Navigating the challenging IT jobs market together
In the last 5+ years in Germany as a software developer I've:
Worked as an employee for almost 2 years on a blue card visa
was laid off more than once
Worked as a freelancer for last 3+ years on a freelancer visa
Recently, I got my EU Permanent residency application approved inspite of different challenges(related to Covid, ongoing war in Europe etc.,) I faced as an expat freelancer over the last 3+ years in Germany.
The peace of mind and the sense of relief that comes with this is hard to express in words. My linkedin post here has more details about my story, in case you'd like to learn more.
Call To Action
If any of you are currently navigating the challenging IT job market in Germany and if you have any questions for me related to finding IT jobs(both as an employee/freelancer) & more specifically related to:
How to get interviews
How to prepare for interviews
Blue card or freelance visa related questions(I can only share my personal experience and not offer legal advice)
Advantages & requirements of a freelance visa
Advantages of a blue card visa
Working towards a PR when having a freelance visa
Difference between a normal PR and EU PR in Germany
How to make the most of the time in between jobs(in case of layoffs or otherwise)
You have other questions/challenges you'd like to discuss pertaining to your new job/current job/job search
This get together meetup is intended for you and is an attempt to provide a safe space to be seen, listened to, & be understood and also answer your questions on any of the above topics.
Sharing Experiences is welcome: As a fellow human, I'm one among you & I might not have answers to all of your questions. I'm also a big believer in Bill Nye's quote: "Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don't.". Everyone is encouraged to also share their experiences as well so that more people could help each other out in general.
Meetup related code of conduct guidelines
Please register for this meetup only if you agree to act in accordance to the below meetup guidelines:
People come first
Each participant has an equal chance to participate
Only exception: If they choose to skip their turn
What is discussed in the meetup stays in the meetup
We all listen to understand than to be understood
You agree to follow the Berlin Code of Conduct
Everyone is invited to this event. Registrations are limited and its on a first come first serve basis due to hosting capacity constraints. Please feel free to spread the word.