Career Mentoring Berlin

Meetup for laid off folks in Berlin

Please RSVP on luma: https://luma.com/ljk9g8mi # Laid off? Same! Barely anyone I know hasn't been laid off at least once. Layoffs feel like another Tuesday right now. That's why I call us "Generation Layoff." If you've been laid off, or feel one coming - this is your space. This meetup is for everybody pre-, during or post-layoff. Whether you stressed out about an upcoming layoff or you've been laid off and now job-hunting or want to start something of your own - come and share. No judgment, no pressure. We share where we're at, what we're going through, and what's coming next. This isn't another networking event where we hunt opportunities and call being laid off "impacted by company restructuring." We connect people based on the challenges they're actually facing - so everyone leaves with something useful, whether that's a contact, a resource, or just knowing you're not alone. Being laid off is often treated as a taboo topic - and it shouldn't be. We'll exchange all the insider tips and tricks and get stronger together. What to Expect: → A chill, zero-judgement safe space → Addressing your challenges → People helping people ORGANISATIONAL STUFFS: → We'll meet in a park, bring a blanket to sit on, a drink of your choice and some snacks, whatever it is you need for a picnic style. ​→ In case of rain we will go to the BRLO Brewery. ​If you can't find us, call +4917626669794 ​We meet in Gleisdreieck park here: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/u8T3YfrYX5q8BASV7?utm_source=luma](https://maps.app.goo.gl/u8T3YfrYX5q8BASV7?utm_source=luma)

Sunday Tech Coffee Meetup

Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin. We are usually inside and to the right. Ask the barista/bartender if you can't find us.

🪁 Childhood nostalgia in Park

For a few hours, let's forget adulting and go back to a time of **friendship bands, temporary tattoos, FLAMES**, **Washing Powder Nirma**... and hearing *"5 more minutes!"* before finally going home. Join us for an afternoon of nostalgia as we revisit the games and memories, that made growing up so much fun. We'll begin by easing into the afternoon meeting new people, **taking pictures with a few childhood props**. Then we'll jump into some **classic outdoor games** like Lemon & Spoon Race, Hopscotch, Chain Chain or wherever group energy takes us and ending with relaxing nostalgic round of **Passing the Parcel**, where every layer brings a fun childhood activity. This is a **desi girls only** **community-led meetup**, so think of this as a rough plan rather than a strict schedule. If everyone's loving a game, we'll keep playing. If someone teaches us a childhood game from their hometown, we'll happily join in. **WHAT TO EXPECT** 🎈 Fun props and little surprises for fun selfies 🏸 Outdoor Childhood games 🎁 A nostalgia-filled round of Passing the Parcel 🍬 Sponsored Delicious hand made Indian snacks by [Chattora Indian food](https://www.instagram.com/chatorra.berlin?igsh=YW05MjdiY3R3eWhm) 💬 Stories, conversations, and memories from every corner of India **PLEASE BRING** 💧 **Your own water bottle/s** —we'll be outdoors, and staying hydrated is important. 🧸 **One small childhood memorabilia or nostalgic item** *(optional but highly encouraged!)* It could be an old toy, comic, Tazo, stationery, keychain, or anything that reminds you of growing up. We'd love to hear the story behind it. **👟 Comfortable clothes and shoes** also with a little enthusiasm, a willingness to be a little silly, and an open mind. **💛 Community Corne**r If you have a picnic mat or blanket, bring it along. Have a badminton racket, frisbee, skipping rope, or another outdoor game you love? Feel free to bring that too! ### **RAIN PLAN** Since this is an outdoor event, if the weather doesn't cooperate, we'll move the meetup to **Sunday** instead. If possible, please keep both days free. **RSVP now and come ready to play! 💖**

OKR Leaders Meetup #8 @BASF - From Beginners to Experts - everyone is welcome!

### ✨ Let the lively discussions continue! ✨ Join us for our **8th OKR Meetup!** 🚀 We’re thrilled to welcome you this time to the **BASF Office**—a space that perfectly sets the stage for innovation, transformation, and meaningful exchange. For this edition, we are tackling a massive, real-world challenge: **How do we move AI from a buzzy trend to a fundamental, daily capability?** OKRs are the perfect vehicle for navigating this kind of uncertainty, but they only work if they bridge the gap between strategy and execution. Instead of just talking about theory, we are doing a **live OKR drafting session**! We are bringing together key BASF stakeholders and leaders to map out practical OKR examples on the spot. ### 🗓️ Agenda * **18:30 – 19:00:** Arrival and Registration * **19:00 – 19:15:** Welcome & Opening Remarks * **19:15 – 20:30:** **Interactive Session: OKRs in Action— Live AI Strategy Drafting with BASF** * **20:30 – 21:30:** Networking & Drinks ### ⏰ Event Details * **Date:** Thursday, August 6th * **Doors Open:** 18:30 * **Location:** BASF Office Storkower Str. 146, 10407 Berlin ### 💡 Important Notes * **Registration:** Please register with your **full name** to ensure a smooth check-in at the door. * **Media:** Photos will be taken during the event for community sharing. * **Our Promise:** 🚫 No sales, no pitches, no hidden agendas. Just honest conversations, shared learnings, and real connection. We can’t wait to see you there! **Vivien & Maxi**

Mental Health Discussion Circle

Life gets heavy sometimes and we believe no one should carry that weight alone. This discussion circle is a supportive space where we gather to speak openly about our struggles, mental health journeys and personal challenges, without fear of judgment. Whether you’re facing anxiety, burnout, grief, or just feeling lost, this is a time for real talk, real people, and real healing. 







We’re not therapists or professionals. We’re humans navigating life, just like you. What we offer is empathy and understanding. 







What to expect:
• Respectful conversations
• Listening without pressure to fix
• Optional tools (e.g. tarot cards) to get things flowing
• A calm, welcoming environment 







Come as you are. You don’t need to have it all figured out. 







The event takes place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and is donation based. If possible, please consider helping us cover the location and Meetup expenses with a small contribution. :) Paypal (Friends&Family): mhps.berlin@gmail.com

Dinner for Coaches: Reflect, Connect & Dine 🍷

**ENG** \| **GER** **Welcome to *Coach Connect*!** Hi, I am Daniela 🤍 As a passionate systemic Life and Business Coach based in Berlin, I’m so excited to build this community together with other amazing coaches. Are you a coach looking to connect with other reflective, passionate, and inspiring individuals in the coaching world? This group is for everyone who shares a love for coaching and wants to build a supportive network. What you can expect: ✨ **Exchange and Inspiration:** Meet other coaches, share experiences, and expand your perspective. 🤝 **Collaboration and Partnerships:** Find like-minded people for joint projects and exciting new ideas. 💬 **Support and Reflection:** Support each other through challenges and celebrate successes together. 🍷 **Relaxed Evenings:** Enjoy meaningful conversations and great company in an open and reflective atmosphere. 🍽 **Monthly Dinner:** Join us every first Thursday of the month for a shared dinner to connect on a deeper level and enjoy a great evening together. Whether you're an experienced coach or just starting out in the coaching world – you're welcome here! Together, we can grow, learn from each other, and create a network that enriches us all. 💛 **Contribution:** To support the organization and cover platform fees, I kindly ask for a small donation: → **€5** via PayPal You can send your donation via **PayPal to magalhda@yahoo.de** with the note **"Coach Dinner + Date of the event"**. Once received, your spot is confirmed and I’ll take care of the restaurant reservation. Can’t wait to see you there! 💛 Daniela Join *Coach Connect*! -- **Willkommen bei *Coach Connect*!** Hi, ich bin Daniela 🤍, eine leidenschaftliche systemische Life- und Business-Coachin aus Berlin, und ich freue mich sehr, gemeinsam mit anderen inspirierenden Coaches diese Community aufzubauen. Bist du Coach und möchtest dich mit anderen reflektierten, engagierten und inspirierenden Menschen aus der Coaching-Welt vernetzen? Diese Gruppe ist für alle, die ihre Leidenschaft für Coaching teilen und ein unterstützendes Netzwerk aufbauen möchten. Was dich hier erwartet: ✨ **Austausch und Inspiration:** Lerne andere Coaches kennen, tausche Erfahrungen aus und erweitere deinen Horizont. 🤝 **Kooperation und Partnerschaften:** Finde Gleichgesinnte für gemeinsame Projekte und spannende neue Ideen. 💬 **Support und Reflexion:** Unterstützt euch gegenseitig bei Herausforderungen und feiert Erfolge zusammen. 🍷 **Entspannte Abende:** Genieße wertvolle Gespräche und angenehme Gesellschaft in einer offenen und reflektierten Atmosphäre. 🍽 **Monatliches Dinner:** Triff uns jeden ersten Donnerstag im Monat zu einem gemeinsamen Dinner. Tauscht euch aus, vernetzt euch intensiver und genießt einen wundervollen Abend zusammen. Egal, ob du bereits erfahren bist oder gerade erst in die Coaching-Welt eintauchst – hier bist du willkommen! Gemeinsam können wir wachsen, voneinander lernen und ein Netzwerk schaffen, das uns alle bereichert. 💛 **Beitrag** Zur Unterstützung der Organisation und zur Deckung der Plattformkosten freue ich mich über eine kleine Spende: → gerne **5 €** Bitte sende deinen Beitrag via **PayPal an magalhda@yahoo.de** mit dem Betreff **„Coach Dinner + Datum des Events“**. Sobald er eingegangen ist, ist dein Platz gesichert und ich übernehme die Restaurantreservierung. Ich freue mich auf dich! 💛 **Daniela** Mach mit und sei Teil von *Coach Connect*!

Managing Engineers In AI Era

AI is changing what engineers build and how managers need to lead. This isn’t a lecture — it’s an interactive session. Bring your real dilemmas (evaluating AI-assisted work, keeping juniors learning, managing trust across differing AI adoption) and dig into them with: 🦸Akif Abasov — Staff Technical Lead, JetBrains 🦸‍♂️Shyam Bhat — Engineering Manager, mobile.de Small groups, open discussions 🍕 Snacks and drinks will be provided 🍪

🚀 Learn Public Speaking — Every Wednesday - The Center, Potsdamer Platz

An inspiring, high-energy meeting of public speaking, connection, and personal growth in the heart of Berlin. **Mercury Toastmasters Berlin** invites you to our weekly meeting at our new home at **Das Center, Potsdamer Platz**, in the stunning **Historic Imperial Breakfast Hall**. *Experience the **power of prepared speeches** loaded with bold ideas, participate in our **dynamic Impromptu Session**, and **gain valuable insights** during our feedback segment.* *Leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration.* *Whether you want to speak up at work, boost your presence, or just meet inspiring people, you’ll feel at home at Mercury Toastmasters Berlin.* *** **[What to Expect:](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)** ✨ A supportive space to speak, grow, and connect 🎤 Engaging prepared speeches ⚡ Fun, fast-paced impromptu speaking challenges 💬 Feedback session you can actually use 🌍 A friendly, international crowd (around 25–30 people) **Schedule** (times may vary) ⏰ 19:15 - Doors open & networking 🎙️ 19:30 - Prepared Speeches 🏓 20:35 - Impromptu Session (Guest welcome to join) ↩️ 21:00 - Constructive feedback 💬 21:30 - Food, drinks & relaxed socializing **No experience needed.** ***Come curious. Leave energized.*** *** **🤙 [Hear it from our members:](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eRtvR9DRNqU9WZQn7)** *“You can sharpen your public speaking skills and gain tons of confidence, while having fun and making new friends. Mercury is well-structured, fun, and affordable.”* — *Therese Pitt* *“Mercury gave me a safe place to speak, create, and grow. I love the multicultural vibe and supportive community. It’s the best place to learn and have fun.”* — *Krisztina Linka* *** **[Did You Know?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)** Toastmasters is where people go to get better at speaking—and grow into confident communicators and leaders. Today [Toastmasters ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)has 350,000+ members across 16,000 clubs in 143 countries. And [Mercury](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/) is one of the best places to experience it. So bring your curiosity, your energy—and just be yourself. Whether you’re just starting or ready to level up, there’s a place for you here. *** **[Wondering what you get as a member?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/membership-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)** Think expert feedback, real-world speaking practice, and a supportive crew that’s got your back. [See you Wednesday night! 🎉](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)

✨ Speak, Lead, and Connect with First Berlin Toastmasters! ✨ (in-person)

Ready to captivate any audience, nail your next presentation, or give feedback that people actually enjoy hearing? Then come check out **First Berlin Toastmasters**, Berlin's oldest public speaking club. We're a warm, supportive, and international community here to learn, practice, and grow together. Our meetings are full of laughter, and every voice adds something special. The stage is a safe space, so come by, listen, and see how much fun communication can be. Please, be our guest! The most important people in the room aren't the speakers, they're the audience. Your presence, energy, and reactions are what bring the evening to life. **When** 🗓️ Every **1st & 3rd Wednesday** of the month 🕒 Doors open at **6:30 PM** \- Event starts at **6:45 PM** sharp **Where** St. Lukas-Kirche (near Anhalter Bahnhof) Bernburger Straße 4-5 10963 Berlin 📍 [https://goo.gl/maps/AhDfDmVndqbC9A1C9](https://goo.gl/maps/AhDfDmVndqbC9A1C9) You’ll find us in the **Gemeindesaal** on the first floor of the building to the right of the church. We look forward to welcoming you! Best wishes, John aka Yevgen Schweden - VP Public Relations Important note: We take pictures and clips during our meetings for promotional use only. By attending our meetings, you agree to that by default. If you don´t want to be on any picture, please let the VP PR or another representative from the board know (for example the president.)

Rhetorik-Abend

XTC Berlin: How to train new professionals & graduates in the age of AI?

**Topic: How to train new professionals & graduates in the age of AI?** **What to Expect:** * A concise, 5-10 minute expert presentation introducing us to the nuances of the topic. * Engage in insightful discussions with fellow participants in breakout groups, exploring diverse experiences and practices. * Dive into prepared questions designed to challenge and expand your perspective on the topic. * A fantastic opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and enthusiasts passionate about software development and team building. *** **Broadening Our Discussions:** We explore a wide range of topics, including Extreme Programming (XP), agile management methods, lean theory, career management, programming katas, and other areas related to software development. Whether you're new to software, a seasoned practitioner, or an expert, your insights and experiences are valued here! *** **Event Details:** We'll gather from 7:00 PM, officially start the session at 7:15 PM, and take a break at 8:30 PM to decide the topic for our next session. Don't miss this chance to learn, share, and connect!

CorrelAid Berlin – Monthly Stammtisch ☕📊

Hi everyone, Our next CorrelAid Berlin in-person meetup is coming up! 📰📊 🗓️ When: Monday, August 10, 2026 🕠 Time: 18:30 \~ 20:00 📍 Where: Café Milagro, Bergmannkiez 12, Kreuzberg Many people in the data and tech job market are looking for more guidance, concrete ideas, and a supportive community. For the next CorrelAid Berlin Stammtisch I’d like to try a relaxed experiment: – share general career journeys and current job-search experiences, – talk about small Data4Good project ideas that could become portfolio pieces, – and see whether there’s enough interest to turn this into a regular, low-pressure support circle. There is no fixed agenda and no commitment beyond this evening, just a chance to explore whether this kind of community space makes sense for CorrelAid Berlin. If you’d be interested in joining or sharing your career journey / tips, please let us know here. Looking forward to seeing you there! CorrelAid Berlin team 💙