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Get Started With These Travel-Centric Careers

10 Careers That Let You Travel (And How to Get Started)

The idea of sitting behind a desk every day sounds like a dream to some people, but to others, jobs that involve travel sounds like an adventure. Travel jobs allow you to explore new cultures, provide a wealth of experience and offer treasure hunt ideas to find locations around the world that others may not...

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The Best Travel And Tourism Courses

According to IATA, over 200m people work in the tourism sector globally. So, with the right knowledge or training, you will easily get an opportunity in this rapidly growing industry. Additionally, career opportunities here are diverse, ranging from entry-level to senior management jobs. This article was written exclusively for Expat Network by Emma Nelson ...

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What Makes LA A Great Place For Your Career Move?

Housing around 4 million people, Los Angeles, or more popularly known as the City of Angels, is the third-largest city in the world. Also called the home of Hollywood, LA is a geographically vast and diverse playground of opportunity. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Victoria Berman of AvocadoPesto Because it is a melting pot...

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5 Reasons Why Working Abroad Is The Ultimate CV Booster

Many people consider working abroad but can be put off by the risk that it will be seen as an indulgent move and interruption to their career.  The reality is that there are many benefits to working abroad and StandOut CV set out five reasons why working overseas can be good for your career. Written...

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Want To Work Abroad – 5 Top Tips For Adapting Your CV

Are you seeking a new adventure, looking to travel or live abroad, but still need to be active in the job market? Gaining a career abroad could make your dream of living in another country a reality. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Andrew Fennell, the founder of StandOut CV However, if you want...

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Top 6 Tips For Trailing Husbands

From questions of identity to adjusting career goals and fears of putting everything on hold, becoming a trailing husband can be difficult at times. But it is also a hugely rewarding experience. Before you pack your bags, check out these six tips to help make the transition smoother as you move into your new role....

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How To Find Your First Expat Job

The idea of finding a job abroad is very appealing for a wide range of reasons. For some people there are clear financial benefits and career-boosting opportunities. Others may find the idea of living abroad a romantic experience that should be seized at every opportunity. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Sabrina Bucknole on behalf...

Issues To Consider When Assessing A Salary Abroad

You just got a job offer that looks sweet in so many ways. Before you jump at the chance, think about all of the issues that should be considered when assessing what salary will be required when you take up a role abroad. Once you consider all of the following helpful tips, you will then...

Expats Relocate For Better Careers

Research has shown that 30 per cent of expats said that they relocated for better career opportunities and a quarter listed increased pay and benefits. A further 15 per cent relocated for an improved work/life balance. The research, by global healthcare provider AXA, also found that 14 per cent moved for a better environment to...

Ten Best Countries For An Expat Career

More than one in three expats mention their job or business as their most important reason for relocating. 15 per cent moved abroad because they found a job on their own, and 13 per cent were sent abroad by their employer. Not all destinations where expats are particularly satisfied with their individual career options are...

Best Destinations For A Career Abroad in 2017

Europe is rated the best destination for those looking to progress their career abroad and benefit from great working conditions. According to new data released from the latest Expat Explorer survey from HSBC, Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Austria and the UK are among the top ten countries for a successful expat career. For the second...

Short-Term Expat Assignments On The Rise

A majority of multinational companies expect to increase their use of short-term assignments for expat staff in 2016, according to consultants Mercer. Over the next year or so, around half of companies anticipate an increase in the use of permanent transfers, developmental and training assignments and locally-hired foreigners. A smaller proportion expect to see an...