Workplace: Can a good career be planned in advance?

In professions that attract a large number of applicants, luck plays a huge role. That’s because in the last round of the recruitment process, it’s often the case that everyone is equally good. Photo: dpa

“Graduate from school, then do an internship abroad, complete your studies with top grades and work hard at your dream job. Also, don’t forget to network.”

That’s the way to climb the career ladder, right?