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Discovering Joy Beyond Work: My K-Culture Journey

For almost three years, watching K-dramas has not only been my escape, it was my sanity-saver. Through exciting plots of action, drama, and comedy, I’m transported into a world that's very different from Hollywood’s often predictable narratives. Honestly, it’s a refreshing lens—a break from the grind, where relaxing and pursuing a hobby doesn’t need to “tick a box” for productivity as what we usually hear from experts.

My new passion opened new doors. I began exploring Korean cuisine, trying out cooking kimchi pancakes and japchae noodles at home and occasionally hunting down authentic restaurants in town with my wife. It also connected me to incredible people who share this fascination, enriching my social circle. Too, I eventually added Korean soundtracks on my Spotify and, you know it, Kpop songs (D. O. is my all time favourite).

Perhaps the most unexpected outcome here? Learning Korean (Hangeul) —my first experience with a writing system outside the alphabet! Who would know? Now this one is a game-changer!

Passions like this remind me of a truth that I’ve recently learned: your hobbies don’t need to make money to matter. Sometimes, they’re simply there to bring you joy. And that’s enough.

How about you? Have you discovered K-culture yet? What’s your joy beyond work?

Do you want to get a company's attention even if you lack experience? 🤔

Use your transferrable skills.

Some skills can be learned, while others are a part of who you are from personal and work-related experiences.

These are the top 3 transferrable skills companies look for:

1. Analytical reasoning 💭

Expats naturally have this skill because living in a new country means you'll often experience unpredictable situations, break down problems, and solve them to thrive.

2. Adaptability🤹

As expats, we know what it means to adapt to new situations.

Moving to a new country will teach you how to constantly adjust, learn new things, and make them work in your favor.

3. Teamwork 🤝

This skill may be a challenge for expats because many are still getting familiar with the culture.

But your willingness to be open to a new environment and explore it will place you in an advantage. 🙌

Ever get interview jitters every time before an upcoming interview? Here are some quick tips to instantly improve your interview skills.

If you need a step-by-step guide on handling job interviews as an expat, check out the Career Path Playbook.

I wrote this book to help any expat know how to make a great impression in your interviews.

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Scared of making big changes for your career? Here are 3 reasons why you should take the plunge and begin your expat journey.

🙌Independence.

Being independent strengthens your character and capabilities, especially for work.

Being in a new environment helps you sharpen your adaptability skills, making unforeseen circumstances easier to overcome, even on your own.

🙏Life lessons.

Living in a new country will change your outlook on many things in life.

Meeting new people, adapting to the culture, and other experiences will give you many realizations. It might be overwhelming at first, but the rewards you get will outnumber them.

💪 New & exciting opportunities.

Work environments and cultures are different in every country.

Moving abroad to a place with amazing opportunities for your career can help you gather more experience and strengthen your skills.

Moving abroad is a difficult choice to make, and it's not for everyone.

But if the only thing holding you back from starting your expat journey is fear, focus on the possibilities.

Remember you can make opportunities for yourself. 😊✈️

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Job Tibay! Originally from the Philippines, he moved to the US to study and become an artist.

With an amazing career as a project manager in Estēe Lauder and happily married to a talented dancer and counselor, you might think his expat story was a walk in the park. 🤔

But he too had his fair share of challenges. He persevered by having a strong spiritual foundation and support system. Learn more on this episode how you can do the same for your expat journey! 🙏🏻

Click the link below and start listening!

https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyGKTQy6vePXeGfZVCDRh?si=fe4a18be731d41b6

A cover letter can sometimes be one of the most crucial parts of your application.

But it can also be one of the most frustrating things to write, especially when you don’t have a guide 😉 Follow these tips to catch any recruiter’s eye!

But if you need more help, head over to the Career Path Playbook to learn a step-by-step guide to writing your cover letter and even more tips.

It’s my gift to you! Click the link below to get instant access. 🙏

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62e0891a87802ab6bcaf63e9

Sometimes, we feel like we can only dream of a career that ticks all the boxes for us. 😴

But what if the answer just hasn’t come up yet?

Here are a few questions you can ask yourself to know what you truly want for your career:

👉 What do I want my day to day life to look like?

👉 What would make me truly happy?

👉 What job wouldn’t feel like working?

👉 What are my skills?

👉 What job can provide for my daily financial needs?

Reflect on each question carefully and answer truthfully. The more you know what you want, the closer you’ll be to having a career that fulfills your every need. 🙏

Have a sweet tooth? This episode is perfect for you. 😉

On today’s episode, we’re featuring a rising star of delectable baking mixes! The co-founder of Secret Kiwi Kitchen and our guest, Lauren Lulu-Taylor, started her business in NZ with a friend during the lockdown.

Today, we learn more about her diverse cultural background, her growing business, and her interesting answer to how an expat can thrive in a new country: “pick up the phone!”

Listen to this new episode to find out exactly what she meant! Click the link to start listening. 🙏🏻https://open.spotify.com/show/2wyGKTQy6vePXeGfZVCDRh?si=01611808a0f84cf4