Expat Talk: Living in Paris, Beyond the Dream

A real conversation about work, relationships & finding your place in Paris. You moved to Paris. Now, how do you make it feel like home? Moving to Paris sounds like a dream, right? The charming streets, the café culture, the spontaneous glasses of wine… But let’s be real. Building a life abroad isn’t always as effortless as it looks on Instagram. Finding your people, navigating French work culture, building meaningful relationships, or simply figuring out where you belong can sometimes feel like a full-time job. And whether you’ve been here for six months or ten years, chances are you’ve asked yourself at least once: Am I really building the life I came here for? That’s exactly what we’re going to talk about. Join Jetlaggers for an intimate and interactive 90-minute workshop with Jordan Ishak and Mariel Sites, two expats who have spent over a decade building their lives, careers and relationships in France. What are we talking about? 💼 Finding your place at work Understanding French professional culture, navigating career challenges and building a network that actually opens doors. ❤️ Building meaningful connections From making real friends to navigating love and relationships abroad, let’s talk about the connections that make a place feel like home. ✨ Finding yourself along the way Who are you after years of living abroad? Where do you belong? And how do you create a life that truly feels like yours? Meet your hosts Jordan Ishak is a professional coach and former Chief Happiness Officer, helping individuals and teams navigate change, pressure and unfamiliar environments. Mariel Sites is a couples counsellor specialising in communication, connection and multicultural relationships. Both have lived in France for over a decade, built successul careers in Paris and experienced the ups and downs of expat life firsthand. Forget boring lectures. This is a space for honest conversations, real-life experiences, practical insights and the kind of questions we don’t always get to ask. Come as you are, share your experience, meet people who get it, and leave with fresh perspectives on your Parisian adventure. Because moving abroad is one thing. Building a life you love is another. ✈️ Ready to feel a little more at home in Paris? Join us and let’s figure it out together. Limited spots available to keep the experience personal and interactive.