FAQ series

Frequently asked questions part 3: moving and working abroad

From moving, to working and settling down in a foreign country

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This FAQ series consist of several parts where I summarised the most-asked questions during online/ offline mentorships and speakerships into a bite-size Q&A articles. In this third part (if you miss the first part and second part, find it here), I will be covering one of the most-asked topic in during my mentorship experience: moving abroad. This article will cover the pro(s) and con(s) of moving abroad, as well as steps or consideration that you could take if you have a similar plan. I will also linked some of my previous writings/ web recommendation/learning materials for some of the FAQs below.

If you are a someone who is currently looking or planning to upscale your career overseas and move abroad but feel unsure/ overwhelmed by the unknown, this is for you.

Please note that all these answers are both my personal and professional opinions, based on my real-life experiences. But don’t hold this as your absolute truth and basis for decision making — personalise these answers to fit your circumstances. Here we go:

1. Why did you decide to move abroad?
   Simple answer. I received an offer that was too good to reject. It…