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UK Self Assessment

Do I Need To Complete The UK Self Assessment?

If you are classed as self-employed or have a source of untaxed income, you will be required to complete a Self Assessment. However, this criteria is vague and many are left confused as to whether they actually need to file the tax return or not.  Written exclusively for Expat Network by Mike Parks of  GoSimpleTax...

skilled migration

Sponsoring Highly Skilled Migrants Under The Global Talent Program

With Australia’s international travel restrictions, it is becoming more important for employers to be aware of all visa options available in the migration program for professionals. Interstaff will be exploring these opportunities in their email series on ‘Migration in the COVID-19 Era’. Here’s what employers and skilled individuals should know about the Global Talent Program. Written by Sheila Woods of Interstaff 25 November, 2020 What...

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...

mental health

Mental Health Concerns Of Those Working From Home – New Survey

Mental health is getting more attention these days and with more people working from home the impact on mental health is a concern.  Aetna International have carried out a survey to establish which health issues workers are most concerned about. The survey examines the perceptions of both employers and employees when it comes to corporate...

remote working

Do Remote Working Expats Suffer From E-Presenteeism?

Absenteeism has been a problem forever but increasingly presenteeism (where employees feel the need to continue working while unwell, during their evenings and weekends – even on holiday)  is an issue.  This can be a particular issue for expats working far from their head office and feeling the need to prove themselves. Written by Caroline...

make money

Be Your Own Boss: 3 Ways To Make Money When Living Abroad

Who doesn’t want to be their own boss nowadays? Thanks to the internet, getting started has become a pretty simple process. To make things better, all you’re going to need is a laptop and a little creativity. It gets even better too, as the internet also allows you to make money even when you’re living...

Job Search

Six Steps To Use Social Media In Your Job Search

The world is increasingly turning to social media for its news as well as a way of keeping in touch with friends and family.  In the professional context it is also increasingly important especially on LinkedIn, which can be a great way to build new connections and a potential source of your next job. Networking...

moving to Canada

Why Moving To Canada Is So Appealing And How To Make It Happen

Moving to Canada is popular with many Brits with its political and historical ties to the UK along with the climate and landscape.  Not even the coldest of winters when temperatures can plummet to –40° seem able to deter Brits in search of a new life. It offers an outdoor lifestyle as well as several...

Starting a business in the EU

Things To Consider When Starting A Business In The EU

With a wide range of distinct governments bound together by mutually-beneficial agreements, the EU presents some interesting business opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs. If you’re considering starting a business in the EU, though, you need to be prepared to do some research and confirm that it’s the right move — particularly if you’re currently based...

employee benefits

What are the top global employee benefits trends in 2020?

Salary and annual leave simply aren’t enough incentives for candidates anymore. With a decreasing average of time spent in a company, employee benefits are more important than ever. Whether you run your own company or work for one, it’s important to know the latest in employee benefits trends. As an employer, knowing what benefits people...

working from home

How To Make ‘Working From Home’ Work For You

Nothing beats having the freedom to create and be in control of your schedule. That is what working from home can do, among other benefits such as saving time and money on commutes. It also gives you the freedom to decide where you work, at home or sometimes abroad. Moreover, with the struggle to find...

mental health

Impact Of Taking On An International Assignment On Mental Health

A major new piece of research* by AXA Global Healthcare has shed light on the impact that working on an international business assignment has upon mental health. Of the 500 international workers who were surveyed in seven different countries, just one-in-ten (10%) said that working abroad has had a negative impact on their mental health....