16.06.25 Recap Workshop: Dining Etiquette, Business Dress Codes, and Small Talk Skills | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

πŸ“… On Monday, June 16, 2025, participants gathered in Room F-S 012 to explore the unspoken rules of professional presentation during the Dining Etiquette, Business Dress Codes, and Small Talk Skills workshop.
Part of the FIT series, this session helped students understand how behavior outside of the meeting room can impact career success just as much as formal qualifications.

πŸ”‘ Key takeaways from the workshop included:
β€’ 🍽️ How to navigate business meals with confidence and courtesy
β€’ πŸ‘” Understanding appropriate dress codes in various professional contexts
β€’ πŸ’¬ Developing small talk strategies for networking events and informal business interactions

🎯 The interactive format allowed students to practice these skills in realistic scenarios, making the experience both practical and memorable.

🌍 For international students, in particular, the session offered valuable cultural insights into expectations in German business settings.

πŸ’Ό By mastering these social and professional subtleties, participants are now better equipped to make a strong and lasting impression in any setting – whether at a formal dinner, a job interview, or a casual networking meet-up.

πŸ… The workshop also contributed 3 points toward the Soft Skills & Employability category of the Employability Pass.

05.06.25 Recap Workshop: Mastering Business Behavior and Communication | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

On Thursday, June 5, 2025, students gathered in Room F-S 011 for the FIT workshop Mastering Business Behavior and Communication. The session focused on helping participants make a confident and competent impression in the German professional world.

Through interactive exercises and real-world examples, the workshop covered:
β€’ 🀝 Key elements of German business etiquette
β€’ πŸ§β€β™‚οΈ The impact of body language and non-verbal cues
β€’ πŸ—£οΈ Techniques for clear, respectful, and effective communication in meetings and workplace settings
β€’ 🌍 Cultural nuances that influence professional behavior in Germany

Particularly valuable for international students, the workshop offered insight into the often β€œunwritten” rules that shape business interactions in Germany. Participants left with a clearer understanding of how to build trust, present themselves professionally, and navigate typical workplace situations with confidence.

πŸŽ“ As part of the Employability Pass, the event also contributed 3 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability – a step forward in building a strong foundation for future internships and career success.

Juni 2025 | Recap: c2AW Workshop – Change Competence | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

Change Competence – Developing the Ability to Cope with Transformation and Change

In June 2025, the Career Service once again hosted its well-received Change Competence workshop, part of the FIT series focused on strengthening soft skills and employability. Participants had the option to attend in person on Thursday, June 26, or join the online session on Monday, June 30.

As change and transformation become increasingly prevalent in the modern workplace, the workshop provided students and graduates with key insights and tools to navigate these challenges with confidence.
Through a mix of theoretical input, self-reflection, and practical exercises, attendees explored:

  • ❓ What change competence means in personal & professional contexts

  • πŸ” Their own attitudes toward change and how these influence behavior and decisions.

  • πŸ’ͺ The skills and strengths they already possess that support positive responses to change.

  • 🧩 Established models for understanding change processes and individual reactions.

  • πŸ› οΈ Effective strategies for managing transformation in the workplace and academic settings.


πŸ’¬ Engagement & Takeaways

With active discussions and insightful takeaways, participants left the workshop better equipped to face transitions with:
🌟 Resilience | 🎨 Creativity | πŸ”„ Adaptability


πŸ“… What’s Next?

For those interested in building their soft skill profile, upcoming FIT workshops by the Career Service can be found here or on the Career Service website.