Be honest with yourself.
Looking for a job in Germany can feel like following a straight path.
Applications, interviews, contract.
Step by step, one after the other.
But the reality is rarely that simple.
What makes the real difference is self-assessment.
Not the polished version, but the honest one:
Are your skills already at the level the job requires?
Do you have enough practical experience?
Or is it wiser to strengthen your skills first – or seek support before stepping in?
Because employers see expectations.
But you need to see yourself.
With an honest check-in, you can use trainings, mentoring or language offers more effectively.
You can close gaps, set realistic goals and avoid frustration – for yourself and for others.
You’re not wrong if this feels difficult.
It just means you’re in a system that expects positioning as much as progress.
Where do you stand right now – honestly?
And what kind of support would help you move forward with more confidence?
Job ready?
