How to Ace Your Job Interview in Berlin. What to Say, What to Skip, and How to Negotiate Your Salary
You’ve polished your CV and tailored your cover letter. Now you have an interview at a Berlin company, and the nerves kick in. Job interviews are challenging anywhere, but now in a new city, in a second language, this amplifies the pressure. You want to come across as confident, prepared, and likable. The good news […]
CV Mistakes That Get Internationals Rejected in Berlin
Moving to Berlin for an English-speaking role? Your CV might be sabotaging your chances before recruiters even see your qualifications. Berlin’s international job market sits at the intersection of German business culture and global startup culture, and getting the balance wrong means instant rejection. In this article I share a series of practical tips, many […]
How to Get a Job in Berlin. A Practical Guide for International Professionals
Berlin companies receive hundreds —sometimes thousands— of applications per role. Most are rejected for simple reasons: Candidates ignore instructions, send generic CVs, list tasks instead of results, or fail to adapt their application to the local market. This guide explains what actually works. You’ll learn how Berlin employers evaluate candidates, how to structure your CV […]
Thriving in Transition: Part 1 – Know Your Rights as an Employee
Article by Stephen Nock— Did you know that Germany offers some of the strongest worker protections in Europe? For foreigners, the opportunity to work in Germany often comes with attractive benefits, many of which are more robust than what they’re used to in their home country. 1. Know Your Rights as an Employee Overview 2. […]
Berlin Work Culture 101. What to Expect & How to Adapt
Berlin is not only a vibrant cultural hub but also a thriving professional landscape. Whether you’re moving to Berlin for a job, starting your own business, or exploring freelance opportunities, understanding the local work culture is key to succeeding in this dynamic city. In this guide, we’ll break down what to expect from Berlin’s work […]
Breaking Into Berlin’s Job Market. Strategies for Success
Berlin is not an easy job market. It’s crowded, international, slow-moving, and unforgiving with generic candidates. Most people that fail here think they lack skills, but what actually happens is that they really misunderstand how hiring actually works in Berlin. This guide focuses on what moves the needle: positioning, targeting, and execution, not motivation. How […]