International moving is an ending and a new beginning all at once. It is saying goodbye to beloved family and friends, a job, walking in the snow or having a latte at your favorite coffee outlet. And it is also saying hello to new adventures, new friends and new opportunities.
The Chaos of Moving Theory (part 1)
When I was moving to China, I don’t remember much chaos in my mind, just lots of excitement. When I moved to Brunei the excitement wore off after exactly 3…
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50 Ideas To Create a New Career Abroad
Over 50 Ideas for a New Career Abroad. Whether you’d like to be an Overseas Study Adviser, a Wine Expert, an Actor, Photographer or a Recruitment Specialist, here’s a list to get you started.
The Paradox of Time: creating your own sense of urgency abroad
I’ll admit it, time is my friend. I’m a procrastinator. Tidying the house? Tomorrow. Writing my blog? Day after. Finalising my brochure? Tomorrow night. But if I’m too tired, the…
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Becoming your own boss abroad
When I moved to China 5 years ago, I gave up my career. I didn’t have a work permit. I didn’t speak Chinese. After years of working and being able…
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Is Your Self-Image Jetlagged? It’s Time to Adjust Yourself To Your New Timezone
Jetlag. We’ve all suffered from it. Waking up in the middle of the night or in the early morning, after flying across time zones to go “home,” our home away…
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Best Online Study Websites- Study Online Part 3:
Where to start with finding an online study course can be confusing. I have gathered the best online study platforms for you.
Study Online Part 2: 8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting An Online Study
Thinking of signing up for an online study program? Spend a few moments thinking about what you’d like to get out of it. That will improve your chances of not just signing up,…
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Study Online Part 1: Advantages of Starting and Succeeding at Online Studies
As expats, we use the internet to keep in touch with loved ones and (ex) colleagues. We watch Netflix for our favourite series, let Amazon deliver packages to our home…
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Back home is where the heart is- or not?
Repatriation is the hardest move of all. Or so they say. What can you do to make repatriation easier?