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August 21, 2026 Michael Kaiser

InterNations Webinar “How to Get a Good Job in a Different Industry” on August 30, 2026

Participate for free in the next InterNations Webinar I’m giving as an InterNations Global Consul featuring the topic “How to Get a Good Job in a Different Industry”. It will take place on Zoom on Sunday, August 30th, 2026, at 5 pm GMT.

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LinkedIn newsletter article "How to Handle Difficult Interviewers"
July 31, 2026 Michael Kaiser

LinkedIn newsletter article “How to Handle Difficult Interviewers”

Regardless of how thoroughly you’ve prepared for your job interview, you can’t predict its exact course. However, the better prepared you are for difficult issues, the more effectively you can respond should they suddenly arise. In my latest newsletter article on LinkedIn, I explain the most common problematic interviewer archetypes you may face and how to tackle them.

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July 16, 2026 Michael Kaiser

International Job Seeker Q&A for InterNations on July 26, 2026

Participate in this free Q&A session to get professional, practical answers to your burning questions about your international job hunt. It’ll take place on Zoom on Sunday, July 26th, 2026, at 5 pm GMT.

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LinkedIn newsletter article "The Pros and Cons of Including Salary Expectations in Your Cover Letters"
June 21, 2026 Michael Kaiser

LinkedIn newsletter article “The Pros and Cons of Including Salary Expectations in Your Cover Letters”

In my latest LinkedIn newsletter article, I discuss when and how to address your salary expectations in your cover letters.

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June 18, 2026 Michael Kaiser

InterNations Webinar “How to Sell Your Work Experience in Your CV / Résumé” on June 28, 2026

Participate for free in the next InterNations Webinar I’m giving as an InterNations Global Consul featuring the topic “How to Sell Your Work Experience in Your CV / Résumé”. It will take place on Zoom on Sunday, June 28th, 2026, at 5 pm GMT.

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May 17, 2026 Michael Kaiser

InterNations Webinar “How to Craft Persuasive Cover Letters” on May 24, 2026

Participate for free in the next InterNations Webinar I’m giving as an InterNations Global Consul, featuring the topic “How to Craft Persuasive Cover Letters”. It will take place on Zoom on Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at 5 pm GMT.

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LinkedIn newsletter article "Why In-Person Networking Still Wins"
May 1, 2026 Michael Kaiser

LinkedIn newsletter article “Why In-Person Networking Still Wins”

Networking in person is slower than online activities in this regard, but it might be more effective. In my latest newsletter article on LinkedIn, I explain how in-person networking can help you land a great new job faster.

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April 29, 2026 Michael Kaiser

Job Seeker Q&A for InterNations on April 30, 2026

Participate in this free Q&A session to get professional, practical answers to your burning questions about your job hunt. It’ll take place on Zoom on Thursday, April 30th, 2026, at 4 pm GMT.

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March 16, 2026 Michael Kaiser

Job Seeker Q&A for InterNations on March 22, 2026

Participate in this free Q&A session to get professional, practical answers to your burning questions about your job hunt. It’ll take place on Zoom on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, at 6 pm GMT.

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February 3, 2026 Michael Kaiser

Job Seeker Q&A for InterNations on February 22, 2026

Participate in this free Q&A session to get professional, practical answers to your burning questions about your job hunt. It’ll take place on Zoom on Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, at 6 pm GMT.

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Voices of clients about my work:
50+ Testimonials
  • On May 20th, Mr. Benjamin U. from Bern wrote to me:

    »A HUGE COMPLIMENT! Your career website is an incredible portal of knowledge, guide and motivator all in one. My only regret is that I didn't come across it a year ago already.«

  • On July 19th, Mr. Tilmann B. from Erlangen wrote to me:

    »Without Michael Kaiser's email course on CV writing, I wouldn't have gotten the job, period.«

  • On October 6th, Ms. Sandra L. from Münster wrote to me:

    »Your website is extremely informative and better than any of the countless guides I've read so far!«

  • On February 4th, Ms. Angelika T. from Pinneberg wrote in her testimonial:

    »Without Mr. Kaiser's valuable advice, I would certainly not have gotten this job so quickly.«

  • On August 30th, Ms. Veronika P. from Einbeck wrote to me:

    »In spring we had discussed the idea of making my CV clearer and easier to understand. That's what I did and it was very well received: One application – TWO invitations to interview!«

  • On September 3rd, Ms. Mercy O. from Cap Town wrote to me:

    »Thank you for the seminar ["Successful Salary Negotiations"], slides and the contacts. It was enlightening and very timely as I'm using the skills taught to negotiate a better salary for myself currently. You were very helpful.«

  • On November 23rd, Mr. Thomas S. from the Verden District wrote to me:

    »I thought my CV was good, but Mr. Kaiser taught me that I was wrong. Now that I have truly perfect documents, applications are fun again, whether via job advertisements or networking.«

  • On February 10th, Mr. Jan R. from Hamburg wrote to me:

    »The resulting application documents led to one success after another as I got almost always invited for a job interview.«

  • On December 31st, Mr. Sebastian R. from Hohenfelden wrote to me:

    »Your radio program ["Increase your professional success through hypnosis"] made a tremendous impression on me and I'm very glad I listened to it.«

  • On October 9th, Ms. Caroline B. from Regensburg wrote to me:

    »Michael helped me to see that I have plenty to offer to new friends and contacts – it’s just finding the best way to present myself that is essential.«

  • In November, Daniella L. from Albion wrote about me in her testimonal:

    »If you want to achieve your career goals or develop and manage your HR department, reach out to Michael Kaiser, you won’t be disappointed.«

  • On December 9th, Mr. Thomas S. from the Verden District wrote to me:

    »I must say, I'm impressed and amazed. My new documents make a huge impact. My respect: Your approach to applications seems to work perfectly.«

  • On February 4th, Ms. Angelika T. from Pinneberg wrote about me:

    »If you think that you can't get more out of your CV and applications, you haven't met him yet.«

  • On November 27th, Ms. Josée M. from Canada wrote in her testimonal:

    »I thought I was a pretty savvy job hunter, but when I joined one of Michael's webinars, I realized I was missing crucial elements. I'll absolutely rely on his expert advice and insight to help me navigate this tricky process and avoid disappointments and frustrations.«

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