Listen "It's compensation, mate!"
Episode Synopsis
Your German payslip hides more than it shows.In this episode, we break down how to actually understand your total compensation as an international in Germany: salary, bonuses, equity, and benefits and how to make each of them work for you.We explain why salary is your stability, bonuses are your flexibility, equity is your upside, and benefits are your protection. From tax classes and social contributions to company pensions, 13th-month salaries, RSUs, and blackout periods, we unpack how German compensation really works, what to watch out for, and how to plan your finances around it.Whether you’re negotiating your next role or finally trying to make sense of your payslip, this episode helps you see your income as a system, not just a number.Ready to turn your compensation into a real plan?Book your first session at financemate.de.
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