Career Strategy
Long-term career planning, positioning and strategic decisions for your professional path.
53 questionsIs a speculative application worth it?
Yes — especially with preferred employers. A well-researched speculative application with a concrete value proposition has a significantly higher s…
What is the difference between dismissal and a termination agreement?
A crucial difference for the job search. Dismissal by the employer or your own resignation is unilateral — with employer dismissal, you are entitle…
What is a works council and what can it do for me as an applicant?
The works council (Betriebsrat) is the elected employee representation in companies with 5+ employees (BetrVG Section 1, Q043). Directly relevant f…
What is a career coach and do I need one?
A career coach supports professional decisions and development through structured coaching — not an advisor who tells you what to do, but a compani…
What is a non-compete clause and does it apply after my resignation?
A post-contractual non-compete clause (Sections 74–75d HGB) prohibits you from working for a competitor after the end of your employment relationsh…
What is a probationary period review and how do I prepare?
The probationary period review (usually after 3 months) is your first formal performance checkpoint. During the probationary period (§ 622 BGB Q035…
What should I do if I don't receive a response to my application?
After 2 weeks without a response: Follow up once politely by email ('I applied for position X on [date] and would like to enquire whether my applic…
What to do about workplace bullying when you are still job hunting?
Taking parallel action is possible and advisable. Legal basis: AGG §3 protects against harassment based on discriminatory motives. ArbSchG §5 oblig…
How do I apply for projects as a freelancer?
Freelancer applications differ fundamentally: Instead of a CV, prepare a portfolio with project references (3-5 concrete cases with outcomes). Comm…
How do I apply for jobs after completing an apprenticeship?
After your apprenticeship, you have more options than you think. The ESCO classification shows that German vocational training qualifications are h…
How do I apply for jobs in Germany when I'm over 50?
Yes, the market is open — but you need the right strategy. BA skills shortage analysis and Cedefop: Germany is short of 1.7+ million skilled worker…
How do I apply for nursing positions in Bavaria?
Bavaria has one of Germany's most acute nursing staff shortages — BA skills shortage analysis 2024 and EURES 2024 confirm: Bavarian care facilities…
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