Events
Sojourn Talent convenes small, structured gatherings in New York for internationally mobile professionals navigating career transitions during global assignments. These sessions provide space for informed peer exchange, practical discussion, and connection across sectors — including government, multilateral institutions, academia, and the private sector.
Join our community to attend and to learn about future events.
Monday, June 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
Online Seminar: Learning to Learn — Adapt. Grow. Thrive.
Join us for a free live webinar hosted by Sojourn Talent. Grounded in the latest neuroscience research, this session explores how your brain pays attention, builds memories, and forms lasting habits — and why safe, socially connected learning environments are the key to real transformation. You will leave with practical strategies to understand how learning works, sustain your energy without burnout, and adopt simple habits that help you learn faster and more easily. Our speaker, Symbat Satybaldieva— data analyst, instructional designer, STEM trainer, and business consultant — brings international expertise and brain-based teaching methods together in one engaging hour.
Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 10:30 AM
Member Coffee in New Jersey
Join us for informal monthly coffees where members can connect, exchange ideas, explore opportunities, and build meaningful professional and personal relationships. Whether you are newly arrived or have been in NYC and area for years, Sojourn coffees offer a welcoming space to share experiences and learn from others navigating internationally mobile lives.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST
Networking Tips and Tricks
Building a network in a new city or country can feel daunting, but it is often one of the most valuable investments you can make during an international posting.
Join Jeff Sigel, leadership advisor, executive coach, and author of The Middle Matters, for an interactive discussion on networking with purpose and confidence. Drawing on more than 20 years of leadership experience across major organizations and his work coaching professionals at all stages of their careers, Jeff will share practical strategies for building authentic connections, approaching networking conversations, maintaining relationships over time, and turning your network into a valuable source of support and opportunity. (Jeff Sigel Coaching)
Whether you are actively job searching, exploring new interests, launching a project, or simply looking to expand your community, this session will offer practical tips and a chance to learn from others’ experiences.
Come with your questions, experiences, and ideas. New members are always welcome.