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4: What would I do differently if I had to start all over again as an Immigrant?

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I don’t wait until the very end

  1. 1. The longer you wait the more chances you miss.
  2. 2. When it comes to using the time as an immigrant you have to start asap. Time is the most important and valuable commodity.
  3. 3. Assess the job market around you, and the skills needed, assess yourself, and identify what are the skills you are lacking.

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    I will figure out what I want to do

    1. 1. If you try 1000 things without really knowing what you want to do  then it’s a waste of time
    2. 2. Assess all the possibilities, you’re passionate about and decide what you want to do.
    3. 3. It doesn’t need to be only getting a job, it can be business also if that’s your ultimate goal.
    4. 4. Check all the visa conditions also like whether you are allowed  to work, do business and later pathways to get the PR, Citizenship

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      Filling the knowledge gap by learning the skills

      1. 1. Only your master’s or Bachelor’s degree won’t fetch you a job.  You have to go that extra mile and improve your skills.
      2. 2. After assessing my skills, I would focus on the most in-demand skills that I am lacking.
      3. 3. It’s not only about Hard skills but also about soft skills.

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        Seeking for help

        1. 1. Never hesitate to take professional help. Like paid services.
        2. 2. We spend a lot of money on unnecessary things, entertainment but why not on you? Hire a good professional career coach or job strategist to help you along the journey.
        3. 3. Not just for one month or two, keep in touch with them and seeking for their suggestions. Continue that relationship.

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          Building the professional network

          1. 1. Building a professional network in your city or the country you are immigrating is very important and key role.
          2. 2. You can build a professional network while playing team sports like Cricket, basketball, or Volleyball. Sports grounds are the best places to improve the network.
          3. 3. Ask for their experiences and learn one or two things from them.  Things might be different from they migrated but still, you can learn.

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            Take it easy, don’t stress out

            1. 1. Don’t stress too much about your career. The only thing you can do is just try and improve. If you worry too much then you can’t be able t o put in your full efforts.
            2. 2. Don’t compare with your peer group or with someone else. Your situation is entirely different from theirs.
            3. 3. Always keep talking to your family members whenever you feel low and cheer up.

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