8 July 2026 · 6 min read
What the six-month probation period actually marks
Probezeit, waiting periods and notice rules are related, but they are not interchangeable labels.
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Probation period field notes
Careful explanations of German probation clauses, notice timing, feedback meetings and document preparation for employees who work in English.
19 June 2026 · 5 min read
Two weeks' notice during probation: four details to check
The familiar two-week phrase is a starting point, not a substitute for reading the clause and timeline.
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27 May 2026 · 7 min read
A useful agenda for a probation feedback meeting
Prepare examples, unresolved expectations and a decision timeline instead of trying to script every sentence.
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11 April 2026 · 6 min read
Notice received during probation: a calm document checklist
Preserve the letter, mark receipt and gather the right records before deciding whom to contact.
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