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The Germany Experience

Life in Germany, as seen through the eyes of outsiders. Featuring the stories of foreigners who moved to Germany - either temporarily or permanently - and tips and advice for life in Germany. Get an i... Read more

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Q&A: Self-learning B2, dealing with language barrier frustrations, and is there foolproof advice for making friends in Germany?

Q&A: Self-learning B2, dealing with language barrier frustrations, and is there foolproof advice for making friends in Germany?

You sent in some questions about life in Germany, and I try and answer them in this episode.THE GERMANY EXPERIENCE AT PO... Read more

6 Jul 2022

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Probezeit: The first six months in a German job (Lisa Janz, Job Coach Germany)

Probezeit: The first six months in a German job (Lisa Janz, Job Coach Germany)

The first six months in a new job is important. In Germany, it is usually a trial period - or "Probezeit" - and it is a ... Read more

29 Jun 2022

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