know how to manage your manager?

In Denmark, leadership is less about titles and more about collaboration and influence. Learn how to navigate upward communication and manage expectations in a system where initiative is expected from all, regardless of role.

Article

3. jun. 2025

Flat hierarchy in Denmark - or just invisible?

Danish workplaces feel relaxed and informal - but for internationals, the unwritten rules can be confusing. Learn how to navigate flat hierarchies and decode the invisible structures behind the friendly surface.

Article

29. apr. 2025

Test yourself: Do you have impact?

Do you make an impression in meetings? Can you step forward and be heard? Are you good at maintaining your authority in stressful situations? Take our quiz to find out – and get tips on how to strengthen your personal impact.

Article

29. apr. 2025

Why collaboration fails – even in skilled teams

Collaboration isn’t just about competence – it’s about shared expectations. Still, collaboration breaks down. Why? Because expectations differ – and most of them go unspoken.

Article

21. nov. 2024

A catalyst walks into a bar…

Don’t we all love STEM jokes? We should. But jokes, just like communicating technical concepts, require an understanding of your audience. Find out how to avoid talking over your listeners’ heads and to tailor your message so it hits the mark.

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22. okt. 2026

How to use the last hour before an important meeting

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14. okt. 2026

Specialist Assessment tool

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17. sep. 2026

Why soft skills matter for your STEM-career

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16. sep. 2026

Have you lost track? 7 techniques to get it back

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13. aug. 2026

You’re busy - but are you actually wasting your time?

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13. aug. 2026

Want to grow as a specialist? Start with these 5 questions

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19. jun. 2026

Stay in control when your workload starts to pile up

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19. jun. 2026

Back from holiday? Is it time to rethink your specialist role?

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19. jun. 2026

Why your Danish manager asks: “What do you think?”

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4. jun. 2026

Use AI to reduce workload and stress

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6. maj 2026

Why do you stay silent in meetings?

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25. mar. 2026

Are you an invisible specialist?

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24. mar. 2026

Networking is not about being social — it’s about being useful

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23. feb. 2026

What is personal impact? And why don’t I have it?

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2. feb. 2026

The invisible rule you need to understand in Danish workplaces

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2. feb. 2026

The power of saying no at work

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13. jan. 2026

The key to thriving in Danish workplaces

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15. dec. 2025

Test yourself for impostor syndrome

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10. nov. 2025

The hidden rules of trust in Danish workplaces

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8. sep. 2025

Have you become too good at your job?

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18. aug. 2025

5 hidden cultural codes at work

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18. aug. 2025

Are you being overlooked, even though you’re the expert?

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27. jun. 2025

Do you know how to manage your manager?

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3. jun. 2025

Flat hierarchy in Denmark - or just invisible?

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29. apr. 2025

Test yourself: Do you have impact?

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29. apr. 2025

Why collaboration fails – even in skilled teams

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21. nov. 2024

A catalyst walks into a bar…