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Episode 11: Willkommen an Bord!

  • Your Guide to Careers in Germany (Podcast)
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You’ve landed the job, and now you’re about to start working in a new German office. But as if starting a new job wasn’t exciting enough, adapting to a new workplace culture can feel a bit overwhelming. That’s where this episode comes in: We will discuss onboarding processes, what's expected of you and how to connect with your colleagues.

To answer these questions and to share some tips we spoke with two experts in the field:

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