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Prepare for Growing Pains
As exciting as it is to move and work abroad, such monumental change can also bring on waves of anxiety.
Routines and cultural norms you take for granted don’t exist in other countries. Instead of fighting against them, recognize the benefit of a different way of doing things—learn new customs and challenge yourself to adapt to different business practices.
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- What kind of day-to-day lifestyle are you looking for?
- Is there a particular climate you prefer?
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- Be extremely keen on your finances and establish any possible expenses you will make and include ex-pat tax implications
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It involves using personal, professional, academic or familial contacts to assist with a job search, achieve career goals, or learn more about your field, or another field you'd like to work in.
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