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Being childish is too often taken as an insult. Why actually? There is hardly anyone who exudes more unbridled creativity and overflows with ideas than kindergarten children. What we can learn from them. Why we should learn from children The fact is: Precisely because children are bursting with unbridled creativity, we should follow their example...
If you're short on time and want to relax with your family, you should consider a short vacation to the amusement park. It offers options for every taste and even luxurious dinner shows. Why a Relaxing Getaway Can Work Wonders for the Family Spending quality time with family is an essential aspect of relationships within any...
In the past, when a child expressed an interest in a job, it was the parent's responsibility to ensure that he or she took up that job. This is usually no longer the case today. But far too often parents have a say in career choices. The Influence of Parents on Career Choices Parents have a major impact onā¦
When both partners want to pursue a career, it is often difficult. After all, a high degree of flexibility and usually also mobility are mandatory in many jobs today. How can a double career be shaped when there are still children? Dual career: There are two variants A study by the German Youth Institute (DJI) identified two variants for the dual career of the future. Theā¦
Television formats such as "Super-Nanny" show that there is a broad interest in the topic of child rearing and childcare in Germany. What is the job profile and starting a business as a childminder? The Rabenmutter discussion ā a German problem? Whether children should be brought up exclusively by their own mother or whether they should not just as well, at least temporarily, be brought up by aā¦
The SĆ¼ddeutsche Zeitung reports today on the theses of our author Armin Himmelrath: He wants to do away with homework. And based on Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® Why. Why does homework have to be? How do you learn well and properly in school? By viewing and trying things out ā and by doing homework. Many parents, teachers and students think so. Only: That...
Best of HR Berufebilder.de-Author Frank Heinrich, former company spokesman for SAT.1 and advisor to the Prime Ministers Office in Luxembourg, pointed out the gap between aspiration and reality in the German education system. An example from Sweden shows that problems need to be addressed much earlier. Germany: educational misery instead of an educational location On the one hand, the educational locationā¦
The quantified self movement is gaining more and more followers worldwide. It's no wonder that children are already enthusiastic about this trend. I found a blatant example of this in Estonia. Main argument: self-optimization I admit it: The enthusiasm for measuring oneself in every detail and pursuing self-improvement is simply a little scary for me - even if the...
Many behavioral patterns that we learned as children still have an effect as adults. And then we suddenly act like little kids in the office. Help, a communication gap Ms. Beermann came to me because she found the working relationship with her long-term superior to be very problematic and stressful and wanted to find out for herself whether she would...
While numerous EU countries are recording a resurgence in the birth rate, Germany remains one of the "baby blues" taillights in a global comparison with one of the highest proportions of permanently childless women. What are the reasons? Level of education often decisive for family planning In addition to the general tendency towards isolation in society, the level of education, career breaks in the curriculum vitae and personal demands on the role of parent areā¦
Women often lack awareness of their own abilities - and accordingly they are afraid to delegate work. It hurts her career. 3 examples show how it can be done better. What does the former head of state say about the compatibility of work and family? A while ago, when I was interviewing former Icelandic President Vigdis FinnbogadĆ³ttir, my firstā¦
Quotas for women and equal rights are always the subject of heated debates. But neither in our job nor in our private lives are we as far along as many think. Insights into personnel selection in a German company. Open letter to a HR manager Edition F recently featured a sensational open letter from reader Anne-Lu. I became aware...
Modern business tools can help in coaching to achieve goals. The following case study shows how this works. Helping customers achieve their goals āBusiness English & Cultureā is a boutique agency from the Hildesheim area that supports managers of global companies in creating working environments in which employees and teams can develop their strengths. To the wideā¦
At a time when the pressure to perform and succeed seems to be constantly increasing, more and more people feel overwhelmed and burned out in their work. How is burnout manifested? Those affected by burnout often feel listless or tired, lack drive and are emotionally indifferent. At the same time, they suffer from insomnia and can hardly concentrate. Some sufferers also have various physical symptomsā¦
Already blogged today?! No? How criminal! ;-) Because the blog is now one of the most important marketing tools for companies and self-employed people who do inbound marketing. This is the only way you can effectively convince the web user of your expert knowledge and your performance. 5 tips for blog articles that are actually read With what I read on the internet every day, however, I have toā¦
When people hear "small talk," they think they actually need to talk. This mistranslation leads to them talking too much, even nagging themselves. It doesn't have to be! The more insecure people are, the more they talk! The more insecure many people are, the more they talk, the harder they fall...
There is a lot of discussion about the future of work. An important factor here: the right tools. And you have to think as big as possible, then completely different work is possible - for example with holographic screens and mobile kitchens. Dream working devices of the future I've been experimenting with various mobile working devices for a long time. I was really satisfied...
A good education and diligence are no longer the guarantors for a career. What is needed above all is creativity, which ensures the survival of a company even in difficult situations. we will tell you how you can use simple means to promote your creativity. Make a career through creativity Peter B.'s department wants to develop a new product onā¦
Do you have to be a compensation and benefits expert to be able to read a salary range from job references? No, because with the necessary specialist knowledge you can even name an exact house number. The qualified job reference A qualified job reference is a document that contains both the form and the completeness of information about the position and theā¦
Starting a career for humanities scholars has traditionally been difficult. However, digitization also offers new opportunities. And can a doctorate make it easier to look for a job or does it even make it more difficult? It's all a matter of perspective Children answer the question often asked by those around them, "What do you want to be when you grow up?", mostly with...
Data protection is not only a matter for the boss, but everyone is responsible and liable for compliance. This applies to small, medium or large companies as well as to the self-employed. Ignorance does not protect against punishment When it comes to data protection, ignorance or non-observance does not protect against punishment - and in an emergency, this can endanger the existence of a company. For companies it isā¦
Burnout situations can be prevented - but require a change in our behavior. Concrete measures for this can be surprisingly simple. Why work can make you ill Today's working and living environment demands a lot from us. Technology not only has a supportive effect, but also makes many of us driven. Whoever reads Miriam Meckle's CV,ā¦
That's the thing with prejudice. Disproved for a long time, they still persist. Albert Einstein already knew: "It is easier to split an atomic nucleus than a prejudice." As a freelance travel consultant, I can only confirm that: most people still believe that holidays with me are more expensive than with travel agencies. To advise customers,ā¦
Correct breathing helps against stress and anxiety, improves performance and can cure diseases such as asthma. How exactly does this work? How Breathing Changes Life In 1997 I was an executive in a company, but my health had been poor since childhood because I had asthma. My identity was based on deficits: I wasā¦
Retraining or further professional development always makes sense, regardless of age. The right attitude is crucial. Why learning in old age is worthwhile When an older colleague makes a mistake at work, the blame is easily placed on their age. Social prejudices play a big role in such a situation and help learning...
There are many people who worry about justifications and explanations on a resume. Don't let the past dictate your future. Now you face the big challenge. You have to come to terms with your vita and make the best of it. Please look ahead Are there episodes or gaps inā¦
DĆ¼sseldorf is certainly one of the most underestimated cities in Germany. Notorious as a pure business city, it still has some rustic charm. How is this reflected in the meeting locations? Trade fair and congress city DĆ¼sseldorf Of course, the hotels in the trade fair city focus strongly on business clientele. In the CCD Congress Center DĆ¼sseldorf alone, 29 major events took place last yearā¦
08In good times, it's easy to talk and write about meaning. When nerves are on edge in difficult times, it shows who is serious about it and for whom corporate ethics is just pure marketing communication. Crisis as an opportunity is not well received Declaring crises as opportunities may be correct in terms of content, but it happens to people...
Empathy is our ability to empathize with someone's thoughts and feelings. How can empathy help us to become more resilient and therefore more successful and happier? Empathy Helps Us Change Perspective The importance of this skill, both in professional and personal settings, is explained in the remarkable book Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman...
Manuel Andrack, Grimme Prize winner and known from the Harald Schmidt Show, explains in an interview how one can fill one's head with wandering and why some IT millionaires first have to learn how to walk. We met on a hiking tour at Lake Baldeney in Essen. Manuel Andrack, born in Cologne, studied theatre, film and television studies, German and art history. He worked asā¦
Coaches and career advisors are a dime a dozen. Some are excellent, others not so much and in many cases it is important that the consultant can support you individually with his qualifications. 10 tips to find the best help. Why a Career Advisor Success, secure income, satisfaction - that's what most people want from...
Sustainable, long-term thinking and acting is also becoming increasingly important for companies. The highlight: companies also benefit financially through more sales. We'll show you how. How sustainability and profitability fit together As with the hero in the Shire in Lord of the Rings, our story also begins with the perfect world. At the end of last year when I...
Working where others go on holiday, as a workation, and slowing down at the same time? We present the best locations. 1. Berne: Workation in the Swiss capital with numerous possibilities for excursions A great location for a workation in the city, eg also as an extended stay in combination with a business trip, is Berne. Surrounded by mountains and lakes, the Swissā¦
"You just need to do more networking!" This tip is heard by many who are stuck in their careers or are stagnating in business. At a time when more and more people are competing for the same thing, targeted relationship maintenance is a decisive factor for success. 1. You always meet twice in life The career of a successful professional takesā¦
Working in start-ups sounds trendy and offers creative opportunities, while corporate jobs promise the greatest possible security. Which alternative is more attractive for employees and what should you consider when making your choice? 7 tips at a glance. Small businesses vs. XXL companies: 7 differences According to the figures, medium-sized companies are the backbone of the German economy and specialists without a university degree alsoā¦
Many people have ideas worth millions. They believe their new product or service will make them rich and make all their dreams come true. But there is a catch. Entrepreneurs instead of employees The problem is that most people don't know how to turn their million-dollar idea into an actual million. Whyā¦
For companies, innovation means trying new things. But new things are also error-prone. Dealing with mistakes is therefore crucial for a successful and innovative future. So companies need an error culture. Mistakes have consequences Mistakes are bad! Even as children, everyone learned: They have consequences, usually an immediate "punishment", but above all negative ones...
Every person follows certain life motives and values āāthat guide them. And everyone should know what they are. How We Gain Insights About Us Although most people are not used to thinking about human behavior from a life motives perspective, knowing our 16 life motives can help them gain insights into whoā¦
We like people who are similar to us more. And likeable people can convince us better. A simple truth ā what does brain research say about this? The perfect match? The web is full of amazing people looking for other similarly attractive, successful, like-minded people who want to find their perfect life partner.Maybe it's aā¦
Everyone knows these guys who make success look easy. But is this talent really innate, or is it perhaps the result of hard work? High school athlete Micheno Lawrence was a sprinter on my high school team. The son of Jamaican parents, he was short and plump, and the mesh shirt he wore like some of his other Jamaican teammates...
Laughing companies pursue winning strategies. They are lively and vibrate in a wonderfully positive way. Your employees are full of life, fit as a fiddle, highly motivated and willing from the bottom of their hearts to give their all for the company. The future can only be achieved with such high-performance teams. Laughing companies magically attract the best In laughing companies, there is a buzz of fun, a greenhouse climate...
Peter Fischer is an exceptional phenomenon in every respect: as a German winemaker in the Provence wine region, as an entrepreneur who consistently goes his own way away from mass taste - and as a person who simply has the peace and quiet. Learned the winegrowing trade abroad The winegrower, who comes from BĆ¼hl near Baden Baden, developed innovative, entrepreneurial thinking practically inā¦
Nudging is the idea of āāgently navigating people toward better decisions simply by changing their environment. 3 professional application areas. Why changes caused by micromanagement have to fail Change management has been omnipresent in everyday business for a long time and numerous methods have already been developed to implement upcoming change processes as well as possible. But one thing always gets punishable...
For many people, the word "vocation" is a very powerful word. They think of the high demands that must be met by those who are called upon to do so. But is the calling really only granted to intellectual greats like Einstein or called ones like Buddha? Everyone has a calling Isn't the intuitive mind a gift, a seventh...
People around us lie very often. But how can one recognize the deceptions? 3 steps to the truth. How One Investor Debunked the Big Lie Steve Marks, a Northern California venture capitalist, walked into the CEO's office in the fall of 2005 with a good feeling. He was a guest at a young, up-and-coming company forā¦
We all have fears. That is normal. The question is how to deal with them. This also applies to bosses, who should take the fears of their employees seriously. 1. Don't laugh at my fears. They are frighteningly real. But you can help me by trying to take me seriously. I have an employee who...
When one door closes on us, a new one opens. This also applies in working life. If the previous job can no longer be practiced due to illness, an accident or a lack of future prospects, this is initially devastating. However, once the message has been digested, an opportunity can be seen in it: the opportunity to risk a new start through retraining.ā¦
Studies say: People who read with focus and concentration are more successful, earn more and live longer. How do busy people like Bill Gates, Barack Obama or Oprah Winfrey find time for regular reading? 7 tips. Waren Buffet's top tip: read 500 pages a day Put aside your excuses to start reading: when successful people have specificā¦
Rhetoric expert Michael Moesslang took a closer look at Barrack Obama's speech on the death of Osama bin Laden and found it to be a masterpiece of rhetoric. In his text he explains why! Politically correct, morally questionable? It was not an easy task for Barrack Obama. On the one hand, he was allowed to tell the Americans about the victory over Public Enemy No. 1,ā¦
Torsten Montag is a consultant, Internet entrepreneur and author of the book āBrainwashing the employment office: accusing the unemployed ā 77 harassment by the employment agency.ā. In an interview, he reports on harassment of the unemployed ā and how it could be done better. Torsten Montag first completed an apprenticeship as a tax clerk, then he studied business administration with a focus on tax law. He has been advising start-ups since 2004.ā¦
If you want to change your life and your job, you have to approach the topic systematically. 4 steps help to tackle the topic. The example Some readers of my publications sometimes ask me if they can contact the participants in the practical cases presented. You recognize similarities and would like to connect with the person on a social network. This is obvious...
Body language has more influence on our competent appearance than many would like. And unfortunately, in the struggle for power, men and women play by different rules. Men have a career, women have a family? Women still have a hard time in the male world we live in. Men make a career, women make a family, says an evil saying.ā¦
Donald Trump moved into the White House as the 45th President of the United States of America. One thing was quickly clear: If the fear of his provocative statements is put aside, a lot can be learned from it in terms of communication technology. Blunt Statements In the beginning there was certainly this consideration: whether it is good for the world or how bad it will be...
Even if social issues hardly ever come up in TV duels before elections, they are no less urgent. Take unemployment, for example: For those affected, a termination is often much more than just a financial loss; long-term unemployment in particular can have serious effects. TV duel and urgent social issues In the TV duel between Angela Merkel and Martin Schulzā¦
Actually, it goes without saying that one behaves well and is polite, especially at work. Of course you shouldn't put up with everything, but the old rule applies: if you're polite, you have a clear advantage, especially when it comes to your career. 8 tips! Where there is communication, misunderstandings arise. Everyone probably already has that...
Numerous emigrant programs on television make you want to live abroad permanently: Just get away, the better life is already waiting. But what are the legal and tax hurdles? It gets difficult, especially with wealth! Paradise in the low-tax country? Granted, the thought sounds downright tempting; just pack up your tents in Germany and start a new life...
The clichĆ© goes: āWomen are interested in fashion, hair, diet and relationships. Men for salary, business, status, influence." Unfortunately, there is a lot of truth in that. And everyone gets what they are interested in. How can companies realize their desire for higher salaries? Have you thought about a raise? The desire for more salary throws manyā¦
The public service offers a wide range of employment and career opportunities ā you just have to know about them. We show 5 job opportunities how to apply to state or municipal institutions. Employ in the public sector - a job with many facets "Friday from 1 everyone does their own" - this phrase is often used when it comes to...
Lost zest for life because fears and depression are stronger than your daily motivation to even get up? It doesn't have to be, because you can simply change your thinking. Using the power of thought and cognitive therapy for depression One of the best methods is cognitive therapy. I would like to give you a small example of how she can help you...
"Well, have you been productive at home?" Working from home doesn't have to be a career killer! 5 tips on how to work demonstrably efficiently and successfully in the home office. Attractive counterbalance to everyday office life Wake up and prepare for work in peace ā without hectic, traffic jams and noise. Sounds great right? With the home office regulation, modern work arrangements create an attractive balance...
Many companies give away the potential of highly qualified specialists because they still do not provide enough support for young mothers to return to work. But you too can do something to promote the growth of a good relationship with the employer. Parental leave in companies: the current situation After parental leave is before parental leave, right? Incorrect. If it's always...
The classic office has had its day, it's time we completely rethink work - with the right office design. Rethinking work - with the right office design From pre-industrial times to work in factories to the modern office: the way we work has changed again and again over time...
Edwin Kisuto is a Maasai. He lived a life as a shepherd and a nomad and in simple, windowless huts. The fact that he was forced to go to school by the police changed his life. A report on the dichotomy between traditional and modern. From the straw hut to the eMail Maasai huts are simple: two straw bedsā¦
Health is an increasingly important industry, so here we go into the healthcare in its various facets. The various study options In the following you will find information about the study options and content, career prospects after graduation and finally a suitable link tip with a university and study program database. In the field of professions and courses thatā¦
If you want to be rich, financially independent and free, you have to think carefully about what that means for you. This also means setting priorities and making decisions. Financially independent like Keanu Reeves Canadian actor Keanu Reeves (Matrix, John Wick) is said to be one of the few down-to-earth stars in the film business. If you hisā¦
Everyone talks about integration problems, nobody talks about how bad bureaucracy and working conditions for teachers work. A field report. Working conditions of an honorary teacher Hello, I'm Susanne Hausner. This is of course a pseudonym. Because I am writing here about my work as a German teacher in an integration course at a further education institution in North Rhine-Westphalia. I teach 26-30 hours a week...
High-flyers are people to whom everything seems to succeed by itself. But there is hard work behind it ā and a high degree of self-regulation. What do Musk, Gates or Bezos have in common? Particularly successful people like Bill Gates, Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos have one thing in common - they are high achievers. But the good news is that we...
There is a social paradigm shift in the world of work. Jobs in the luxury industry used to be cool, but in times of climate change and other crises, ethical jobs are in demand. Because giving makes you happy! The Rio Olympics: between waste and poverty No other event in recent years has stood so much for this social paradigm shift, the contrast betweenā¦
Do you know that? Toiled day in and day out, always dutifully pulling off all the overtime ā and then found out that the colleague in the office next door earns a lot more than you do? Anyone who then storms furiously to his superior and slams a daring āBoss, I want more moneyā in his face has already lost. The most common misconception about...
Thomas Egenter is Head of Human Resources at Hansgrohe, a medium-sized company based in the Black Forest. In an interview, he talks about his experiences with home office regulations, the reaction to the shortage of skilled workers and employer branding in medium-sized companies. Thoma Egenter studied business administration at the Schwenningen vocational academy, specializing in industry, and wrote his diploma thesis in the field of human resources management. Since graduating in 1992, he has...
There are many conference locations, but only a few offer cooking courses and special gourmet creations. An overview. 1. MICE location in the museum: meeting between exhibits and Viking menu One of my favorite museums in the world is the Danish National Museum ā mainly because of its exhibits from the Viking Age. The museum is currently advertising with a special exhibition on this era, which was organized by Queen Margaretheā¦
Home office and flexible working are at the top of the wish list of many younger employees and are therefore an increasingly important employer branding tool. In order for it to work in practice, clear rules are needed. 6 tips. 6 tips for working from home It is well known how modern work works in theory: flexible and tailored to the needs of employees...
Many companies have a problem finding good employees and specialized professionals. We show 7 possible solutions. Why is the shortage of skilled workers discussed again and again? The shortage of skilled workers - a social and economic problem that has been discussed again and again for some time, sometimes more, sometimes less. This phenomenon, affecting both large companies andā¦
Do you care a lot about what other people think of you? Are you having enough fun? Do you love yourself enough and stand by yourself? If not: Please read on. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Outward beauty is superficial. Beauty has nothing to do with our appearance, it comes from...
Organizing teamwork properly is not easy. In order to ensure that everyone works together productively, the basic factors should be right. 2 X 5 points to watch out for. Teamwork: an excuse for social laziness? Teamwork gets a bad rap. āTEAMā is often used behind closed doors as an abbreviation for āGreat, someone else does itā. And then there is...
Many people suffer from insomnia. The consequences: waking up at night, lying awake for hours tormentingly and leaden tiredness the next day. 8 tips against it. Why is getting enough sleep so important? Not even falling asleep is a problem for many people, no, waking up much too early at night is. Because sufficient good sleep is important for the mental, spiritualā¦
Flexible working time models, a better work-life balance and more freedom in everyday working life - employers meet all these wishes of employees with just one thing: home office. Still, not everyone is happy. Fixed home office contingent Nevertheless, most German companies like it more structured compared to companies in economically equally strong European countries: Only around twelve percent of the employees...
Too little sleep is unhealthy and can lead to serious illnesses. Because sleep has many positive effects. One of the most important: It is a mood enhancer and therefore the No. 1 source of fun. Healthy sleep affects the whole body Do you remember the gap text games from your childhood, such as āUncle Otto is sitting in the bathtubā? I loved this game.ā¦
The two main tasks of teachers are educating and teaching. But that's also a question of money - that increases the demand for additional offers. Additional private offers are in vogue However, in times of scarce state coffers and ever-growing classes, individual support is becoming less and less important. Many parents are therefore looking for private additional offers, their children...
Why? This question crosses our lips all too often. It is often not even important to know why something behaves the way it does and not differently. Because time-consuming discussions cannot always solve a problem. The Agent K motto Admittedly, the headline is a bit provocative. Of course, asking questions only harms your career indirectly: For example, ifā¦
The subject of job interviews cannot be killed. Anyone who has managed to get an invitation to an interview has already been shortlisted once, but now has to sell themselves as the perfect candidate for this job. In plain language, this means skillfully answering even tricky questions. Job interview ā great demand for tips I actually thought that slowlyā¦
There are exciting conference locations where you can regularly meet politicians. We introduce the best. 1. Meet like Angela Merkel and Barack Obama at the G7 summit: Schloss Elmau In 2017 the G20 summit took place in Hamburg, at which Germany assumed the presidency. In 2015, the G7 summit took place in Schloss Elmau near Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Aā¦
In the course of his development, man has learned how to use weapons and tools. Tools support the activity of the hands, they represent the āextensionā of our body. Power games at the conference table In his first sales training course, an insurance salesman learns to always calculate the amount of the premium in front of the customer. Documents that are not comprehensible automatically generate resistance on the part of the customer.ā¦
Every year more and more jobs are created for IT professionals and developers. But how do they tick? And what do you think about artificial intelligence, which programming languages āādo you know and what does a typical German developer look like? In the land of skeptical IT developers If there is one characteristic that Germans have, it has to beā¦
Ordinary conference hotels are anything but wild, something that cannot be said of these candidates. 5 unusually wild locations. 1. Meetings between lions, elephants & Maasai: MICE location in the safari camp It sounds crazy: A business meeting in the middle of the bush between lions, elephants and Maasai, with WiFi and everything that goes with it. However, there are negative points for theā¦
You have graduated from school and the exam stress is finally behind you. However, the next big challenge awaits you: you have to plan your way into the future. You should consciously take your time when planning your studies and career and not make any decisions based on too quick and superficial information. 1. You want security and putā¦
Have you decided to build a house, buy a condominium or an old building with a very special charm? Here you can find out the first, most important steps. Real estate ā tangible assets with added value The sum looks impressive: According to an estimate by the official expert committees, apartments, houses and land change hands for a three-digit billion amount every year.ā¦
Dealing with your superior requires a certain amount of sensitivity: On the one hand, he decides on your professional advancement - you should therefore be on good terms with him. On the other hand, you also have to represent your opinion to your boss, demonstrate your skills and at the same time not put up with everything from him. How to conduct a successful salary negotiation Mr...
Unfortunately, motivation is still too often seen as a top-down measure. But that often turns out to be a dip in the toilet. What should leaders do better? Reality and Madness You, the boss, have an idea, a plan. You know exactly what you want to achieve. Now all you need is your...
The next hot thing is ā things. A new bull market is underway and it is happening in commodities. Commodities are everywhere It's about commodities, materials, hard assets, and tangible things that play a vital role not just in your life, but in the life of everyone around the world. If you are inā¦
Soul food refers to the traditional cuisine of African Americans in the southern states. The dishes are simple and nutritious, not exactly low in calories, but definitely something for the soul! What does that have to do with self-discovery? Much! Soulfood as a synonym for family Soulfood is also a synonym for another sweet taste: family. This ācalorie bombā is linkedā¦
Steward or stewardess, officially known as a flight attendant, is a dream job for many - and not just for women anymore. But the selection criteria are tough and the job even tougher. One who has been doing the job for more than 5 years tells what it's like. A normal job for men? "A woman's job?" Gatis Stanga,ā¦
"Enjoy your life now before it's too late!" ā Parents advise their children, teachers tell students and friends give each other this strange advice. Finally, once we have a promising job and a family, life full of freedom and travel is over. We should do something! This is one ofā¦
Body language is an important but often underestimated part of our communication. And it offers many opportunities for misunderstandings. 5 tips on what to do about it. Misunderstandings in communication through body language - this is how they arise recently at a business meeting: After a very warm conversation, my long-term cooperation partner accompanied me to the train station and spread her arms.ā¦
"People can achieve amazing things together," said futurologist Matthias Horx in a lecture. One can only agree with that. Nevertheless, many people cannot fully use their potential due to a lack of funding, a lack of economic opportunities or poor starting conditions. This damages society, as the election of Trump or Brexit shows. How can this be changed? Theā¦
Increasing flexibility in the world of work, weakening of protection against dismissal, weakening of works councils and trade unions: the signs on the labor market are stormy. But what can you do to avoid being blown away by it? Job security is being lost bit by bit Trade unions in Germany are repeatedly making themselves unpopular with strikes that, for example, paralyze train traffic orā¦
July 12 is always a ambivalent day for German taxpayers: Statistically, taxes and social security contributions are worked up until this date, and only then do the income flow into one's own pocket. It is all the more important to deal with an essential topic: an overview of your own finances. Why the conscious use of money is important...
To paraphrase Henry Ford, getting rich is easy. You just have to spend less money than you earn. Sounds logical right? How to get rich easily Just spend less - that sounds a bit too easy. Because whoever manages to do this is faced with two central challenges: First, how does it succeed, not everything in shape...
Our lifetime - statistically 30 days - are the most valuable thing we own. But if we now look at how many people are not happy in their daily work, it is frightening. Where's the point in that? The Power of Generations Y and Z If our eight working hours a day are not fulfilling, we come withā¦
Screen work, hectic and staying indoors flatten us mentally and physically. There is a very simple way in which we can fully exploit our potential over the long term. We are emotional beings who thirst for community We lack something if we are not allowed to identify with a community. But that also requires trust. But in doing so, companies waste enormousā¦
If you want to invest, it's a good idea to think about your own attitude first - and then to learn what rich, successful investors do better. Your attitude as an investor In order to be a successful investor, you should also ask yourself questions about your attitude. Even if they are simple questions, they were developed in such a way thatā¦
Positive stress can make you productive, but negative stress inhibits our performance in the long run because it is often caused by fear. How do these often deep-seated fears arise? Fears and pressure to perform: research into the causes Why do we let ourselves be put under such pressure by stressful situations that we think we absolutely have to function perfectly. Unfortunately, the question...
In Germany, the choice of career is usually very traditional: children want to become what their parents or similar caregivers set an example for them. This overview shows that there is another way and that you can actually find your dream job ā with a little courage and research. What is actually a dream job Tourism, media, art and recently also blogging are forā¦
A study by Stack Overflow of 64.000 developers shows that many are dissatisfied with the payment. Personnel managers have to rethink, especially when it comes to recruiting! The average German developer is male, works in Bavaria and has more than 10 years of coding experience It is unfortunately not surprising: German developers are still mostly male today and work in Bavaria atā¦
Working efficiently and sleeping as little as possible is a current trend, for example among IT billionaires - and is not only counterproductive, but also harmful to health. If you want to understand this, you have to deal with the function of the body. Sleep like an IT billionaire? If you want to be rich and famous, you have to sleep little, you might think, if youā¦
A works manager talked about the job interview: He noticed, for example, a graphic designer who, when choosing clothes, simply didn't have the feeling for which clothes were suitable for her somewhat fuller weight. And even if it was just a test application, you can make a lot of mistakes in job interviews. Banalities - or not? Actuallyā¦
Blockages often arise in childhood - because children's brains are still developing and are therefore open to all kinds of beliefs. What helps: Logical thinking! When adults become children The emergence of inner blockages, also known as Wusel, is a complex process that arises in childhood and extends to adult life.ā¦
The digital transformation is everywhere. But where there is a lot of talk about technology with its consequences and opportunities, three important fields are neglected - even though they determine the success of the transformation! And they all have something to do with the people in the company. 1. Leadership The CEO of a large medium-sized company recently said: "I'm in a privileged position...
A structured and informative CV is an essential success factor when applying. What is important? The perfect CV ā what is important when applying? A dropped out of law school? Six months of backpacking turned into three years on Australian beaches? Anyone who writes a CV is also confronted with the less success-oriented stages of their life. Change...
Former US President Barack Obama speaks at Bits & Pretzels 2019 about equality, climate change and the break-up of big tech companies like Facebook and Google. An overview of his positions. Barack Hussein Obama II was the 2009th President of the United States from 2017 to 44. He is an attorney specializing in US constitutional law and is one ofā¦
Humanities graduates continue to have a hard time on the job market, because many employers have little imagination with regard to their possible fields of application. But today generalists are increasingly in demand again. So new opportunities for orchid subjects such as theater scholars? Humanities scholars ā everything and nothing? When I started studying Theater Studies in 1998, the most frequently asked question was: What does...
The only thing that would appeal to Marie about the marriage is the white wedding dress. In other respects, too, she doesn't seem to think much of conventional security.Anke Ernst is now in New Zealand on her professional and self-discovery trip around the world. She talks to the French Marie about marriage, security, the variety of different career opportunities and the disorientation of the internship generation. Simplyā¦
Selling is part of everyday life for many medium-sized companies. Bringing in orders is a matter for the boss, even if he is not a āborn salesmanā. However, acquiring new customers is often difficult because unconscious fears cause blockages. Fears are normal ā hardly anyone talks about them! Fear of Rejection The word fear is derived from āanghuā which meansā¦
Many applicants work hard with āhighly polishedā application documents. But that alone does not bring you to your goal: it is much more important in the second round, the job interview or job interview, to convince and deal with sometimes nasty questions. 5 tips. Questions in the job interview ā often neglected by applicants Actually, one would think that thereā¦
Youth hostels could be an alternative for anyone planning seminars, conferences or team-building events, for example for trainees, and wanting to save money at the same time. Youth hostels support their customers in planning tailor-made seminars In addition to numerous conference hotels, youth hostels are also an exciting alternative for companies and clubs. After all, youth hostels have long been more than just inexpensive accommodation:ā¦
History has seen many bubbles, economic crises and stock market crashes. If you want to understand the nature of the financial markets, you have to look behind the mechanism. Just a collection of ideas and notes? Friends often ask me how I have time to write books and articles, hold seminars and speak to banks when I'm constantly on the go...
There are various techniques for dealing with attacks. If ignoring no longer helps, you should become aware of what exactly bothers you about the situation - and do something about it. From positive thinking to affirmation Talk to yourself. If no one is listening, also loudly: "I'm quiet. One after the other. Howā¦
Life has never been as "organized" as it is today Organizations are the most formative systems of modern times, at least since the beginning of industrialization. Why do we need organizations? Organizations have to do justice to a number of tasks, for example they offer a job, they are part of the living environment, but often they are also places of fear. They are to coordinate actions to ensure stability and...
Sure, bosses are annoying assholes - but not always. You are stressed too. Therefore: Give your boss another chance. It's worth it! Biggest ass of them all: yourself! Some time ago, on the occasion of our wedding anniversary, when I was totally relaxed with Jana, the best wife of all, at the thermal pool and - of course...
Frank Westmeier, currently working for a DĆ¼sseldorf real estate company, has had a varied career. In an interview, he reports how the colorful CV affects his leadership style, what that means for HR work and employer branding and how leadership will have to change in the future. Frank Westmeier was, among other things, hotel manager on a five-star plus cruise ship forā¦
Lack of sleep not only makes you tired and unfocused, but also leads to weight gain and serious illnesses. What can we do against it? Poor sleep leads to weight gain: Pickwick syndrome Even if at first glance they seem to have little to do with each other, it makes a lot of sense to take up the topic of sleep and obesity because the connection between the two goes back to...
We consider reason to be the most important ability of the human species; yet most people have very little real control over their mind as it races from one thought to the next. A controlled mind as an essential feature of quality of life Excessive mental activity, stress, depression and anxiety are nothing more than the absence of aā¦
What is the meaning of our existence? This is a question that everyone asks themselves ā more or less often. We want to achieve happiness and success. We pursue this goal with personal commitment, perseverance, hard work and performance. But what does that mean exactly? Not with me! We face bureaucratic energy guzzlers and suffer more and more from stress.ā¦
We will increasingly be given the opportunity to organize our working hours according to our biorhythm. The classic 9-to-5 job is already largely outdated. This has advantages and disadvantages ā depending on how you handle the situation yourself. A blessing and a curse at the same time The internet has increasingly taken hold of our work: we surf, email, chat. Weā¦
Each of us knows the āinner criticā. He interferes in our thoughts and actions without being asked. He gives us supposedly benevolent advice and admonishes us about what we must, shouldn't or can't do. What actually is a wusel? I call this inner critic āWuselā. There's the Dwarf Maker, the Dark Seer, the Howling Buoy, or...
Artists often live in precarious employment conditions. In order to understand their situation on the art market and thus on the job market, one has to recognize how training at art academies works ā for example at the DĆ¼sseldorf Art Academy. Artists as service providers In order to understand today's art education, one must take a look at the history and the self-understanding of art:ā¦
To be a good colleague or friend to others, I need compassion and empathy, but also clear boundaries and self-awareness. I need to know who I am, what I want and need. Whoever wants to please everyone has a problem here. Everybody's Darling - a practical pattern of behavior Do you know Everybody's Darling? Everybody's darling has...