How long did it take me to land my very first job after graduation?
Spoiler: it wasn’t because of my performance – the answer comes at the end.

Hello dear friends of thought-provoking content, as promised, here’s my report from the Job Fair in Leipzig.

My conclusion upfront: It wasn’t a leap forward, but a time travel back to my early job-seeking years – overwhelmed, alone, without perspective. And sadly, this impression was confirmed in many conversations with exhibitors.

Big promise, small reality

The fair advertised 150 companies. In reality, there was only a manageable number of exhibitors in the congress hall – from temp agencies to industry & tech, public service and more.

What surprised me: more than half of the visitors had a migration background.

What shocked me: many companies seemed completely unprepared for that.

SMEs show how it’s done

Small and medium-sized enterprises answered my questions about inclusion, language support, and hiring processes directly and pragmatically. B2 German was usually sufficient, and many offered language courses. But: all job ads were only in German – barriers remain from the very beginning.

Corporates stuck in the past

At large, established companies, I felt transported back in time: German as a strict requirement, no support offered, no responsible HR people on-site, no clear answers on diversity or visa processes. Remote work? Met with skeptical looks. For many young talents: discouraging instead of motivating.

The visa dilemma

Many young people live in a visa carousel: a Jobseeker Visa allows you to stay and look for a job in Germany – but not to work. An actual work visa requires a signed contract. Deadlines, bureaucracy, and companies unwilling or unable to help make it a real career roadblock.

Young people at their limits

I spoke with many visitors who travel from fair to fair, hoping for a chance anywhere. The most common statement: “I’ll take any job!”

My conclusion

The majority of companies are clearly overwhelmed by the reality of today’s labor market. We urgently need more transparency, clear processes, communication at eye level, and language support to make integration truly possible.

SalesPro4U – Creating Perspectives for Young Experts

I remember very well what it feels like to be overwhelmed and without orientation at the start of my career. It took me 9 months to land my first job. Countless applications – sent by post, of course. In the end, I only got the position because I filled the women’s quota and knew someone who knew someone. Without this “luck,” I would have been left empty-handed. So much for equal opportunities.

That’s exactly why SalesPro4U exists.

We build a community where international and diverse talents don’t get lost in bureaucracy but are seen as people. With individual coaching – from CV & interview prep to assessment center training and even job application videos – we guide them step by step into the job market.

Our values at SalesPro4U:

• Empathy instead of indifference
• Structure instead of hurdles
• Real opportunities instead of rejection clichés

👉 To companies: Open up to diversity, remove barriers, and give young talents real opportunities, because that’s what being up to date means.

👉 To policymakers: Enable faster procedures, real funding programs, and transparent support, for both companies and applicants. Only then can fair chances emerge instead of frustration and bureaucracy.

👉 To experts & young talents: Don’t give up! Use the chance to become visible, we at SalesPro4U support you with coaching, guidance, and access to strong business networks.

📩 Contact us: expert@salespro4u.com

Let’s create integration, innovation, and sustainable careers – together. 🚀

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