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In this country, winter usually shows its nasty side. And yet this time of year has a decisive influence on us and our future, because it helps us to achieve our goals. Winter as a phase of reflection Nature is a first-class reflection zone especially at this time of year when there is little light. At that time we become extra-clearly aware that…
I studied Romance Studies (with a focus on French Philology), German Studies (with a focus on Modern German Literature) and Theater Studies. Today I am Marketing Communications Manager at Jobscout24. How do you get a job like that with a degree like that? What you have to put up with as a humanities scholar When I was preparing for my master’s degree 3 years ago…
What is teamwork? Above all, a good team needs motivation and passion. The trick is that every employee is in the right place according to their strengths. Teamwork: music as a source of inspiration For me, music is the greatest source of happiness and motivation there is. When my mother asked me as a child what I wanted to be when I grew up, she said...
Admittedly, choosing an apprenticeship is not an easy task for a young person. With an unclear content perspective in mind, the salary is one of the decisive factors for many. However, there are a number of other factors that play a role in career choice. This article reveals what should not be forgotten. Money rules the trainee world.…
The handshake is a typical form of greeting from which a lot can be learned psychologically. How do you interpret it correctly? The history of the handshake – how did the gesture come about? The handshake is a ubiquitous social gesture that is considered an expression of respect, trust and kindness in many cultures. Its history is long and probably goes back to...
There is a suitable solution strategy for every problem, you just have to find it and implement it – with these tips. Why Problem-Solving Strategies Are Critical To Success Problem-solving skills in both personal and professional life are essential to success. Every day we encounter a series of difficulties that require our attention, such as…
Finding the right balance is like breathing: have you ever tried to breathe in without breathing out? That doesn't last long, then you feel like you're about to burst. Letting go is scary Letting go of things, just like letting go of other people's expectations, is strongly associated with fears. What happens if I meet the requirements...
Embarking on a new career path is not easy. Because leaving a permanent job (or even an entire industry) is associated with uncertainty and raises many questions. You should pay attention to that! Deciding for or against a job change: typical questions Changing jobs can be complicated and stressful. After all, most people work hard for years for...
Whether in small talk, networking at trade fairs or at a business event: the business card is the most compact form of presenting yourself or your company. And the first impression counts. But what is really important when creating business cards? 10 tips! Business cards – what is important when it comes to design and use? The business card is mandatory...
Home office and digital, virtual working methods are on everyone's lips, but by no means possible and feasible for every organization. A question of corporate culture! A trend that is spreading Home office - a trend that is spreading. At first it was just big companies like Coca Cola or Microsoft, today more and more companies are advertising, which in the course of…
If a customer is lost, the price is not always to blame. Communication often just doesn't work. Some sellers literally drive prospects away. Sample phrases can help say certain things. But they have to be adapted to one's own personality and to the individual situation. What customers really want – and what to avoid Customers want…
Anyone who is clear about their career goals, their strengths and the needs of the market also develops a navigation system for their own career and thus gains advantages when applying for dream jobs. 5 tips on how to do it. These 5 tips will get you closer to your professional goal With your own navigation system, it is possible…
Less work: The only right strategy when there is too much stress and strain. 10 Tips for a Goal-Focused Conversational Strategy to Get There. Downshifting isn't easy Many employees complain about stress, overwork and pressure. In a nutshell, the only really sensible advice you can give is: do less. Or something completely different...
Many people find everyday life stressful, while at the same time the market for relaxation techniques is booming. But which offers are really worth your money? 5 books at a glance. Perspective in the jungle of relaxation techniques Studies, job, family and hobbies: everyday life is not stressful for almost everyone. That's why almost everyone is looking for a way to relax. But some...
Gut decisions and instincts, if the feeling is right, are considered good decisions. But especially in everyday working life, emotional decisions can be fatal. These books show how to do it better. Correct and rational decisions Analysis, forecasts and decisions are the fuel of our economy, society and our private life. Nevertheless, we often listen to our gut when we have a…
If you want to invest your money well, you should think for a moment. Because otherwise there is a risk of being tricked, for example by forecasts that go wrong after all. Or through group dynamics – because everyone does it, James Montier has to advise: Think for yourself! When it comes to money: act yourself The financial and banking crisis…
Whether private accident insurance makes sense ultimately depends on what other insurance policies you have taken out. Is accident insurance worth it? Every six seconds, an accident occurs at home and during leisure time. This quote from the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin) suggests one thing: Accidents are a big risk, especially…
Entrepreneurs need good insurance. But what kind of insurance do you really need? Why the right insurance is important With rising unemployment, the number of business start-ups in Germany is also increasing. This is the result of the current start-up report of the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK). In order for the path to self-employment to work out, founders should be well informed and…
Education voucher: what is paid for? The employment agency issues training vouchers for all further training (but not for the training measures!), which you can only receive after detailed advice from the employment advisor - if you meet the conditions and the advisor agrees. There are of course guidelines for this. The employment agency mainly covers the costs of the course as part of an education voucher.…
You know that: If you are in a really good mood, the work will succeed all by itself. But if you are overwhelmed, you will soon be unable to do anything. What are the problems and what can you do about them? Do not stress yourself! As a perfectionist, you probably have more of one thing than you would like: stress! A…
Doctoral students in particular struggle with the meaningfulness of their dissertation or would like to get more out of it. The problem also applies to the entire study. The solution lies in self-leadership and setting the right goals. WHAT do you want to do a doctorate for HOW? Fear of the first time Luckily Laura had a window seat on the train to Frankfurt and it…
In conversations and conflicts, how do you manage to give the sender of the emotion the full—and sincere—impression that you actually understand them completely? Emotions point to values If you experience, for example, that your eldest son is at loggerheads with his younger sister because she is constantly…
How would you select collaborators to accompany you on a march to the South Pole. An interesting mind game, triggered by an interview with Reinhold Messner. And how are employees actually selected in many companies? It ends badly with the wrong people When I interviewed Reinhold Messner a while ago, it became clear how important it is for companies to…
Half past nine in Germany. In reality, far less idyllic than the fulfilling working world in the commercial. Because every third person dreams of a new job. But what to do? Everything is just a mouse click away Half past nine in Germany - and every third person dreams of a different job in a different company. How could this…
Applying is a complex topic: HR managers would like to see immediately who is a really good match, as at this honey booth in New York - and who is not. Applicants often make it harder than necessary for them to recognize this. Recruiters – spoiled for choice? No question, matching is an important issue when it comes to finding jobs in…
Motivation usually works like this: the boss constantly spurs employees on to perform, or colleagues keep building each other up. But there is another way. Motivation through your private environment There is always a new situation in everyday working life that brings with it a lot of change and uncertainty. If your professional life has...
Some look forward to the company party, for others it is a chore. The atmosphere is mostly relaxed, but certain rules still apply. If you master them, you can score points in your career. 1. Accept the invitation Participation in a company party is not compulsory. However, keep in mind that a no-show gives the impression that…
If you are looking for a job, you need one thing above all: a meaningful, well-structured CV. We show in 6 steps what is important. A good résumé makes all the difference Sometimes it's like a bewitchment: you put so much effort into your last application - and still you didn't get the great job. Now means...
Joe Doherty of the Tūho tribe runs an eco-tourism business in Te Urewera National Park near Roturura. He financed his studies by hunting wild boar. "If we are to save the future of the earth," he says, "an ecological transition is inevitable." Funding your studies through wild boar hunting Joe grew up here in the mountains of Te Urewera National Park –…
Sleep and relaxation are important to be able to work productively. Both are often neglected in our hectic world. How do we still make room for this? What motivates us every day 8,6 hours of sleep, 8,3 hours of work, 3 hours of TV, facts and entertainment, 1,2 hours of food and drink, 0,3 hours of exercise and 0,6 hours of other things. With it…
Self-determination, financial freedom and independence are above all a matter of the right strategy and mental attitude - that is the message these prominent authors convey in their books. The start to financial freedom begins with clearing up misconceptions People don't talk about money, they say, and in fact the topic is considered to be...
Press Comments Archive Thanks to the lively style of writing and the numerous examples and interviews with practitioners and experts, the book is very easy to read. However, the tips can not only be implemented in IT and technology companies! Markus Glassl, magazine personalmanager 04/2019, on "IT recruiting & shortage of skilled workers" The content is easy to read, HR professionals benefit from the examples for the...
The future will be smaller and handier. The mobile phone could soon be the sole mobile work device – who needs laptops and tablets anyway? The prerequisite for the new minimalism, however, is the right device. The Maze Alpha under test. The new minimalism: Mobile work only with the cell phone? The mobile phone as almost the sole mobile work device, without a laptop...
Creative advertising has to be expensive? Sometimes the opposite is the case. Sometimes even really bad advertising is really good - Twitter has already successfully demonstrated it. Spelling mistakes with funny associations This billboard in Berlin-Wedding, a district that is not exactly hip, caught my attention last week: Not because it was so elaborate...
The growing complexity and dynamics of changes in the global economic structure are well known as a challenge for companies. Having the right leaders is crucial. Manager: To the level of your own incompetence? Joachim Sauer, President of the Association of Personnel Managers, sees the basic problem in the fact that too often pure experts rise higher and higher in the hierarchy based on their specialist knowledge.…
Oracles and clairvoyants are as old as mankind, but esotericism is also booming in the 21st century - and in an area where you would hardly expect it, namely human resources. There is a heated discussion going on there about the Social Recruiting Days and esoteric HR experts. Esotericism is absurd A few years ago I called…
Work wherever and whenever you want – this dream can come true. With the right boss and the right equipment, this can work even in a team. Why offices often seem like a torture chamber to us Have you ever sat at a desk for so long that it seems like a personal torture chamber? It is generally accepted,…
We have learned to develop and refine our language. We have learned to hide behind beautiful words. But we have forgotten how to naturally integrate our body into our communication. Consciously suppressing feelings? On the one hand we suppress certain movements, on the other hand we consciously promote muscle movements, the effect of which seems positive to us - typical...
Applicant interviews are perfectly prepared and planned these days – guidline, checklists and lots of advice literature. Dear applicants, just dare to be imperfect and see what happens! Applicants who are too perfect "With me, you will gain a team-oriented, always highly motivated employee," says the applicant. “I keep a cool head in stressful situations. Already during my studies...
One of the characteristics of a good boss is that he gets other people to express themselves openly and freely. 8 rules for success. What makes an ideal boss? As a leader, you will be responsible for leading a team of people, inspiring them to achieve their goals and ensuring...
Brainstorming, planning, self-management and overcoming blockages: all important for professional reorientation. But worth nothing if the right structure is missing. 5 tips on how to find them. Full commitment, but never to the goal? I keep meeting people who are pursuing their professional reorientation at full steam, highly motivated and very creative - but still not...
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...
A topic on which opinions differ: How much customer service is good to be successful? The more the merrier, most will say. But if you look at the most successful companies of our time or various celebrities, you may come to a different answer. Your company as a real brand! Do it like Steve...
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 symptoms…
AI and automation are revolutionizing our working world. The key to the future is the right creative tools. Redesigning work paradigms: This is how work has changed In an increasingly digitalized world, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are opening up new horizons for new ways of working, methods and environments. These technologies are not only revolutionizing the way we work, but also...
Organizing teamwork properly is not easy. But a team can achieve more together – if the conditions are right. 7 points to watch out for. Teamwork has a bad reputation - wrongly Teamwork has a bad reputation. “TEAM” is often used behind closed doors as an abbreviation for “Great, someone else does it”. And then…
Many graduates have high-flying, idealistic plans for their professional future - and then very quickly fail in reality when looking for a job. It is therefore advisable to approach the job search very pragmatically. Complaining doesn't get you anywhere, action is the order of the day. Plus point work experience Work experience is a plus point when applying for a job: it usually shows that you…
On average, women earn 7-25 percent less than men, depending on the calculation basis. What can you do better? What does equal pay mean for women? Salary negotiation has become a very important issue for many people these days. It is agreed that a better income should be part of our daily lives. Women in particular are affected...
In the course of your life you will always be confronted with problems that require new, innovative and individual solutions. Your ideas are in demand here. Because: Creativity is not only important in so-called creative professions, but affects all areas of your daily work. Our inner driving force Motivation is certainly the most emotional part of work organization. But now that you...
“What is all this fuss about?” This is the standard question highly sensitive people ask when it comes to business meeting culture and small talk in the usual, superficial sense. Find out why highly sensitive people in particular have what it takes to be “wise advisors” and how small talk can be enriched with a little depth. On the sense and nonsense of self-adulation...
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...
Very few things we learn, we learn at school or in courses. Learning happens “on the job”, in the family, in a club – or when travelling. Learning on the go For many, vacation is still about hanging out, just letting your soul dangle, doing nothing. But this mentality will change in the future. Then…
The cover letter is the heart of a good application, along with the convincing CV. There isn't one correct cover letter. However, the following 8 tips and templates should always be observed. 8 tips for the perfect cover letter Some things may be a matter of taste, others differ depending on the industry. Nevertheless: There are a few basic rules that must be followed for…
The cultural fit is rarely checked in recruiting. New employees who do not fit the corporate culture cause numerous problems and costs right from the start. The following interview questions will help you to find exactly the right employees. What is cultural fit in companies? Do you want to find employees who are the best match for your company like identical twins?…
The idea of having to speak freely in front of others makes many people break out in a sweat. What if I suddenly can't think of anything anymore? Or if I don't know the answer to a question? But the successful presentation of one's own skills is an important career building block in many professions today, which you should also use to get ahead. So…
Drinking is important, especially at work. This also opens up new opportunities for companies, the environment and tourism. Healthy drinking and modern work culture: A contradiction in terms? In a world where work culture is increasingly characterized by long hours at desks and a constant stream of tasks, it is easy to neglect our bodies' basic needs...
Educational leave or educational bonus? Education or qualification check? Which offer is right for you? And what funding opportunities are there for a language trip abroad? You can find answers to your most important questions here. Funding opportunities for language trips abroad Very good foreign language skills are the be-all and end-all in the working world and the basis for a successful career.…
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 the…
Ex-Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer only sleeps 4 hours a night, as does Napoleon. Albert Einstein slept 12 hours. Everyone sleeps differently. But what do you do when important decisions have to be made despite a lack of sleep? Too little sleep is unhealthy Sleeping is important because the body and brain regenerate during sleep. So it is amazing that the health,…
Fire your boss! "This works out?" pleas e ask your question? Of course it is possible, albeit differently than you might think. Here are some tips. When the team says: The ass has to go! Firing the boss - that is actually done in many companies. Not all the time, but fairly often. You rarely hear about it because hardly anyone talks about it. But…
Customers want solutions, not problems! Rightly so. Unfortunately, not all companies have recognized this yet. These 10 typical mistakes show how it doesn't work. Customers want to solve problems Salespeople need to be active, not passive. No customer calls because they have nothing to do. Customers come forward because they have a problem that needs to be solved...
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...
Job advertisements and job offers are often vague and meaningless - this is because discrimination on legal grounds should be prevented at all costs. What can applicants do. How the General Equal Treatment Act (AGG) makes life difficult for applicants Application processes are becoming more and more inscrutable, job advertisements are often worded vaguely and somehow everyone feels addressed by it. Sounds kind of...
The right work-life balance between job and private life is the dream of many people - and yet often difficult to achieve. Why is work-life balance so important? Work-life balance has become an increasingly popular topic of discussion in recent years, and with good reason. In tackling the demands of our busy lives,…
A memo is an important basis for decision-making - and the best way to boost your own career. However, only if it is not delivered as a loveless compulsory exercise. How do you write a good, meaningful memo? 8 steps. A good memo: basis for decision-making and career building Writing a correct, meaningful and therefore good memo is one of the most important…
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,…
Workaholism is not harmless workaholism, but a serious addiction with sometimes serious consequences. The boundaries between the hamster wheel and the career ladder are fluid. What can we do to prevent it from happening in the first place? Workaholism or workaholism? The image in the media The fact that the topic is repeatedly present in the media shows how important it is...
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 was…
Employee loyalty, also increasingly referred to as retention management, is about measures that are actively initiated to bind the employees you want to keep to the company. But what really needs to be achieved is loyalty. Because disloyalty is life-threatening. Loyalty is an inner attitude Loyalty is one of our noblest values. She is not…
Traveling and discovering the world while earning money is a dream for many. The reality often looks different. What do you have to consider to make it work? Freedom and independence as a digital nomad? Role models like Tim Ferris, online entrepreneur and author of the bestseller “The 4-Hour Workweek: More Time, More Money, More Life” have shown the way. Independent and…
After school or university, many are looking for a dream job. But getting there can be hard work. An overview. How to find the right job for you Anyone who wants to start their career today after graduating from school, training or university is initially spoiled for choice. There are numerous opportunities to be active in the job market…
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...
You can't turn even the best idea into reality without capital, so detailed financial planning is the basis for your project. But it's also important to think about taxes to avoid bankruptcy! Business plan & Co: Many formalities for founders Create a business plan, register with the tax and trade office and for financing...
Failure is never nice, but always instructive. Because we only learn from mistakes for our work and life. How can we train resilience? The shock of failure At first, failure usually comes as a shock. The ability to deal positively with getting back up and moving on is called resilience. Unforeseen productivity grows out of it. I recently read about it...
The times when you did an apprenticeship for your whole life are long gone: Today you not only have to deal with your career choice at the beginning of your career, but also later on you have to reorient yourself again and again. 5 tips for job hunting and further education. Career choice - a topic for the whole of life There may be several...
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...
Working from home is becoming more and more important, and this also applies to further training. There are hundreds of distance learning courses and distance learning courses offered through distance learning. Those who want to learn are spoiled for choice. What goals do I associate with the further education? Thanks to digitization, it has never been easier to take responsibility for your own further education, also and especially in the home office. On the one hand, a…
FOMO, the fear of missing out, is inherent in all of us. It drives us, but it can quickly lead to stress. This is how she lets herself be guided. Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) and Psychology: A Definition We humans are wired as social beings. We long for contacts, information and experiences. This urge to always…
Many salespeople face the pressure of targets ahead. And at the latest the annual balance sheet shows the profits and losses in an unembellished way. There is often still room for improvement on the profit side. It can be so easy to become a professional seller. 6 tips: This is how you achieve decisive sales success One thing is clear: anyone who gains momentum with…
Many hiking areas not only invite you to slow down, but are also culturally and historically a pleasure. An overview. 1. Lower Moselle: decelerate and travel back in time while hiking If you are looking for a historical hike, you have come to the right place in Alken. As a historical journey through time, the place not only offers the opportunity to visit different stations in history from the Stone Age to the Middle Ages…
Dismissals are rarely nice and can even lead to psychological problems. What matters is how you deal with the termination. Termination: first steps on the day of the settlement "Could you come to my office for a moment?" is the apparently harmless sentence that makes employees' hair stand on end. Because when the boss asks like that, he hides...
Business trips and conferences are generally considered boring and hardly arouse enthusiasm among the participants. But there are creative exceptions that easily lead to success. So much playful creativity is good for a hotel People have a visual memory and remember things much better if they associate them with special events or places. I…
Shares are securities, are traded on the stock exchange and are considered by many to be an uncertain business. The following tips clear up this prejudice. 3 Criteria for Picking Stocks In times of zero interest rates and global uncertainty, many investors shy away from gold. However, I advise you to bet on living gold. With this term mean…
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...
In less than ten percent of German companies, the shortage of skilled workers is an issue, in more than 40 percent of companies this situation is noticeable in many areas, sometimes even massively. In order to be able to attract the attention of the desired applicants, new paths must be taken in recruiting, holistic employer branding seems to be the answer to the…
Many companies spend weeks looking for new employees before they find a suitable candidate for their open position. The high expenditure of time costs entrepreneurs a lot of money. A staffing agency can save you time and money - 5 tips on how to find the best one. What qualities does a personnel service provider have to fulfil? Four months - that's how long companies are looking for...
Digital change and automation are constantly advancing. In order for the change to succeed without major difficulties, companies have to pay attention to a number of things. 4 X 7 tips at a glance. Approaches and concepts for digital change The term "digitization" or "digital change" is a much-discussed topic. Especially in industry, where people are increasingly being replaced by machines,...
On average, an office worker is interrupted or distracted every 3 minutes. And he needs 23 minutes to return to the original task. Reason enough to learn how concentration and efficiency can be increased. Individual offices – world leaders Today's working world often gives the impression that open spaces and large offices have become the norm. One…
The line between success and failure in a crisis is thin. There must be communication within the team and with customers, but it is always important to strike the right note. Emotions matter. Communication is important - especially in the crisis Unfortunately, many companies "forget" in crisis situations that are surprising and unfamiliar to them, how...
When it comes to job references, many HR managers groan. It has to be legally secure, benevolently formulated and yet truthful. Behind this are lengthy processes. Automation can help. Job reference: Help wanted! 60 percent of HR employees and 47 percent of managers in large German companies would like more help with drawing up references. This is shown by current studies. No wonder, considering the high…
Sport is important for our health and well-being. It helps us stay fit, control our weight, reduce stress and improve our mood. Why sport is important for health & well-being Regular sport is important for our health. It helps us stay fit and healthy, maintain or lose weight.
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...
Happy employees are good employees. But what makes people like a blind mountaineer happy? An essential leader therefore always keeps an eye on the happiness of his employees. But how do you achieve it? The luck of the blind mountaineer Andy Holzer from East Tyrol has conquered six of the Seven Summits, the highest peaks of all continents. He is…
Controlling our emotions is probably the most important part of the concept of resilience. Everyone knows situations in which they, usually unconsciously, control their emotions and the associated impulses. Empathy instead of anger Parents haven't slept all night because their child has been screaming, and it continues uninterruptedly throughout the morning. She…
Whether standing desks, Fengshui, gymnastic balls or green plants: the topic of health is booming in office design. We give 5 tips for optimal workplace design. 1. Healthy indoor climate: plants and fengshui A healthy indoor climate is a crucial aspect of office design. Even if too much personal stuff is not always welcomed in the workplace, there are so many others...
Our digital devices won't let us rest. If our work isn't following us, then we'll be out and about privately on social media. And it feels best when we combine the two. Without limits and mind! Too many balls Technology is increasingly blurring the endpoints and finish lines. But not only that: In addition to the constant…
Friendships in the workplace are a difficult topic, which is not only inherent in various studies, but also in the frequency of interview requests that we receive for ZEIT or MAXI, for example. Dealing with the topic correctly is particularly important for prospective managers. The job as a complex social network A job is a complex…
The first day of work in a new job when changing jobs is always an exciting situation and onboarding is also a special situation for companies. This checklist will help you master it. New job: How to get started for employees and companies For the new employee, tension and expectations are part of…
There's always an election campaign somewhere. The media spectacle then runs at full speed. But in addition to politicians, party programs and forecasts, the question arises: Can the election campaign in Germany score on a communicative level? Parties and draft horses not yet in step Somehow every year is a super election year - at least it feels like it. That's how it seems to never work at the moment...
Working through one's own daily schedule would often be easy - if it weren't for the psychological tricks of bosses and colleagues. Because they don't always have good intentions. Have you ever wondered if you are being manipulated by your boss? Most people are unaware of the fact that their boss may be trying to manipulate them. Unfortunately...
I recently took part in a team building activity on a houseboat - the perfect setting for companies to onboard and bond employees. Why does team building on a houseboat make sense? Team building activities help to bond teams by fostering trust and collaboration between team members. When team members are able to support each other...
Self-assessment systems are intended to give prospective students a foretaste of their studies and thus make it easier for them to decide for or against a subject. How does this work in detail? What are Self Assessment Centers? HAW navigators - sounds a bit like student pilots and in principle it is: The University of Applied Sciences (HAW) in Hamburg wants to use its self-assessment...
Sascha Schmidt mainly accompanies executives through the professional midlife crisis. In 2012 his new book “Holistic Career Planning. A life in balance” was published. In an interview, he talks about the professional crises, ways out and why changing jobs is not the only solution. Sascha Schmidt, lives and works in Munich. He studied history, philosophy and education. Thereafter…
Productivity and efficiency are important in our working life. But how we can best achieve them depends on the right method on a case-by-case basis. 3 X 6 tips at a glance. Structured planning or chaos - what makes you more productive? A question on which spirits divide: Who is more productive - structured planners or...
Everyone knows Sherlock Holmes and for quite a few people, being a detective is a dream job. But how do you take this successfully? Like Sherlock Holmes In the world of crime novels and series, investigators often fascinate us with their sharp minds, their detective skills and their ability to solve mysterious cases. I happened upon the train myself...
Digital online training is becoming increasingly important in companies. When shaping the future, it is important for employers to draw the right conclusions from the lockdowns. The lesson from Corona: Organizational forms in companies must change Since March 2020, political restrictions have hovered over companies and employees like the sword of Damocles. Even if there are no more lockdowns at some point...
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...
Bloggers are still often smiled at: too insignificant in the media landscape, too inefficient as a marketing channel. Blogging has many advantages for marketing. Blogs as the perfect marketing tool? I'm passionate about blogging. But what exactly are the reasons for this? Blogging gives me the opportunity to articulate my opinions in a way that without the medium...
Industrial foreman is now an attractive profession with a competitive salary, in which steady job growth is expected in the coming years. What do training and further education paths look like? Job Profile of a Foreman: Responsibilities and Tasks Becoming a foreman is not easy; it requires extensive training, skill development and experience. The role of a foreman is crucial to the…
In America, it has been the first choice among the options for developing one's own personality for many years: Individual one-to-one counseling is experiencing a real boom. Coaching is trendy. Accordingly, training as a coach represents a real professional alternative in an increasingly insecure job market. 80% of coaches without significant fees There are…
If you enjoy what you do, it will give you a boost and will greatly improve your productivity and therefore your success. Intrinsic motivation is crucial – it also helps us to deal resiliently with negative experiences and crises. The Magical Formula for Success in Business and Life I always thought it...
What does a good manager have to be able to do today and in the future? An overview. Leadership today, leadership tomorrow: where are we? An assessment of where we stand The role of a manager has changed significantly in recent years as the speed of change and complexity in the business world has continued to increase. As a result, managers face new challenges and...
Today's working world sometimes places extreme demands on people. We react. With stress tests, with burnout avoidance strategies and a variety of sometimes very effective, but mostly conventional approaches. But unusual times call for unusual measures. 4 unusual tips for dealing with stress What is our first reaction when faced with a situation that…
Personnel managers often lack courage when making decisions. It is qualitative approaches that make personnel decisions successful. Unsuccessful recruiting Anyone who relies solely on factual and professional criteria in recruiting and selecting the “right candidate” and neglects the person and all their personality traits and values will recruit unsuccessfully in the long term. As well as a…
Nudging is the idea of gently 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...
Even if it seems simple and trendy to work from any location and go on vacation at the same time, you have to consider a few things – in addition to finding the right job. We list the 7 most important points. The right framework conditions: What is absolutely necessary for a successful job Working from anywhere and ideally with a holiday in a beautiful area...
We are in the age of intelligent "bots". But how can HR managers use artificial intelligence and robots for themselves? Artificial intelligence makes our lives easier In their hit “Mr. Roboto" from 1983 Styx sang: "My heart is human, my blood is boiling, my brain IBM" In the "Progressive Rock" of the 1980s it was still a vision that...
Be happy in sales life and successful in customer acquisition! As simple as that sounds, it is difficult to do both. It doesn't have to be, because there are many acquisition paths that lead to the goal. How to find the right one. It sells easier when you laugh! Even in times of internet and eCommerce, it is still mostly...
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 for…
Carinthia is recommended for anyone who wants to get out and enjoy the wild and picturesque nature of the Alps: Hardly any other region offers so many scenic contrasts and a variety of activities. An overview. 1. Alpine access: With the train through the Hohe Tauern The impressive start begins as soon as you arrive in Carinthia: Through a…
Everyone has their role and it can change. This also applies to you yourself. You too play the role of controller or organizer from time to time, in other situations you have to set processes in motion and in others you have to help stabilize the mood. Lion Tamer or Alpha Wolf? Systemic thinking gives us the opportunity to transform our personality...
HR professionals usually have little time to read an application, and it often takes just a few seconds to decide whether it's a top or a flop. The creative start in the application cover letter is therefore of crucial importance. Writing a successful application is an art Even if the job market is recovering a bit, good jobs are hard to find. And a successful application to...
Are you interested in a career in marketing and wondering whether you would rather work in an agency or a company? Both options have advantages and disadvantages. Working in an agency vs. working in a company: 3 key factors You want to work in marketing but don't know whether you would rather choose an agency or a company...