BlogTopic: Professional life

Topic: Professional life

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What is freelancing and how does it work?

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What is freelancing and how does it work?New to freelancing? Let us guide you through the intricacies of setting up as a freelancer and what you can expect after making the switch.

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Self-Employment in Germany: a Beginner’s Guide

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Self-Employment in Germany: a Beginner’s GuideBeing a freelancer comes with lots of perks, but the journey into self-employment isn’t always easy. Don’t worry, though! In this guide, you’ll learn all there is to know about becoming self-employed.

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What is paid time off and how does it work?

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What is paid time off and how does it work?What does PTO stand for and what do you need to know? Our guide explains the difference between paid time off and vacation.

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What are wages?

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What are wages?Find out what wages are, how to calculate yours, and the different compensation methods available for you.

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How to negotiate salary: 10 tips for a better job offer

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How to negotiate salary: 10 tips for a better job offerWondering how to negotiate salary for a new job, or how to ask for a raise in your existing role? Read on to discover our 10 top tips for getting the salary you deserve.

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Fake app testing job ads—what they are and how you can protect yourself

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Fake app testing job ads—what they are and how you can protect yourselfOnline fraudsters are increasingly looking for so-called "app testers" on job platforms. Read on to find out what to look out for—and how you can protect yourself.

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What is a salary?

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What is a salary?A salary is the money you’re paid to do a job. But there’s more to it than that. Our complete definition of salary includes how it works and what that means for you.

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If not now, when? Two founders argue for a new era of entrepreneurship

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If not now, when? Two founders argue for a new era of entrepreneurshipGermany is only slowly opening up again. Though it might not seem like it, this is the perfect opportunity to start something new. Here, two founders argue for a new era of entrepreneurship.

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Learn from founders – meet Hasib, co-founder of GoLiving

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Learn from founders – meet Hasib, co-founder of GoLivingThinking about founding your own company? We spoke to former N26 employee Hasib who has founded his own company.

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A guide to understanding your German payslip

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A guide to understanding your German payslip If you’re receiving a payslip in Germany, you might not know how to interpret all the deductions, or even what they mean. Fear not—we’ll walk you through the basics of your German payslip.

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