How flexible do I need to be for my job?
In an era characterized by globalization, technological innovation, and shifting consumer needs, flexibility has become a crucial competency, especially within freight forwarding and logistics. But...
Michel Rothgaenger
Questions the interviewee should ask
When applying for a position in freight forwarding and logistics, it's essential to understand not only the job description but also the company's culture, values, and challenges. A job interview is...
Michel Rothgaenger
Logistics jobs through social media
In the digital age, social media has become an indispensable platform for job hunting, especially within freight forwarding and logistics. With companies actively searching for potential candidates...
Michel Rothgaenger
Warehouse logistics specialist
In a digital age where e-commerce has overtaken traditional retail, warehouse logistics has become an indispensable part of the supply chain. When we click "buy now" on our favorite online store,...
Michel Rothgaenger
How can I tell that it's time to look for a new job?
In a time when the dynamics of the job market are constantly changing, finding the right career path can be a challenge. Many consider changing jobs for various reasons, and it's important to...
Michel Rothgaenger
Logistics tech trends and their impact on job seekers
The last few years have seen massive changes take place in the logistics industry and a lot of them are because of the new, disruptive technologies that are emerging. Some of these have the potential...
Michel Rothgaenger
Why work in logistics and transport
Logistics and transport are the backbone of the modern economy, ensuring that goods, services, and information flow efficiently and timely from producers to consumers. With increasing globalization...
Michel Rothgaenger
How to resign gracefully
In the modern working world, it's not uncommon for employees to change jobs multiple times throughout their career. There are many reasons why people choose to resign from their jobs. Some of the...
Anne Voigt Kjaer
Shipping merchants - key players at the harbour
Germany is a seafaring nation. With more than 100 million tons of goods passing through German waterways every year, good shipping merchants are in demand. German shipowners own about one third of...
Michel Rothgaenger
What makes the perfect job?
In the pursuit of the perfect job, many face the challenge that what is ideal for one person may not necessarily be for another. But what makes a job perfect? Is it the salary, the work environment,...
Michel Rothgaenger
Job, Tips, Office, Work-Culture
Managing heterogeneous teams
Whether you are an experienced manager or an absolute novice, leading a team is not easy. Every person is different and has different needs in terms of how to guide him or her to achieve the best...
Michel Rothgaenger
Why people change jobs
In a world where I'm often asked by people starting their first job or recent graduates, "Why do people change job positions?" To sum it up: The main reason people change jobs is that they either...
Anne Voigt Kjaer
Returning to the Office after the Pandemic
The return to the office Since march 2020, most of us have been working from home. But now that the end of the pandemic is getting closer and closer, things are starting to slowly turn back to...
Anne Voigt Kjaer
What does Gen Z expect from their employer?
Generation Z, also known as Gen Z or iGen, refers to people who were born between the mid to late 1990s and the mid to late 2010s. Gen Z is the first generation to grow up with widespread access to...
Michel Rothgaenger
Why travelling makes you better at your job
Summertime is travel time for many people. Time to get away from everyday life for a moment and instead relax, experience new things and enjoy activities in regions far away from home. Traveling can...
Emilie Jo Ipsen
Lifelong learning
I know that I know nothing - Socrates (469 - 399 B.C.) How often are we not confronted today - especially in our professional lives - with the same statement that we know nothing? This is not about...
Luna Schrøder
Posting a job as an employer
In our daily work, we come across many job posts. All of them are directed toward the company’s next employee and hope to attract as many candidates as possible. Many HR departments use its standard...
Luna Schrøder
Interview, Application, Job, Tips, Preparation
Common Interview Questions
Job interviews can vary greatly depending on the industry and the person involved. Nevertheless, there are some questions that are asked very frequently, regardless of the industry. Preparing for...
Luna Schrøder
Winning over your new team
Stepping into a new leadership position can be challenging, especially when the team is accustomed to a previous management style. However, with the right approach and understanding, you can quickly...
Emilie Jo Ipsen
Time for a job change
Sooner or later we all reach a point where we think about our professional situation and ask ourselves whether the current job is (still) the right one. A job change is quite normal nowadays, hardly...
Luna Schrøder
How to find a new job
In a world where freight forwarding and logistics are constantly evolving, finding the right position that matches your skills and ambitions can be a challenge. But fear not! With the right...
Luna Schrøder
Specialization or generalization?
In most industries there comes a point in everyone's career when you have to decide between specialization and generalization. This choice will be important in determining the direction of your...
Emilie Jo Ipsen
Job, Tips, Office, Work-Culture
More Teamwork
While we are brought up to be modest, we soon learn that a big ego usually leads to success more quickly. Those who are louder and put out their elbows will get ahead and have the say. This continues...
Emilie Jo Ipsen
Being busy vs being productive
It’s important to acknowledge the difference between "working hard" and "working productively”. Working a lot and being busy is easy. I'm sure you're very busy right now, too. Yet you are reading...
Luna Schrøder
January - the month of the new job
When the calendar turns to a new year, it's not just time for New Year's resolutions, but also a golden opportunity to consider new job opportunities, especially within the freight and logistics...
Lena Görmann
What to consider in a job offer
Work is made up of many factors, so as employees it is on us to consider all these aspects and reflect critically if we think we could be happy and do a good job in the company. It will be worth it...
Luna Schrøder
Rejecting a job offer correctly
Declining a job offer can be a challenging task, especially when you want to maintain a good relationship with the company for future opportunities. It's essential to handle the situation with tact...
Luna Schrøder
Avoid these mistakes when resigning
Switching jobs, especially within the freight and logistics sector, is a natural progression in one's career. But how do you ensure a smooth transition without burning bridges? Are You Prepared?...
Michel Rothgaenger
Asking for a pay raise
Asking for a pay raise makes many of us uncomfortable, but it is on the employer to take initiative and ask for what he/ she wants. No matter how good you are, your boss will not simply offer you an...
Emilie Jo Ipsen
Interview, Application, Change, Job, Tips
Presenting yourself in a job interview
Preparing for a job interview in the freight and logistics industry requires more than just knowing about the company. Preparing for a job interview in the freight and logistics sector requires a...
Luna Schrøder
How to make your application stick out
We all know that certain qualities are desirable in a worker, which may also be why in many descriptions people describe themselves as "creative", "strategic" and "motivated". These are terms are...
Luna Schrøder
Balancing Work Life & Personal Life
The Challenge of Balancing Work and Family Life In today's busy world, many face the challenge of balancing work commitments and family life. With demanding jobs and family needs, it can often feel...
Luna Schrøder
Self-care in the workplace
Why self-care is important Taking care of yourself in the workplace is important for many reasons. Despite this, we regularly ignore it or recognize it as something not as important as finishing the...
Lena Görmann
Air Traffic Management Assistant
The aviation industry is a dynamic and complex world where efficiency, precision, and speed are key. With increasing globalization and the need for rapid delivery of both passengers and goods,...
Michel Rothgaenger
Island culture at the workplace
In a world where many companies are characterized by a corporate structure resembling islands, it's due to their organization by divisions (such as marketing, controlling, etc.), by national or...
Emilie Jo Ipsen
A professional annual review
In a world where the transport and logistics industry is known for its dynamism and constant change, being a key player in global trade makes it crucial for professionals in this sector to take the...
Michel Rothgaenger
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