CV photo: Tips for creating a picture that will leave an impression
An ideal photo for your CV is not about perfection but about how an HR representative sees a job seeker. You’d be surprised to learn how much of a difference a picture can make. In the end, it can be a deal breaker for inviting you for an interview.
This is, of course, a rather complex subject, as not everyone agrees that CVs should have a picture, but in some countries, like Germany, adding an image to a CV is a very common practice and we thus recommend you to have one as well.
4 uncomfortable truths about your job search in Germany
Let’s be honest: Building your career in Germany can be difficult. Especially as an international.
But as with every challenge in life, once we understand it, we can also overcome it. This is why in this blog post, we want to discuss 4 uncomfortable truths about your job search in Germany, and also point out how to solve them.
3 habits for your daily routine to reduce stress and live a healthier life
When was the last time you felt stressed? Or should we ask: When was the last time you didn’t feel stressed?
We all have gone through phases where we felt stressed and not always stress has to be something negative. Sometimes it actually helps us move things forward.
However, feeling constant stress can have many negative effects on our health. And the best thing to do about it, is to not wait until stress has taken over, but already look for ways to avoid it.
5 easy things you can do to grow a meaningful network
How many times have you been supported by someone in your network? Probably quite a few times. This is because having a network adds to our life’s in so many ways: it can give us more happiness, let us feel more supported, open new doors for us and even challenge ourselves. Especially within our careers, having a network can be a big game-changer.
But how can we make sure we build a meaningful network? In this article you’ll find 5 easy things we recommend you doing that won’t require too much effort but will bring big results. And you can use them to deepen existing relationships and foster new ones:
Do I need career coaching?
There are many situations in which getting a career coaching can have a big impact on your career. But what are those situations in which you might need career coaching?
To help you find an answer to this question, we put together the most important details on career coaching so that you know what it is all about and when it can make an actual difference for your career.
How a Stress Diary can benefit you in your career
We probably all have passed through stressful times that are directly related to our career at least once – no matter if it’s during the job hunt and having to deal with rejections, or already working at our dream job but facing almost impossible tasks that make us feel lost.
As stress is an inevitable part of our life, how can we avoid that it takes over too much of our energy? In this article, we’ll share with you an effective way to deal with stress and build a sustainable and long-lasting career.
How to power up the wording in your CV
If you take a look at your CV and think it is good but still missing that extra touch to make it great – then this article is just what you needed. Learn an easy and efficient way to power up your CV and feel more self-confident every time you send it out to companies […]
7 ingredients of storytelling for your pitch
Have you ever wondered why it seems that some people are just magically good at presenting themselves in front of others, for example at a job interview or a networking event? Luckily, they are no magicians – but what they all have in common is that they mastered the art of storytelling. Why is storytelling […]
Learn how Ernesto started his career in Germany
Our mission is to help people build their dream careers. And that starts with finding a job. Now doing that as an international talent is even more challenging. That is why we want to share all those tips and insights that can make a real difference in supporting you land a job in Germany faster. […]
