Build Your Career In Germany: Employee, Freelancer, or Founder?

Overview

Our three speakers will share their experiences and perspectives as an experienced professional, a freelancer, and a founder.

Starting a new life in an unfamiliar country is never easy, especially in Germany. Language barrier, cultural differences, government bureaucracy, complex regulations…

For internationals hoping to build a sustainable career in Germany, every path comes with uncertainty and challenges, whether that means finding a well-paid job, starting a business, or becoming self-employed.

Does the German job market only value linear career paths?

How can career changers take that first step?

What unexpected challenges come with freelancing or starting a business in Germany?

For this event, we invited three guests from different countries and professional backgrounds. Each has lived in Germany for many years and built a career here.

Our speakers are:

• Mónica Cabildo, Confidence & Leadership Coach.

• Vivian, Ex-Big Four Consultant | Life Sciences Project Manager | Podcaster.

• Maaz A. Shaikh, Fitzelt startup co-founder.

Who is this event for?

• Internationals and students who are new to Germany and want to restart their careers here

• Professionals considering a career change

• Anyone curious about freelancing or entrepreneurship

• Freelancers and founders looking to connect with like-minded people
  

Agenda

• Guest talks: 45 min.

• Q&A: 20 min.

• Panel discussion: The highs and lows of employment, freelancing, and entrepreneurship in Germany - 40 min.

• Networking Time: 20 min.