She was 30. A lawyer. Living abroad. And ready to start over.
That’s when Monika Ruseva made a choice that many admire—but few actually make.
She left behind the courtroom. And walked straight into HR.
No map. No network. No guarantees.
What followed wasn’t a straight line. But it was a masterclass in reinvention.
After years across Berlin, Prague, and Munich, Monika landed in Luxembourg—a place she calls her “sweet spot.” A quiet mix of international pulse and personal possibility.
But moving countries is one thing. Shifting careers is another.
Especially when you’re told you’re too late, too niche, too bold.
So she got strategic. Amazon became her pivot point. There, she didn’t just learn HR—she learned how to learn. How to lead. How to listen.
Now? She’s President of The Network, empowering professional women across Luxembourg. And she’s not just hosting events—she’s building pathways. Data-driven. Member-focused. Boldly collaborative.
What’s next for the workplace? Monika sees the tension: structure vs. flexibility, output vs. autonomy. But she’s clear on this:
Retention won’t be won with perks. It’ll be won with purpose.
As for Luxembourg—many come for two years and stay for ten. Not because it’s perfect. But because it grows on you. If you let it.
Monika’s advice for new arrivals?
Learn French early. Build your network. And don’t wait to feel at home—make yourself at home.
Her story isn’t just about changing jobs.
It’s about rewriting the narrative. Quietly, persistently, powerfully.
Because growth isn’t always loud. But it is always brave.
