
Long vs Short
“Where do you see yourself in five years?”In Germany, this is more than a polite question.It’s part of a cultural expectation system. Much of what happens here follows a long-term logic:Careers, education paths, contracts –…
INSIDE CULTURE ACADEMY
INSIDE CULTURE ACADEMY
LearningGermany is not a guidebook – it’s a cultural lens.
This blog series offers practical reflections for international students and professionals navigating life in Germany. It explores the hidden rules behind systems, expectations, and everyday interactions – and makes visible what often goes unsaid.
These posts are written from within the system, but with those in mind who are entering it.
They’re not about mastering German culture overnight – but about building bridges of understanding, one insight at a time.

“Where do you see yourself in five years?”In Germany, this is more than a polite question.It’s part of a cultural expectation system. Much of what happens here follows a long-term logic:Careers, education paths, contracts –…

New here? Or already in the middle of the application process.You see plenty of diversity statements. In large companies, processes and forms are often structured along diversity dimensions. And yet, one thing remains unspoken. Maybe…

New job in Germany?And wondering why learning here often feels harder than it should?You’re not alone. These are the hidden barriers many internationals face:• Your onboarding feels like “learning by doing,” with little guidance.• Feedback…

Selling yourself? Sounds wrong – but matters New here? Or just tired of hearing that you need to “be more confident” in interviews?You’re not alone. In many cultures, good work is supposed to speak for…

What help looks like – and why it doesn’t always feel that way Some insights stay with you. Last time, we looked at how information is shared in Germany.Formally, factually, often without much relation. Today…

New here? Or just overwhelmed by German instructions?You’re not alone.Many of the people we work with tell us:“I read the info, but I still don’t get what I’m supposed to do.” That’s why I’ve started…