Career networking platforms like LinkedIn and Xing have become essential tools for job seekers and young professionals looking to grow their careers. But with premium memberships promising better networking opportunities, job search insights, and career development resources, many people wonder: Is LinkedIn Premium worth the money? The answer depends on how actively you use the platform and which features you plan to take advantage of. Here’s a closer look at when a LinkedIn Premium membership can help accelerate your job…
Category: Jobhunt
How to Survive the Jobhunt Marathon (Without Losing Your Mental Health)
You’ve been chasing your dream job for a while now.But your jobhunt is taking much longer than you expected. What started as a quick sprint has turned into something very different: a marathon. And not just any marathon—sometimes it feels like an uphill battle with no clear finish line. That realization can be overwhelming. So the real question becomes:How do you survive a jobhunt marathon without burning out or losing your mental health? Here are some honest, practical ways to…
4 Smart Questions to Ask Your Thesis Supervisor (That Most Students Miss)
If you’re working on your bachelor’s or master’s thesis, your supervisor can be one of your biggest assets—not just for academic success, but for your future career. Most students ask technical questions about their research. That’s important, but it’s not enough. If you want to stand out, improve your thesis, and prepare for life after graduation, you need to ask smarter questions. Here are four essential questions every student should ask their thesis supervisor—but often doesn’t. 1. What Are the…
3 Unexpected Interview Questions That Make You Stand Out
Job interviews can feel high-pressure—especially for young professionals trying to balance confidence with preparation. It’s completely normal to rehearse answers and plan smart interview questions, but there’s one thing many candidates forget: 👉 Being curious and authentic matters just as much as being prepared. If you come across as overly scripted or reserved, it can make the conversation feel stiff—for both you and the interviewer. The best interviews feel like real conversations, not performances. Why Asking Unique Interview Questions Matters…
5 Worst Reasons to Accept a Job Offer During Your Jobsearch
If you’re in the middle of a jobsearch, receiving a job offer can feel exciting—and sometimes relieving. After sending dozens of applications and attending multiple interviews, it’s tempting to say “yes” right away. But before accepting an offer, it’s important to pause and ask yourself why you want the job. During a jobsearch, many professionals—especially early in their careers—accept positions for the wrong reasons. These motivations may feel valid in the moment, but they can lead to frustration, poor job…
Should You Take Up a Fixed-Term Position? Pros and Cons for Your Job Search
Fixed-term contracts are more common than ever—especially for young professionals and recent graduates entering the job search. When browsing job ads today, temporary or fixed-term positions often seem like the norm rather than the exception. If you’re early in your career, you might be wondering: Should I apply for fixed-term roles, or focus only on permanent positions during my jobsearch? While it’s true that you don’t always get to choose the type of contract you’re offered, understanding the pros and…
Why It’s OK to Be Second Best in Your Job Search
Why is it okay to be second best—especially during a jobsearch? Shouldn’t you always strive to be the best? From an early age, we’re taught to aim for excellence. Being second best often feels like failure, or even worse, like being average. Without a doubt, you should always give your best effort in everything you do. But when it comes to your jobsearch, being second best isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it can sometimes work in your favor.…
You think you are not qualified – Think again!
When you are job hunting, you are browsing many job ads. If you are anything like me, reading through the job requirements makes your stomach turn. At first glance, you do not seem to have any of the qualifications. No point applying for the job then? Stop! Reconsider. Maybe you have the qualifications or work experience without even realizing it. The following helps you to realize that you have a lot of experience. So apply for interesting positions. Your have…
How to stay motivated when job hunting
Unfortunately, job hunting can be a lengthy process. The longer it takes the more difficult it becomes to keep your motivation up. Especially, when receiving a lot of sorry letters or, even worse, no feedback at all, everyone’s motivation can take a nosedive. This is normal and nothing to worry about. The important thing is that you keep going and that you keep your motivation up long term when job hunting. So follow these four tips to stay motivated when…
How to do a video application to get your next job
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, face-to-face interview meetings have been reduced a lot. In addition, meeting your future employer on networking events such as job fares is also less likely due to various restrictions. Because of this, a video applications are a great way to allow a possible new employer to get a somehow personal impression of you as a person. Besides, video applications are not very common, yet. That makes your application stand out from the crowed. A video…