News & Tips

News & Tips Energy Day Mecklenburg-Vorpommern on April 25, 2026

On April 25th, everything will once again revolve around renewable energies and sustainable lifestyles.

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News & Tips Attracting international skilled workers: An opportunity for founders and young companies

Your company is growing – but finding the right skilled workers is becoming increasingly difficult?

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News & Tips Entrepreneurial activity in Germany: Clear upward trend

Entrepreneurial activity in Germany has noticeably increased in momentum over the past year.

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News & Tips Bogus self-employment: A recurring “grey area”

You’ve just started your own business and are thrilled about your first big order. Great!
But right now you need to be careful not to be classified as “bogus self-employed”.

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News & Tips Apply now: INSPIRED 2026 ideas competition

Spin-offs from universities and non-university research institutions are an effective form of knowledge and technology transfer.

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News & Tips Job satisfaction as a success factor

Job satisfaction is often described as a “soft factor” – but its effect is anything but soft.

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News & Tips Starting a business in times of crisis – too high a risk or special opportunity?

Especially in times of crisis, new opportunities often arise for founders.

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News & Tips FOUNDERS & INVESTORS #3 – Innovation, Financing and Entrepreneurial Spirit at Stralsund City Hall

On March 3, 2026, Stralsund Town Hall became the meeting place for the startup scene.

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News & Tips Public procurement in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania significantly simplified

In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the awarding of public contracts can now be carried out in a significantly less bureaucratic manner.

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News & Tips “Start up and fly” competition for female founders

The IHK Neubrandenburg’s women entrepreneurs’ competition for eastern Mecklenburg-Vorpommern will enter its fourth round starting on March 8, 2026!

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News & Tips If starting a business doesn’t succeed

Not everything works out on the first try – even starting a business can fail.

News & Tips Working from Home as a Challenge

Work culture in Germany has undergone a lasting transformation, as working from home is no longer an exceptional situation but has now become part of everyday life for many employees and employers.

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News & Tips Accessible website – what it means, what it looks like, and who needs it

Accessibility on the web is no longer a nice-to-have, but a central component of modern, user-friendly, and legally compliant websites.

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News & Tips Company Formation: Learning from (Others’) Mistakes

Starting a company offers many opportunities, but it is also associated with numerous challenges.

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News & Tips Germany Fund launched: Mobilising private capital

The Federal Government and KfW are providing a strong impetus to boost private investment in key future-oriented sectors.

News & Tips Start-up competition in Stralsund: Rent-free offices for 1 year

Founders with innovative business models can apply for free office space in Stralsund.

News & Tips Seasonal Short-Time Allowance: Support for Businesses During Periods of Bad Weather

Businesses in the construction industry or in landscaping regularly face the challenge during the winter months of not being able to work continuously due to weather conditions.

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News & Tips Short-term mini-job – advantages for both sides

In addition to the option of hiring mini-jobbers with an income limit, you could also offer a short-term mini-job if you have a temporary staffing need.

News & Tips Don’t forget: Daylight Saving Time 2025 ends this weekend!

This year’s Daylight Saving Time ends on the night of Sunday, October 26, 2024. The clocks will be set back from 3:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.

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News & Tips Five start-ups from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern can win a place at Slush in Helsinki

On November 19 and 20, 2025, Slush in Helsinki will once again host one of Europe’s largest start-up events – and start-ups from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern can be part of it!