Global Career Update |
This edition of Global Career Update takes on topics the world over including living in France and finding a job in the Netherlands. It also explores the cost of living in Australia and reasons resumes are rejected.
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Expat managers: Bridge builders for globalization
Despite the numerous challenges that global managers and their families face when moving overseas, employing them is worth it for international companies. With the right support, planning and structure, the pay-off of employing a global manager is immense. In the right circumstance, they can build bridges in a world where national borders mean less and less. Read more
Infographic: Why your resume was rejected
There are many reasons a resume may be rejected. This infographic highlights many of the main ones. The top reasons - a resume that’s received within 200 seconds of a job posting, spelling and grammar (even one mistake!) and photos of the candidate. Also, one in three employers will reject candidates based on information found online. Read more
The true cost of living in Australia
When it comes to personal prosperity, Australians are, as a whole, the wealthiest in the world according to some measures. It can claim the highest median wealth per citizen in the world. However, average real estate prices in Australia are significantly higher than in the US, while food and drink prices are similar. Health care costs are cheaper in Australia than the US, and utility prices are about the same. Read more
Finding a job in the Netherlands
If you don’t speak Dutch and/or come from outside the European Union, it can be difficult to find a job in the Netherlands. Non-EU citizens are required to obtain a work visa, and many believe this process is a difficult one. But in the Netherlands, it doesn’t have to be. Job hunters are encouraged to learn Dutch, network to create contacts, find your competitive advantage and focus your job search. Read more
Tips for living in France
If you plan to work in France, you must start the visa process before you arrive. If you want to live there without a job, you can do so as long as you are financially dependent and apply for a “Carte de Sejour” visa. You must also prove you have health insurance. Many bureaucratic issues can take a while to process in France. It’s best for expats to try and take it all in stride. And most important - learn the language! Read more
UK Home Office eliminates UK Border Agency
At the beginning of April 2013, the UK Home Office replaced the UK Border Agency with two new agencies. One agency is now responsible for immigration and visa processing. The other is in charge of immigration enforcement. The agencies will remain within the Home Office with a Strategic Oversight Board monitoring their performance. Read more
Brazil and Mexico agree to short-term visa waivers
Brazil and Mexico have recently signed a short-term visa waiver agreement that allows citizens to travel to between the countries for short-term business or leisure without a visa. An implementation date has not yet been set. Read more
The Cost of Living in South America
More and more international jobseekers are exploring opportunities in the growing economies of South America. When expats consider moving to countries like Argentina and Brazil, one of their primary considerations is the financial conditions under which they would live, according to Mary Anne Thompson, President and Founder of Going Global. Read more
Hong Kong: Cultural Advice
Western influence has made an impact on Hong Kong, but business is not conducted entirely in a Western way. Hong Kong business is a mix of East and West. Tradition and culture are important to a company’s success as well as trust and a system of mutual obligations and favors. Read more
Ireland: Occupations in Demand
Ireland has a highly-educated and skilled workforce and, for the most part, has little difficulty finding talent apart from engineers and IT professionals. However, some other in-demand occupations include nurses, sales managers, insurance staff, chefs and mechanics among others. Read more