Researching Your Move Abroad? Begin Here.
I know you're overwhelmed with the endless internet scrolling and finding no useful information. You're thinking there must be a better way. There is. Efficiently researching your new country is the key to finding reliable information. Here's my advice... You need to...
Moving abroad: Where is the Best Place for Me to Live?
You’ve made the decision to move abroad and now it’s time to answer the important first question: Where do I want to live? Maybe you’re still in the process of deciding on a country. Or you’re researching a country’s regional differences, deliberating over cities...
Scouting Trip Success: 5 key tips you need to know
Chances are that if you’re preparing for a move abroad, visiting your new country is one of your top priorities. If you’re wondering how to prepare for this important trip and make the most of your time there, keep reading. Here are my 5 essential tips for you to know...
How to Pack for an Easy International Move: What to bring, what to leave behind
Moving to another country can be a very daunting project. And packing for the move can be equally as daunting. This may be a simple project, but it’s not an easy one. Remember that during this transition, you’re in the process of both letting go of your past life and...
Have you set your language learning goal yet
When we are starting to learn a new language we typically jump into the details of vocabulary, grammar, pronouns, and verbs… the list is extensive. But what if I told you that there is a step - and a crucial one - that precedes language learning per se? And what if I...
Tips for Smoothly Managing Paperwork as an Expat
I’ve been working as an expat coach for about 8 years. During this almost decade long career, the first thing that people think about when preparing for a move abroad is the logistics and paperwork. Don’t get me wrong. That aspect is crucial – but it can also be such...
The Pros and Cons of Moving Abroad Solo: Exploring the Journey
Moving abroad is an exciting and life-changing experience, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most common aspects that hold people back from making this life-changing step is fear. In my practice as an expat coach and intercultural psychologist,...
Navigating the Waiting Game: Three Essential Tips for Preparing to Move Abroad
When we are preparing for a move abroad, it sometimes seems like we have an endless to-do list. But then, once we’ve submitted our paperwork and are awaiting authorization to move, it may feel like time stands still. It’s like we are hurrying up to get lots of things...
Avoid Expat Failure: You are not alone – By Deborah Dahab
To say that moving abroad is a major life-event is an understatement. Everything in your life as you know it will change, your address, the foods you eat, the water you drink, the language you speak. You might have to sacrifice a lot for this international move,...