So you’ve gotten the Opportunity Card and you’re now in Germany… what next? In this video, I break it down clearly: the Opportunity Card is an entry into Germany, not a guaranteed stay. It’s basically you telling the authorities “I have what it takes to get a job,” and now it’s time to prove it. That’s why my first advice is to start applying for jobs ferociously—ideally even before you apply for the visa. Applying early helps you understand the market, what recruiters want, the skills/tools your field needs, and it even gives you interview practice before your visa time starts counting. I also talk about what will increase your chances: learn German (this is the best time to do an intensive course), target the right cities (not only Berlin/Munich—think smaller cities and Mittelstand companies), and develop a big appetite for rejection because Germany job hunting is a numbers game. On top of that, don’t just send CVs—network online (LinkedIn, Xing, Indeed) and attend career events in person. I also touch on money realities like taxes (use a Brutto-Netto calculator before salary negotiations), focusing on in-demand skills (including AI), and understanding German work culture (punctuality, structure, directness). And finally: please enjoy Germany too—staying bent over a laptop all day is how seasonal depression starts here.