Today we went to our first cours de preparation pour naissance (birth preparation course) with one of our hospital's puéricultrices (children's doctor). This is an optional class that is covered by social security and I definitely recommend you taking advantage of it! We ended up being a group of about 8 women and 2 men - nice that my husband was not the only man in … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2011
Learn French Easily with Online French Language Lessons
A couple weeks ago I mentioned that I wanted to get back into improving my French. I began reading the newspaper each morning and watching more television. I wanted to start back up with my Pimsleur audio series, but I am too scatterbrained right now (last month of pregnancy) to really focus on its lessons. I came across the FrenchPod101 last week and am really enjoying it, … [Read more...]
Tips for Women Entrepreneurs in France for Starting a Business
When starting a business in France, it is important to solidify your business idea, register it with the appropriate offices and find a support group. Be prepared for obstacles and be open to advice from other French business women. Finding a job in France is getting even more difficult. The headlines in our local paper a few days ago stated that unemployment has risen … [Read more...]
Obstacles to Starting a Business in France
It is not a secret that starting a business in France is a challenge. There was an article on CNN Money about how talented young entrepreneurs are leaving France to open their doors in more business-friendly areas, such as Silicone Valley, CA. My husband even tried to convince me that we should move to the UK! There are many theories to why entrepreneurs are leaving France, … [Read more...]
Choosing a Business Legal Structure in France for Starting a Business
Choosing a business legal structure in France for starting a business is no simple task. There is so much to know about the different legal business types in France that it is impossible to fit it all in this little blog post. I will expand on each business structure in the future because this is a very interesting topic for women wanting to start a business in France. The … [Read more...]