Workshop / Seminar
Take Charge of Your Career: The Hidden Rules Behind Getting Hired and Promoted (Part 2)
Fr., 11.12.2026 | 14:00 bis 18:00
Veranstalter: Career Service
Maximale Teilnehmeranzahl: 15
Is getting hired/ career success really just a matter of luck?
Have you ever wondered why someone else landed the internship, exciting project, or promotion you were hoping for? While it may seem like luck, successful careers are rarely built by chance.
In this interactive workshop, you'll discover what really influences hiring and promotion decisions. You'll gain valuable insider insights into the factors that managers/ supervisors consider when selecting candidates, identifying high-potential employees, and making career advancement decisions.
Drawing on more than 20 years of executive leadership experience, the trainer will share practical, behind-the-scenes perspectives on what makes candidates stand out—and how you can actively shape your own career path from the very beginning.
Don't leave your future to chance. Learn how to position yourself strategically and take control of your career right from the beginning!
What You Will Learn
By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
- Understand the hidden criteria managers/ supervisors use when recruiting and selecting future talents.
- Position yourself strategically to increase your chances of securing internships, job offers, and future promotions.
- Communicate your strengths, achievements, and potential with greater impact.
- Strengthen your communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and credibility.
- Develop a proactive mindset and learn how to create opportunities instead of waiting for them.
- Build a personal career strategy and identify the next steps for your professional development.
- Reflect on your strengths, values, and career goals to make informed career decisions.
Workshop Format
This highly interactive workshop combines concise expert input with practical exercises, real-life case studies, small-group activities, role plays, and guided discussions. You'll have plenty of opportunities to apply what you learn and exchange ideas with fellow participants.
Lecturer: Stefan Piekny, Consulting & Training
This workshop is divided into two complementary sessions:
Part 1: December 4, 2:00–6:00 p.m.
Focus: Understanding how recruitment works in Germany from the perspective of managers/ supervisors
as well as hiring managers, and learning how to present yourself effectively throughout the application process.
Please register on Jobs & Events!
Part 2: December 11, 2:00–6:00 p.m.
Focus: Building a successful career within a company, increasing your visibility, and communicating your achievements effectively.
Please register on Jobs & Events!
We highly recommend attending both sessions, as they build on each other and provide a comprehensive understanding of job entry as well as career success in Germany. However, it is also possible to register for and attend only Part 1 or Part 2.