Real Estate
We Help People Move to Berlin and Find Work
The Berlin Life is a community-minded hub of information and services that makes moving to Berlin and finding work easier.
We provide guides to life in Berlin, career coaching services, and connections to a wider community.
Hi, I’m Cheryl. My mission is to help you move to Berlin and find work.
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 50+ Guides
Our comprehensive guides cover everything from moving to Berlin, living and working in Berlin, as well as eating & drinking.
Check Our Partner Offerings
See our partner offerings for deals on products and services that will help you get settled in Berlin.
Level Up With Career Coaching
Get expert guidance to improve your job applications and interview skills to succeed in German market.
Have Your CV & Cover Letter Reviewed
A budget-friendly alternative to coaching, have your CV or cover letter reviewed by an experienced professional.
Signup For A Mentor Hour
Book time with Cheryl to get advice about moving to Germany and finding work.
Stay in the know and get the latest news in Germany, know which companies are hiring, be invited to our events, and more.
Build Your LinkedIn Network
Add your contact name to our LinkedIn list and connect with other likeminded professionals in Germany.
Join Our Events
Attend one of our online workshops, casual meetups, or ladies’ networking events.
Volunteer With Us
We need volunteers to help with social media management, community building, event organization, and more.
Shop Our Gear
Get branded merchandise like t-shirts, tote bags, and mugs in our Etsy shop.
Featured Berlin Life Guides
This moving to Berlin guide will help you settle in like a local. We cover finding a flat, kita, getting a bank account, SIM card, and more.
If you want to move to Berlin (or anywhere else in the country), see these highly demanded jobs in Germany & how to make your move a reality.
Follow our top tips about how to save energy and money in Germany, while helping the planet at the same time.
Find out the different ways you can make friends in Berlin with these tips about how to meet new people in the German capital.
Our Berlin Life hacks advise you on where to get groceries, best transit options, where to open a bank account, find a locksmith, & more.
How much money do you need to move to relocate to Germany? Use our calculator to find out how much it will cost to move to Germany.
An honest and detailed guide with job-hunting tips from a local career coach advising you on how to find a job in Berlin in 2023.
Quit your job in Germany like a boss and use our guide which takes you through your resignation letter, negotiating your last day, and more.
MOVING TO BERLIN
WORKING IN BERLIN
LIVING IN BERLIN
EATING & DRINKING IN BERLIN
As Seen In
Publications and events featuring The Berlin Life
