2026-05-12
What German recruiters scan first on a Lebenslauf
Before anyone admires your achievements, they check whether the document looks like a German application at all.
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Notes from adapting applications for German employers
Short articles on Lebenslauf habits, cover letters, and the small formalities that still shape first impressions in Germany.
2026-04-03
Anschreiben that answer the Stellenausschreibung
A strong Anschreiben is short, specific, and slightly formal — and it names the employer’s problem in the first half-page.
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2026-03-18
Photos, length, and Anlagen — small rules that still matter
Not every German employer wants a photo — but length, file naming, and attachments still signal whether you understand local process.
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2026-02-09
Translating job titles without losing seniority
A literal translation of your old title can undersell or oversell you. German ads use their own ladder of responsibility words.
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