Millions of people around the world dream of a new, more fulfilling life by moving abroad. Unfortunately, only a small percentage ever makes it happen.
So what is stopping the rest?
For most, I imagine, it is money. After all, if you are rich enough to live where you want, and can come and go at will, then the world is your oyster.
Most of us are not in that liberating position. Instead, we have to find a way to fund this dream life overseas.
Which is where the challenges start. Questions crop up like …
- Am I eligible for a working visa?
- Will my qualifications be recognised?
- What job can I get?
- How much will it pay?
- Can I get my business idea off the ground?
- What hoops will I have to jump through?
- Is there local demand?
There can be so much uncertainty about making your relocation financially viable that I think many people just give up on the idea.
Seems a shame, doesn’t it?
If any of this has happened to you then Megan Fitzgerald, an expat career and personal branding coach, would love to hear from you. She is conducting a poll of current and aspiring expats to find the answer to an intriguing question: what is the biggest obstacle to building a successful career abroad?
The poll’s findings will reveal the most common problems people face, and hopefully offer some useful insights into how to overcome them.
To take part in the poll go to http://linkd.in/i9pnWY.
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