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The benefits of international mobility are great for organisations and expat employees who want to develop their career through international experience and come out of their comfort zone. Of course, global mobility comes with many challenges for all stakeholders involved. With the pandemic still in the picture, there's a lot of re-evaluation and adaptation to be made.
Globally, factors such as inflation, unemployment, and economic growth define salaries. With the ongoing pandemic, countries have witnessed an increase in unemployment levels, higher inflation rates, and an economy that is in an indefinite crisis. What does it mean for salaries?
In June last year, the IMF had predicted a 4.9% drop in global growth for 2020 — a percentage that was revised to 4.4% in October. We are in February 2021, and there are no signs of transition to normality before this year's third and fourth quarters. But innovation and entrepreneurship, accompanied by aspiration, discovery, and evolution are forces that cannot be suppressed until we wipe out Covid-19.
After the Covid-19 labour market changes, expatriate and mobile employability will never look the same. The pandemic has shaped the labour market of tomorrow in so many ways — from how we communicate with our colleagues and where we work from to job losses among low-skilled workers, child-carers (mostly mothers), and the youth.
The global health crisis had a significant impact on the global labour market, leading to a sharp rise in the unemployment rate. If you're looking for a job as an expat or you're looking to recruit, here is what foreign professionals bring to a business.
To celebrate Expat.com's 15 years of existence is to celebrate all the expats who make us who we are. Over the course of December, we shared with you a selection of interviews we had previously carried out. We got in touch with these expats to check up on them and to get a first-hand account of where they have been since they were interviewed.
The global health crisis had a significant impact on the global labour market, leading to a rising unemployment rate. Finding a job abroad can, therefore be a tedious task. Still, there are other options to consider, like doing an internship or volunteering abroad. Young expats talk to us about their experience and about the benefits of gaining international work experience.
Is a person ever too old to become a writer? Or an expat? For Jerry Nelson, our expat guest blogger from Argentina, the answer to both is no. You're never too old to become a writer and certainly not too old to be an expat.
Malaysia is planning to reduce its foreign workforce in order to promote employment for Malaysians. Its approach is similar to that of other top expat destinations, such as Singapore, Saudi Arabia, etc. Meanwhile, other countries are seizing the opportunity to boost their economy by enhancing their image in the eyes of foreigners. What does this mean for foreign professionals who are looking to a career change overseas?
Most expats move to Europe for better career prospects and higher living standards. However, it's not always easy to find a job and a salary that meets your expectations. Rent, cost of living, etc., are some of the factors to take into account. So if you wish to thrive and enjoy a better quality of life, which cities should you consider?
Since the early days of the global health crisis, many companies have switched to remote work. This does have a considerable impact on both careers and the mental health and well-being of employees. What about professionals who are looking to work abroad after the crisis?
One of the top destinations for working abroad, Dubai recently announced the new Remote Working Visa, which is being managed by Dubai Tourism. This visa is intended for foreign professionals who would like to stay at least one year in the emirate without having to leave their job in their respective home countries.
Have you ever woken up with a big smile on your face to get ready for work? If the answer is no, it only means that you're not happy with your job. What if you had the chance to make your childhood or teenage dream come true? Have a look at the coolest jobs around the world. An ancient thought says: "Choose a job you love – and you won't have to work a day in your life!”
World-famous for their excellent quality of life, high living standards and attractive salaries, Singapore and Hong Kong are no longer top expat destinations. Singapore recently announced that the hiring of locals would be prioritised from now on, which means that there are fewer chances for expats who are looking to boost their career in Asia. However, there are other countries you might consider for a post-COVID-19 move to Asia.
“If you share food, you end up sharing emotions.” Meet the lady who piques your culinary interest not just through food, but also an emotional connect. Manasi, from India, arrived in Amsterdam in 2018. Within six months, she was running her own business; a social dining platform that brings people together over authentic cultural food meet-ups, culinary tours and experiences as well as through online cooking workshops in a unique setting of people's own homes. The idea is to enable people to experience authentic cultural dining.
With the COVID-19 crisis, thousands of young students and graduates around the globe had to give up the idea of working abroad while others are rather waiting for the right moment to move. Taking into account current travel restrictions and the rising unemployment rate in most countries, how can you gain international work experience abroad during the crisis?
While finding a job as an expat isn't an easy task, it shouldn't be too complicated either if you know how to get started. Social networks such as LinkedIn can be your one-stop-shop. Here are some tips from Jerry Nelson, an American expat in Argentina and avid blogger.
Travel writing isn't all about travelling exotic destinations around the world, staying for free in luxury hotels and sipping delicious cocktails in a hammock with a laptop on a pristine beach. Jerry Nelson, an American expat in Buenos Aires and passionate writer, debunks the myth of travel writing.
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