Why it is worth moving to Frankfurt (and not to Berlin)

Frankfurt

● In Frankfurt people still walk around relaxed, look around and take their time. Despite the lively hustle and bustle in the Westend, Bahnhofsviertel or Opernplatz, they don't seem stressed, but rather perfectly balanced. The almost annoying hipster appearance finds just as few imitators here as the practiced tunnel vision, eyes fixed straight ahead.

● The fashionable appearance of the people of Frankfurt would be described as well-balanced: stylish and still cool. The people are like the city itself – dynamic, international, vibrant and stylish.

Another plus point: You don't have to worry about a wild cyclist hitting you or hitting you when you cross the street.

● “I’m on the guest list”. Before a club night, you don't have to go through all of your contacts so you can casually stroll past the line that you might otherwise have to stand in for two to three hours. Relax with friends or on the banks of the Main, pick one up and then head to the club, without having to dress in black and wait until 3 a.m. until it's legal to go. Doesn't that sound wonderful?

● The nights are shorter – yes, that can be an advantage. If you're not partying Friday through Saturday lunchtime, you can actually enjoy the weekend and use it to recover from the week and do what you otherwise don't have the time for. You get more out of your weekend.

● Instead of the usual Vietnamese restaurant that offers innovative dishes like glass noodle salad and sweet potato tofu curry, there is a whole range of international restaurants and pubs in Frankfurt with really good home cooking. Add an Äppelwoi and you'll be completely happy.

● Want to pick someone up from the train station, buy clothes or visit friends in less than 45 minutes? Easy. Around the corner is not just literally around the corner. The many skyscrapers make the city appear larger than it actually is. In truth, everything is quite concentrated and if you don't feel like walking, a taxi will take you to another part of the city in 15 minutes.

● No fashion week – yes, that is actually an advantage. Wanna be influencers, laughed out PR people, coked up hipsters who are currently working on a “dope project, but can’t reveal more yet, bro”. They're all looking for the next afterparty, just to score free drinks, of course. As if paying for your drinks is frowned upon?!
Networking, talking about the actual reason for the events/events or even about sustainable fashion trends? – “I'm crazy, I'm crazy, now pass over my free G&T.” In any case, you won't find any really important or international people there.

And if all that wasn't reason enough to move to Frankfurt, the airport certainly is.

Download the con.tact app now and get to know like-minded people with whom you can experience Frankfurt offline.

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How you can find new friends in every city

“So, where have you lived?” What was unimaginable for our parents' generation is now commonplace, if not essential, for us: frequently changing where we live. The reasons for moving to another city, or even another country, are varied and yet similar. But hand on heart, how many good friends do you make if you live multi-locally and constantly meet new people? If you know how, it's not that difficult to find new friends in any city.

con.tact – the app for when you are traveling (alone).

“The further I travel, the closer I get to myself” – Andrew McCarthy
Traveling has become an integral part of our lives and many people end up in a foreign country for three to twelve months. The reasons for this are simple: quitting your job, burnout, finishing your studies or to find yourself again. And because one of the best things about it is making new acquaintances, we'll show you how you can easily meet people on your travels who you'll want to stay in touch with afterwards.

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How you can find new friends in every city

Freundinnen

You have a new job, are being sent to another location for a project, are starting a course of study or simply need a change of scenery.

Our striving for freedom, self-realization and an unconventional lifestyle have long since replaced the traditional values of our parents.

Book a flight on your cell phone, find your apartment on the way to the airport and take part in meetings on your laptop from anywhere and at any time, no matter where the rest of the team is.

Digital technologies and a globally networked infrastructure allow us to hop from one place to the next quickly and flexibly. Unfortunately, what often falls by the wayside are long-term friendships.

And although social networks already imply what they are there for, in the end you only connect with people you already know, friends of friends, or receive requests from creepy strangers and fake profiles.
At con.tact we believe that shared experiences, similar interests and passions create the basis for friendship. No matter what continent you are on.

That's why we designed our app so that you can quickly, easily and safely meet the people who share exactly these things with you.
You just have to actively search and invest some time. It is well known that twiddling your thumbs and waiting brings little benefit.

● Build self-confidence – People notice when you are at peace with yourself. Think about what you like about yourself.

● Find your passion – take language or cooking courses, go to bookstores, cafés or gyms.

● Nothing ventured, nothing gained: If a meeting doesn't result in friendship, it's trying, not losing. Giving up is for losers.

● Ask questions – a listening ear and interested questions can pave the way for new friendships.

● Be yourself - and you will find the friends who appreciate you as a person.

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con.tact – the app for when you are traveling (alone).

“The further I travel, the closer I get to myself” – Andrew McCarthy
Traveling has become an integral part of our lives and many people end up in a foreign country for three to twelve months. The reasons for this are simple: quitting your job, burnout, finishing your studies or to find yourself again. And because one of the best things about it is making new acquaintances, we'll show you how you can easily meet people on your travels who you'll want to stay in touch with afterwards.

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By the time you get to work, you'll notice that contacts and vitamin B are essential for your professional career. Whether you are looking for a new job, good employees or the right contact person for a specific topic, a strong network is the key to success and can open many doors for you. In this post you will find out how you can build a quality network with high-profile contacts, optimize your networking skills and continually expand your network.

5 tips on how to make new friends and expand your network

Finding friends is not that easy when you no longer meet the same people every day in the schoolyard or at university. And in the end, you never see the stranger who, after three hours of deep talk through the cigarette smoke in the pub, you declare to be your best friend, with whom you “definitely meet for a beer every day”. again. So let's be honest - finding the right friends doesn't become less important as the years go by, but it does become increasingly difficult. Especially in a world in which social life is increasingly digital and people rarely stay in one place for long. That's why our professionals have come up with five tips that will make it easy for you to get to know new people.

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con.tact – the app for when you are traveling (alone).

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Our content creator recently traveled alone through South America for four months and experienced all sorts of crazy things, discovered beautiful places and, above all, had encounters that will have a lasting impact on her.

We asked her what is important when traveling (alone) and how to meet people with whom you don't just want to meet for a single vino, but who represent real value add to your life in the long term.

  1. Book into hostels! Logically, a hostel is not a hotel and you have to make minor compromises when it comes to comfort. In addition to the significantly lower price, you can meet a lot of like-minded people from all over the world, with whom you can sometimes even travel further and who can give you insights for your next travel destinations and tours.
  2. Before you go out to dinner with someone just to avoid sitting at the table alone, jump over your shadow and be your own date. Not only can people watching be pretty entertaining, but the food tastes better when you're not being talked to by someone who doesn't share anything in common with you. You will also gain self-confidence. It's not uncommon for you to end up at a table with people who feel the same way or who are simply celebrating the fact that you dare to go to the restaurant alone.
  3. Free walking tours are offered in almost every major city. Not only will you learn interesting insights about the place and its cultural and political background, the tours are really ideal for getting to know new people.

With con.tact you finally have the opportunity to easily find people who have common interests and enrich your trip.

So pack your backpack and do the things you love. Maybe one of your con.tacts has similar goals.

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5 tips on how to make new friends and expand your network

Finding friends is not that easy when you no longer meet the same people every day in the schoolyard or at university. And in the end, you never see the stranger who, after three hours of deep talk through the cigarette smoke in the pub, you declare to be your best friend, with whom you “definitely meet for a beer every day”. again. So let's be honest - finding the right friends doesn't become less important as the years go by, but it does become increasingly difficult. Especially in a world in which social life is increasingly digital and people rarely stay in one place for long. That's why our professionals have come up with five tips that will make it easy for you to get to know new people.

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Good times ahead! 5 tricks for a happy life

Mann springt auf der Straße

Negative thoughts and experiences are difficult to shake off, let alone control. Have you ever noticed that with a positive attitude you overcome challenges better, interact differently with those around you and generally appear more self-confident?
Not everyone is blessed with a healthy dose of optimism, but with our tried and tested methods everyone can become a soldier of fortune.

 

1. Establish a morning routine!

When you're still asleep in bed in the morning, do you check Instagram to see what a great life the rest of the world is leading? Leave it!
The morning makes the day and before you start looking at everything you don't have, invest the time in yourself and your well-being. Just 15 minutes of yoga or meditation sharpen your senses and ensure inner peace. Set your focus and smaller goals for the day and you will see that you make it more conscious and productive.

 

2. Spend time in the fresh air!

Not groundbreaking advice, but often underestimated: spending time in the fresh air can significantly reduce stress. Especially in summer, the sun stimulates our body's own vitamin D production and gives you a crisp complexion.

Of course, with a full-time job you can't just walk around outside all day long. But you should take the time for a short walk every now and then. You'll see: After a creative break in nature, things start to feel much better.

 

3. Music on, head out!

Of course, you should listen to music that lifts you up rather than down. Put on a song that makes you happy, close your eyes, and just try not to think about anything. You'll be amazed at how quickly the stress disappears. Ask your contacts what playlists they listen to to unwind.

 

4. Be grateful for every day!

We take a house over our head, food in the fridge and clothes on our body as a given, but for many people it isn't.

Instead, we like to nag; whether because of the neighbors, the late train or the gray soup that we Germans like to call heaven.

When we regularly focus on the positive things around us, we are happier during the day and go through life more consciously. Happy vibes – happy life.

 

5. Be open to new things!

Remember the last time you tried something new and the feeling you had afterwards. Was it a good thing?

Then jump into the cold water more often. Travel alone, talk to strangers or book a hostel rather than a hotel on your next vacation.

Trying new things broadens your horizons, makes you a more open-minded person and promotes personal development.

Do you want to meet new people and experience things, but don't know where to start?

We designed con.tact so that you can easily and safely make new acquaintances and find friends who share your similarities and goals with you.

So jump over your shadow and try something new.
Happy contacting!

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5 tips on how to make new friends and expand your network

Finding friends is not that easy when you no longer meet the same people every day in the schoolyard or at university. And in the end, you never see the stranger who, after three hours of deep talk through the cigarette smoke in the pub, you declare to be your best friend, with whom you “definitely meet for a beer every day”. again. So let's be honest - finding the right friends doesn't become less important as the years go by, but it does become increasingly difficult. Especially in a world in which social life is increasingly digital and people rarely stay in one place for long. That's why our professionals have come up with five tips that will make it easy for you to get to know new people.

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Do more things you love! Our inspo for your 2022 bucket list

Mann auf Boot

Who doesn't have it in their head: their own, very personal bucket list. The ones you want to get through before you're too old for most things. The one you still proudly tell your children and grandchildren about. Unfortunately, for many people the to-do list remains just an idea and, true to the motto “Out of sight, out of mind”, it is only thought about again when many of it is no longer possible.

Things that you keep in mind on a regular basis become more easily manifested in your memory. So write down your travel and life goals somewhere where you can easily find them and look at them often.

We have come up with some inspo for your very own bucket list. Exchange ideas with your con.tacts, you're sure to find friends with whom you can tick off one or two points together, or who can give you inspiration for further options.

You have one life, make it a good one.

  • Swim in Lake Titicaca
  • To be published in a book
  • Have a threesome
  • To star in a series/movie
  • have anal sex
  • Visit the best restaurants in the world
  • Record your own song
  • Hitchhiking / Hitchhiking in a foreign country
  • Live in another country
  • Driving through Italy in a motorhome
  • Get your diving license
  • Having Sex in Public (and Getting Caught)
  • Own a dog
  • Start a family
  • Become a well-known DJ
  • Climb Mount Everest
  • Win the Nobel Prize
  • Fly a plane yourself
  • Learn a new language
  • Pursue a doctorate/receive a doctorate
  • Have an affair
  • See the Northern Lights
  • Start your own business
  • Visit all 7 wonders of the world
  • Making the world a better place
  • To accompany an IPO
  • Get your pilot's license
  • Having sex with someone of the same gender
  • Move to Paris
  • Have your own art collection
  • Open your own bar
  • Skydiving from an airplane
  • Climb jumping
  • House Running
  • Become a crypto millionaire
  • Move to New York
  • Sell a self-painted picture

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5 tips on how to make new friends and expand your network

Finding friends is not that easy when you no longer meet the same people every day in the schoolyard or at university. And in the end, you never see the stranger who, after three hours of deep talk through the cigarette smoke in the pub, you declare to be your best friend, with whom you “definitely meet for a beer every day”. again. So let's be honest - finding the right friends doesn't become less important as the years go by, but it does become increasingly difficult. Especially in a world in which social life is increasingly digital and people rarely stay in one place for long. That's why our professionals have come up with five tips that will make it easy for you to get to know new people.

Yes!
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