All about career topics in German-speaking countries - Lingoda https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/category/career-learn-german-main/ The Online Language School Mon, 16 Sep 2024 08:27:59 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.5 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/lingoda-2020-favicon-150x150.png All about career topics in German-speaking countries - Lingoda https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/category/career-learn-german-main/ 32 32 Lingoda’s career stories: Meet Tihomir, Engineering Lead https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/career-stories-tihomir/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=80519 In our latest interview, we sit down with Tihomir Stefanov to learn about his journey at Lingoda. He went from building language learning platforms to spearheading healthcare initiatives to address the shortage of healthcare workers. Tihomir shares insights into their career path and the challenges and rewards of working on such impactful projects. Discover how […]

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]]> Lingoda’s career stories: Meet Saskiya, Senior Application Support Manager https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/career-stories-saskiya/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:13:00 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=80540 In our latest interview, Saskiya Brijmohan shares her journey from joining as a Business Development Representative to becoming a Senior Application Support Manager. Driven by a desire to contribute to cross-cultural understanding, she joined in 2019. If you are as passionate about making a difference, check out our career page and join our company! When did […]

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]]> Lingoda’s career stories: Meet Adrian, VP of Creative & Marketing Operations https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/career-stories-adrian/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:51:33 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79748 Building bridges, not barriers. We chat with Lingoda’s Vice President of Creative & Marketing Operations, Adrian. We explore Adrian’s path from building the creative team from scratch to leading website and marketing operations. Plus, Adrian shares insights on fostering our inclusive culture. Want to land your dream job at Lingoda? Check out our career page […]

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]]> Lingoda’s career stories: Meet Urte, Team Lead of Lingoda Teams https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/career-stories-urte/ Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79702 Today, we’re interviewing Urte Sinisi, who joined Lingoda in June 2022, inspired by the company’s mission and multifaceted approach. Intrigued by the blend of B2C, B2B, and B2G services, and impressed by the company culture, Urte embarked on a rewarding journey. We will learn about Urte’s career path at Lingoda, from starting as a Senior […]

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]]> The role of the works council in Germany: A quick guide https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/works-council-germany/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:32:05 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=79200 If you’ve recently started working in Germany, you might have heard the word Betriebsrat at your new workplace. Betriebsrat means “works council,” and depending on where you call home, you may or may not be familiar with the term. In European countries like Germany, Austria, Spain and France, works councils have been an important part […]

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]]> Germany vs. Switzerland: Comparing cost of living, jobs and more https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/germany-vs-switzerland/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 13:43:03 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=76856 Together, Germany and Switzerland make up two-thirds of the so-called DACH countries — Germany (D), Austria (A) and Switzerland (CH). As such, the two countries have many things in common, including a shared language, an excellent quality of life and relatively strong economies. However, they also differ in significant ways, from cost of living to […]

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]]> Unemployment benefits in Switzerland: A guide https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/unemployment-benefits-switzerland/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:28:12 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=76583 Even if you’re not a Swiss citizen, you may be eligible to receive unemployment benefits in Switzerland. If you meet the requirements, you can generally receive 70% of your last insured salary. Also, you do not have to fear that your residence permit will be revoked if you lose your job — at least not […]

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]]> The Swiss social security number (AHV): A guide for international residents and workers https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/swiss-social-security-number/ Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:53:25 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=76394 Switzerland’s robust and well-established social security system ensures a high quality of life and provides reassuring stability, whether you’ve lived in the country all your life or recently settled there. But in order to benefit from the ​​social security and educational benefits Switzerland has to offer its residents, you must have a Swiss social security […]

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]]> German vs. Spanish: Which should I learn? https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/german-vs-spanish/ Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:33:55 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=75787 Learning a new language is a big commitment, so it makes sense to do your research when picking which language to learn. Think about when and where you can use that language in the future. What is your motivation to learn it? Do you want to study in a different country? Do you want to […]

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]]> German vs. French: What’s the best language to learn? https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/german-vs-french/ Fri, 26 May 2023 12:28:16 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=75528 Both Germany and France play key roles in Europe and beyond. Though the two nations were at odds at various points throughout history, their reconciliation and partnership paved the way for the European Union (and modern Europe) as we know it. Today, Germany and France boast two of the largest economies in the world, shining […]

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]]> Unemployment benefits in Germany: All you need to know https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/unemployment-benefits-germany/ Mon, 28 Nov 2022 09:50:29 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=73086 Losing a job is never fun – but it can happen to anyone. In order to support people in between jobs, the German government offers unemployment benefits to anyone who’s recently lost their income or can’t meet their financial needs with their current wage. In this article, you’ll learn all about the unemployment benefits in […]

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]]> Talking money: Average wage in Germany  https://www.lingoda.com/blog/en/average-wage-germany/ Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:11:44 +0000 https://www.lingoda.com/blog/?p=70533 What can you expect to earn in Germany? Knowing the average wage in Germany can be a helpful benchmark. If you get an offer way below this, you know it’s time to negotiate or look for something else.  But the average salary alone doesn’t tell you how comfortable your life in Germany will be. Maybe […]

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