Personal and professional
Support for your individual situation
Expertise in employment law
German employment law explained and applied
Clarity & Resilience
Clarity, resilience, and confident decision-making
Online and International
Flexible sessions in German, English, and Spanish
Services
How I Can Support You
Integrated coaching and legal expertise help you move forward with confidence.
As an experienced employment law advisor and employment legal advisor, I provide clear guidance and coaching to help expatriates understand German employment rules, resolve workplace challenges, and confidently navigate their professional and personal transitions.
Personal satisfaction at work and satisfaction in private life are closely linked. If one of these two fields is disturbed, it inevitably affects the other: One's own energy balance is no longer right.
This is why it is sometimes necessary to take stock of one's life situation in order to analyse and rethink it. Only then can you decide for yourself what steps you want to take in the future.
In these reflection processes concerning your working world and your personal environment, I can be at your side to gain clarity. And to develop new perspectives together with you to increase your productivity and satisfaction.
In addition to mental coaching and mediation, strong knowledge of German employment law helps me understand your situation, clarify your employment-related concerns, and guide you toward practical solutions.
Good mental coaching is essential for overcoming personal challenges and barriers in both your life and your work environment. Using a structured approach, we first identify and analyse the issues you are facing, and then work together to resolve them. The next step is to define clear goals and create a path that helps you regain your inner balance and move forward with confidence.
Mediation is an independent accompaniment and structured mediation between the parties involved in the conflict, towards a constructive settlement of the conflict. The accompaniment is neutral and accompanies the solution process, so that a compromise is found, which corresponds to their interests and needs.
Mental coaching and mediation concern different areas of life, but they intertwine. This is especially true in the context of the work environment. Let's just name some few aspects here: mental resilience in the workplace, management, facing the mental load which comes along with leadership and career planning balancing work stress, career planning, and personal self-care (work-life balance and priorization).
As an experienced mental coach, I support individuals in strengthening their mental resilience, managing workplace pressure, and finding clarity in challenging professional and personal situations. Through structured mental coaching, we work together to develop practical strategies that help you move forward with confidence and balance.
Intercultural components in communication
The communicative component in dealing with other people, especially when an intercultural component is involved, is a key factor. There are also many practical and psychological tasks to deal with when moving from one country to another, especially culture shock aspects. These effects always arise when you move from one culture to another, even if it seems so similar at first.
The task of communicating with others, especially internationally is demanding. I'll provide you with the tools you need to analyse your situation, to identify goals and take steps to grow personally and in your career.
In case you are moving to Germany for work, it is crucial to know the essentials of the employment legislation in Germany, as well as in employment organization and proven strategies for troubleshooting. I can be your guidance for acquiring problem solving strategies and their practical implementation in your work environment. Especially if culture-shock issues occur.
All areas have a reciprocal effect on each other. That is why I follow a holistic principle in my approach.
Whether you are adapting to a new work culture, dealing with workplace challenges, or seeking clarity about German employment law, I can support you with practical guidance and mental coaching. Contact me today to start finding solutions and building a balanced and successful path forward.
How ?
Sessions are possible online per videocall, Viber / Zoom or also by landline. Worldwide - no matter where you are located.
Professional and personal well-being are closely linked. When challenges arise in one area, they often impact the other. Taking the time to reflect on your current situation, gain clarity, and determine the best way forward can be an important step toward positive change.
I help you reflect on your professional and personal circumstances to gain clarity, discover new perspectives, and increase both productivity and overall satisfaction. Combining mindset coaching, mediation, and extensive knowledge of German employment law, I provide a well-rounded approach to assessing your situation and guiding you toward informed, confident decisions.
7 facts about me...
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Law studies in Germany (both german state exams)
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Admitted attorney at law with the RAK Berlin
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Postgraduate studies LL.M. (Master of Laws)
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Four languages
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10+ Years of experience in advising various people in all walks of life and from different cultures, including the management, employees, employers
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international experience (Argentina / Costa Rica /Australia)
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Current home base: Berlin, Germany
When I'm not working, you can find me ...
… mostly doing sports, preferably in the outdoors, walking in nature, having a coffee with a friend, clubbing or on a date with my partner.
FAQ
General questions
What is special about ilkane mentalcoaching & law?
The field of labor law is as exciting and real as life itself. Because in the work environment people from different social backgrounds, countries, cultures work together in a small space. This is not always free of conflict. But I believe there is a better way than having everything decided in court. We are all human beings and as such we should try to find constructive solutions. This is the interface I am working on.
What is the focus in mental coaching in employment law?
My focus is to find out with you in personal coaching in individual sessions on what challenges you currently have in your personal or professional environment. These must first be identified. Afterwards, I make a legal classification so that you can avoid (further) problems.
This applies to the immediate area of the work environment as well as to the "soft" components of the private sphere. Because life does not only consist of work ;-)
Explore the intersection of mindset coaching and employment law.