We Help People Move to Germany and Find Work
The Berlin Life is a community-minded hub of information and services that makes moving to Germany and finding work easier.
We provide guides to life in Germany, career coaching and job application review services, as well as connections to a wider community.
Hi, I’m Cheryl.
A Canadian in Berlin for 10+ years, I have the unique experience of moving to Berlin – not once, but twice. During my time in Berlin, I’ve had five different visas and worked as both a freelancer and a permanent employee for numerous Berlin companies. I even managed to find a new job during the pandemic and again in 2023, during Germany’s recession and massive layoffs in tech.
My day job has involved work as a hiring manager, overseeing the recruitment of countless people, as well as a team coach helping teams and individuals work better and find happiness in their careers. Through my side projects, I’ve also shared my personal experiences by publishing a series of helpful blog posts, creating a thriving community of job seekers, and hosting events to help people find work in Berlin. In 2021, I decided to put my coaching and recruiting talents to use by creating The Berlin Life, bringing my existing content and community together in one spot.
The combination of my personal and professional experience means I know exactly what it takes to move to Berlin and find work.
How We Can Help
Browse Our German Life Guides
Our 60+ comprehensive guides cover everything from moving to Germany, finding a job, and setting in as a newbie.
Check Our Partner Offerings
See our partner offerings for deals on products and services that will help you get settled and save money in Berlin.
Level Up With Career Coaching
Get expert guidance to improve your job applications and interview skills to succeed in finding a job in German.
Get a CV & Cover Letter Review
A budget-friendly alternative to coaching, have your CV or cover letter reviewed by an experienced hiring manager and career coach.
Subscribe for the latest news in Germany, job opportunities, career advice, and more.
Join Our Events
Attend our monthly community mixers or women’s networking dinners.
Build Your Network
Add your contact name to our LinkedIn list to connect with other likeminded professionals in Germany.
Listen to Our Podcast
Tips & tricks about living and working in Germany, doled out in bite-sized tidbits.
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Our Values
Our core values reflect who we are and guide everything we do. 🙌
We strive to be authentic, honest, and realistic when discussing difficult and complex topics.
We foster a sense of community with our partners and customers.
We are committed to those we help and are empathetic to people in tough circumstances.
We care about the quality of the content we create and the services we offer.
We make our content and services accessible and relevant to a diverse group.
We are subject matter experts, with relevant professional experience and qualifications.
We focus on our community and not on ourselves.
We welcome feedback and willingly engage in dialogue.
We empower people through teaching and coaching methods, so they can do things on their own.
What People Are Saying About Us
Sometimes, we get rave reviews and love from our community. 💛
Tari
Thank you for all the great tips I have picked from reading through your blogs. I am German with a remigration background, so in some cases, I am learning just like a first-timer in Germany, which is why I appreciate your views, tips, and links.
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