Business & Working
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Crypto in Spain: What Expats and Global Entrepreneurs Need to Know
With a vibrant tech culture, Mediterranean lifestyle, and rising Web3 awareness, Spain is attracting a growing number of foreigners, many of whom are building or managing wealth through crypto.
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Building Your Professional Network in Barcelona
When it comes to work, can you live in Barcelona and still focus on building your professional career?
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Is Standing at Your Desk Actually Better than Sitting?
Many workplaces have adopted sit-stand desks, which allow you to sit down or stand up with the push of a button or lever, to reduce the harms of prolonged sitting. But how much better is standing?
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4-Day Work Week Trials Have Been Labeled a “Resounding Success”
Hopes of the 4-day week becoming reality have been buoyed by glowing reports of the success of four-day week trials, in which employers have reported cutting hours but maintaining productivity. But it’s still not clear whether the model would work.
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Workplace Romance: Four Questions to Ask Yourself before Dating Someone from the Office
In the digital age, online dating and swiping right are the status quo for romance. Practically gone are the days of meeting “the one” in a pub. But what about flirting by the water cooler or over Zoom?
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Paws for Thought: The Pros and Cons of a Pet-Friendly Office
Pets can bring benefits to the workplace, including reducing stress and increasing job satisfaction. But there are risks, hazards and concerns that must be considered for a pet-friendly workplace to be inclusive, equitable and sustainable.
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What Exactly Are Blockchain and Bitcoin?
If you’re not sure what blockchain and Bitcoin are, you’re not alone. Many people get the general gist of what a digital currency implies, but don’t want to admit that they don’t understand the specifics.
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Why It Makes Good Business Sense to Hire People with Disabilities
Job applicants who live with disabilities represent a largely untapped sector of the workforce—unemployment rates among these workers tend to be about double that of non-disabled workers, with comparable age and education levels.
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Photo courtesy of Lucy Bolin.
Lucy Bolin, Coach
Fellow expat Lucy Bolin shares with us the thrills and challenges she faced as a foreigner living, studying and working in six countries.
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There’s a Gay Wage Gap—and It’s Linked to Discrimination
The wage gaps that exists between men and women and between white and black people have received a lot of attention in recent years. But there’s another wage gap that tends to be overlooked—between heterosexuals and LGBT+ people.
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Roman Martin, photo courtesy of EKMH Innovators.
Interview: Serial Entrepreneur, Artist & Writer Roman Martin
Guest contributor Erin Hobey shares with us an interview with serial entrepreneur, philosopher, artist, activist, speaker, neuroscientist, economist and angel investor Roman Martin.
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Jodie Sclare and Josh Bumgardner: Founders of FunTalk
Jodie Sclare and Josh Bumgardner explain how their language centre FunTalk was created, and prove that learning a language can be fun.
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David Jane: CEO of Drivemebarcelona.com
The CEO of Drivemebarcelona.com shares his experience of registering and financing his businesses in Barcelona.
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Tony Anagor: CEO and Founder of Lifestyle Barcelona
Tony Anagor is the founder and CEO of Lifestyle Barcelona, a company that has organised activities and corporate events in Barcelona since 2003.
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Alicia Verdugo: Founder of Visioncore
Alicia Verdugo takes us through her journey of ophthalmology and founding her clinic her in Barcelona.
Business events
International Filmmakers & Actors Gala 2025
Barcelona’s biggest film networking gala returns June 26. Join 500+ creatives for live pitches, a job fair, and a surprise VIP guest at L’Estació Espai Gastronòmic. Pitch, network, and celebrate the cinematic arts.
Jun 26, 2025
Connecting Ecosystems at Barcelona Finance Hub
Barcelona Finance Hub bridges the gap between Barcelona’s homegrown startup scene and global founders, builders and innovators. Pitch your company, meet fellow entrepreneurs and network with speed dating and the city's connectors!
Jul 9, 2025
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4YFN 2026
4YFN is a startup event that brings together the world’s largest exhibitions from within the mobile industry. Its goal is to support startups, investors and companies, helping them to connect and launch new ventures together.
Mar 2, 2026Mar 5, 2026
