Topic: Professional life

Man taking notes working with a calculator and a laptop.

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.
7 min read
Miriam Wohlfahrt & Valentin Stalf.

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

Germany 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.
4 min read
Hasib A. Samad.

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

Thinking about founding your own company? We spoke to former N26 employee Hasib who has founded his own company.
4 min read
20 euro bill with a shirt shape.

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.
6 min read
two women working in a art design studio.

How to start your own business

Founding a company is a major commitment. We've put together a checklist to help you get started.
7 min read
man with a laptop and a woman on his side looking to the laptop.

Changing careers—how to be financially prepared

Changing jobs? Read our guide to budget for your career change.
6 min read
Woman standing on top of a small mountain.

Sabbatical leave—what it means and how to finance it

Taking sabbatical leave? Discover our guide on how to take a sabbatical
6 min read
Max Brenssell and Jack Lancaster, founders of Plantclub.

Learn from the founders—meet Max and Jack from Plantclub

Max Brenssell and Jack Lancaster founded Plantclub and deliver plants to workplaces. Here they share some valuable insights into the founding of their own company.
4 min read
Vincent Audoire and Rob Schumacher, founders of Feather.

Learn from founders – how Vincent went from employee to co-founder of Feather

When is the right time to found a company? Vincent Audoire offers some valuable insights into the founding story of Feather.
3 min read
Woman working on a lap top.

Freelancing FAQs: everything you need to know about freelancing

Going freelance is a big career change and may leave you confused. Read answers to the most commonly asked questions about freelancing.
1 min read
man typing on a laptop.

How to be a freelancer in Germany

Learn how to handle everything as a freelancer—from your anmeldung and health insurance to your bank account, residence permit, and more.
8 min read
A freelancer woman working in a light apartment with a computer and notebook.

Working from home the N26 way—6 tips to make the most out of your home office

Many of us are working from home right now. Read on for insights on how we’re handling this new situation at N26, and which tips we found useful.
6 min read