Business Management

Contents Protect yourself & your business Choosing the right type of insurance Important insurance policies A quick guide to business insurance Insurance for different sectors Important types of private insurance A quick guide to private insurance Self-employed & part-time employed? Social security & managing directors Compare insurance offers regularly    Protect yourself & your business …

If you’re self-employed and have a side job in Germany, your health insurance status can get complicated. This guide explains how to assess your main income type, what rules apply, and how to make sure you’re properly insured.

Contents Purpose of an employment contract Drafting employment contracts Mandatory content per the Verification Act Key clauses of a German employment contract Contract duration Job description Right to transfer  Working hours Remuneration Notice period Incapacity for work  Secondary employment Confidentiality Cut-off period Non-compete clause Severability clause Create an employment contract for part-time work Prohibited clauses …

Summary A loan agreement under German law involves the lender transferring money to the borrower, who becomes free to use it but must repay it later. Agreements should be in writing, outlining loan amount, term, repayment schedule, interest rate, default terms, and termination rights. Larger or formal contracts often include acknowledgement of debt or guarantees …

Contents Preparing to search for investors Where can I find interested investors? How should I contact investors? How can I persuade investors? What should I do when an investor wants to give me money? Other financing strategies Want to know more?   1. Preparing to search for investors In Germany, investors who are ready and …

Summary Choosing a company name in Germany requires ensuring it’s unique, compliant, and not already trademarked. Check business and trademark databases, and confirm domain availability before using it for branding or registration.  Contents Firmenname, Unternehmensbezeichnung or Geschäftsbezeichnung? The road map to a viable company name  Step 1: Choose a company name Step 2: Assess your …