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Where is everyone moving to, and why? Anyone thinking of moving abroad will, of course, have their own reasons for moving – according to MoveHub's report on global moving trends, 30% of respondents think that cost of living is the most important thing to consider before moving, with 50% claiming they moved for better employment opportunities. We look at the most popular destinations to move to.
Europe is full of cities on the move, be it improving infrastructure, to heightening inspiration. Savills Investment Management's measure of the most dynamic cities in Europe highlights the cities with the best prospects for commercial investment, though it is a good indicator of a city's development for anyone hoping to move there. London topped nearly all five of the metrics used by Savills to take the overall top spot, and the UK as a whole features strongly across the different categories.
The UK has long been a popular destination for foreign workers, with a stable government, a culturally diverse society and job opportunities. In 2016, foreign workers made up 11% of the UK labour market. Deloitte's study reveals the attitudes of those based in the UK, as well as those outside of it, towards work and life in the country, particularly post-Brexit.
Mercer's latest cost of living report has revealed the most expensive and the most affordable cities for expats. This year Asian cities took the most places in the top ten most expensive cities, along with several European cities. However, some of the cheapest cities can also be found in Europe and Asia. The rankings were assessed as per the cost of living for an expat working abroad.
Elina from Estonia is an independent marketing consultant and web design project manager, who's running her business with a close friend from her home in Australia after moving there over seven years ago. Elina outsources a lot of work, but she has no employees, nor is she employed by anyone else. Like others who have abandoned the traditional nine-to-five, she's involved in more than one venture. For anyone looking to make a similar leap, here are Elina's five insights in starting a small business in Australia.
Ghana
Italian journalist Antonella decided to move to Ghana and set up her own business. She also blogs about her day to day life as well as broader issues affecting the country and the broader Sub-Saharan region. She tells Expat.com about how she finds life in Ghana so far.
For years, Europe has been attracting professionals from all around the world, so you might as well have considered moving there as part of your career development. However, your chances of being hired in Germany, the UK, France or the Netherlands depend on more than your degrees and work experience. The job search meta engine Joblift unveils the top must-have soft skills in Europe.
Greece
Rob Johnson is a self-described 'reluctant olive farmer' and an author in Greece. Originally from England, Rob has just published his new book, 'A Kilo of String', which gives fellow expats and anyone thinking of moving to Greece some insight into the oddities and unique aspects of living there. Rob tells Expat.com a bit about how he's finding day to day life in Greece, olives and all.
Millennials are becoming increasingly influential in the workplace as they rise through the ranks of big businesses. Having grown up with technology and weathered a global recession, millennials are forming a larger and larger part of the workforce. So what are their thoughts on business and the future of business? Deloitte's latest survey presents the outlook educated and employed millennials around the world have on global social, economic, and business matters.
The freelance and entrepreneurial economies are thriving, especially among the Millennials and Gen Z working population. In 2016 there were 55 million freelancers in the USA, and it's estimated that by 2020 freelancers in the US will make 50% of the total workforce. But where do freelancers and digital nomads work? You have definitely seen them in the cafés or the park, however, with more than 10,000 coworking spaces around the world, remote work has been redefined. Here we look into the benefits of coworking spaces, the etiquette for deskmates, and we give you tips on how to choose the right coworking space for you.
Ahlem is a blogger and the founder of Digital Nomads Media. Born in France to Algerian parents, she grew up in a multicultural environment — it's this setting that sparked her love for languages and travelling. Ahlem has lived in Mumbai, London, Madrid, Dublin, Lisbon, and currently she lives in Barcelona. A sales manager at Google for six years in the field of online advertising and marketing, Ahlem created the site last year after leaving Google to pursue her own passions. She is a digital nomad who writes about her travel experiences and entrepreneurship on her blog.
The decision is made – you are moving abroad. But where do you start from? What do you need to get done before you leave? For the organised amongst us, making a list is probably the best way to make sure everything goes smoothly, and nothing is forgotten. As your departure date gets closer, you will need to operate to a timetable – it will help you not to miss your paperwork's deadlines and will ensure nothing is overlooked.
Stepping into the world of digital nomads is a brave career and lifestyle choice to make. Due to the passion and uncertainty involved in such a radical change, we suspect that you don't just want to make it, you want to thrive! So, if you recognise in yourself some of the following trades – determination, independence, curiosity, and a healthy disrespect for authority – and you know what you are good at, then you are ready to launch your brand as digital nomad. Sara, a digital nomad and freelance writer, gives you some tips on how to make this profile outstanding and profitable.
Startups are certainly about the idea, but they are also about location. Where you launch your startup can make all the difference in how quickly your business progresses and how successful and straightforward financing is. We take a look at Startup Genome's latest report on the world's best ecosystem for startups, and find out where the expat entrepreneur should be looking next.
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Have you ever imagined starting a new life abroad without anything set in stone? No job or an employer awaiting for your arrival, no accommodation sorted, but with the only thought in mind that you have to make it work. Lenny and her husband from the Philippines dared to do exactly this -- to take the risk and to dream big. And you will be happy to know that they made it! Let's hear their inspirational story as shared with Expat.com.
You want to rediscover your passion, to dedicate your time to a job that doesn't simply pay the bills — it makes your day. You know other people have done it, and you are ready to quit your nine to five and become a digital nomad. Here are a few top jobs that you could do remotely with all your heart while enjoying the freedom of travelling, managing your time, and balancing your life. Choose the job that best suits your talent and skills, and join a diverse community of digital nomads who have taken the courage to live life through experiences.
Türkiye
Teacher Alan Scott first moved to Turkey in 1995 and, when he returned to New Zealand, he realised that Istanbul had become the place he called home, so made the move a permanent one in 2001. When he's not teaching, he's writing on his blog or working on his autobiogrpahy. He talks to Expat.com about how he came to adopt Turkey as his home.
For fluent or native English speakers, teaching English abroad is often a great opportunity to experience life in another country. The importance of English as an international language means that other expats as well as native residents are often keen to have their children learn English, alongside local or other widely spoken languages. So, it may be easier than you think to take the leap and jump into life in your dream destination.
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