Making the decision to go abroad is one of the most exciting and rewarding moments in a student or young professional's life. It's easy to get carried away by your motivation to go abroad as soon as possible, but planning goes a long way. Check out our new Quick Guide about Travel Smarts.
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Posted on Friday, February 21, 2020 - 10:04 in In the News, Travel Abroad, International Skills
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Posted on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 - 07:13 in MyWorldBuzz, International Skills
At MyWorldAbroad, we're committed to constantly adding new and useful tools, supporting students as they strive to build global career skills. This new Quick Guide, the International School Year Checklist, uses monthly calls to action to help students stay on top of their international goals throughout the school year. The guide is full of practical, actionable tips. If you follow along throughout the year, you'll be well on your way to international career success. Check out the Quick Guide now.
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Posted on Friday, August 30, 2019 - 08:21 in Finding Work, In the News, International Skills
There may come a time when you decide to go abroad with a romantic partner or spouse, or when you decide to go and freelance abroad, without a fixed plan or contract. Perhaps your partner has received an overseas contract, and you are going to accompany him or her. Or perhaps you have saved a small amount of money and want to try living and working abroad as a freelancer. Being in this position has its advantages and disadvantages. You have more freedom, but less structure. This Quick Guide will help you get oriented and make a plan for yourself, regardless of why you find yourself abroad... Read the full article
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Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 17:14 in In the News, International Skills
On May 18, 2016, OpenCanada.org published an excellent article about young professionals under the age of 30 who are working for Global Affairs Canada. The article features 18 young people, outlining what they do, how they got where they are today, and their advice for others seeking a similar career path. We highly recommend this resource to any student who wants to gear their program of study and job experiences towards a future career in international affairs for the Canadian government. Check out the article here, and read the accompanying write-up here.
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Posted on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 - 16:01 in In the News, International Skills
As you work towards developing your international career, you'll begin undertaking some self-analysis in order to develop your professional personality, write targeted resumes, and build your unique elevator pitch.
During this process, it's important to take into account the skills sought after by global employers and recruiters. The list of in-demand skills is always changing, and we recommend taking a look at this fascinating and useful article from the World Economic Forum, which highlights today's top skills in comparison with the projected top 10 skills for the year 2020. Check... Read the full article
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Posted on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 - 10:45 in In the News, Work Abroad, International Skills
When it comes to negotiating across cultures, there are many challenges to ensuring clear lines of communication. The meanings of simple phrases, greetings or professional communications can vary greatly, and when working or doing business internationally or in heavily cross-cultural environments, awareness of subtle cultural differences can be hugely useful.
The Harvard Business Review revently released an excellent video short detailing some of the challenges involved in negotiating across cultures, and some ways of approaching international business environments. Check it out now... Read the full article
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Posted on Friday, July 31, 2015 - 08:36 in Finding Work, International Skills, Work Abroad
The world of resumes is in constant flux. With the birth of the online professional profile, LinkedIn and the increasing importance of “scanability,” the importance of the traditional multi-page resume is up in the air. But one thing remains true: international resumes are different from domestic ones! And whether or not you end up presenting a multi-page resume to a potential employer, you’ll benefit from going through the processes described in the Overview of International Resumes Quick Guide. Check out this important tip sheet now.
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Posted on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 - 07:29 in In the News, International Skills
Wondering how you can become more internationally-minded, even when you’re stuck on campus? Well, MyWorldAbroad’s main site (for registered users) offers plenty of suggestions for getting involved in international activities at home, but keeping up with top-quality world news sites online is an excellent way to supplement your personal international networks and activities. Being able to hold an intelligent and informed discussion about current events in another region of the world is a fantastic quality, and can actually help you become a stronger networker and interview candidate.
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Posted on Thursday, December 12, 2013 - 15:24 in In the News, International Skills, The Professions
International development is one of the most cross-cultural industries in existence. Being an international aid worker can be as thrilling and rewarding as it is challenging. As a result, the field is highly competitive, and to be successful takes perseverance, practical skill and serious cultural know-how.
Aspiring international aid workers are always keen to find out how successful professionals worked their way to success. We all know that real-world experience and strong professional networks are a great starting point, but what else can you do to boost your chances of success... Read the full article
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Posted on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 - 14:35 in In the News, International Skills
The words “time” and “punctuality” have different meanings and associations in different regions of the world. An American businessman who shows up on time for a meeting in Ghana is likely to find himself tapping his foot for at least half an hour, but travelers who arrive two minutes late to catch a Swiss train will almost certainly miss their ride. Climate, culture, religion, economics, philosophy – all these elements play roles in how a region or nation develops its approach to time and punctuality.
Most of our readers are totally accustomed to the North American way of dealing... Read the full article
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