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Residents of the United States of America typically idealize and follow a national ethos known as ‘The American Dream,’ a belief that anyone who works hard enough will prosper financially and socially. Indeed, it is a common belief among American
Though economic growth is expected to slow slightly over the next two years, China’s job creation looks as bright as anywhere on the planet. More than 7.5 million new jobs were already created this year, and the unemployment rate has
Though the cost of living is high, Israel offers expats a wide variety of quality housing and excellent health care. By Mary Anne Thompson, founder, and president, Goinglobal, Inc. Israel is an expensive country, where the cost of living can
To understand Norwegians, you must understand the natural environment in which they live. Considered among the most beautiful places on earth, Norway is also a harsh land of cold, snow, fjords and isolation. Norwegians are proud of living so closely
Indonesia is an increasingly popular destination for young, adventurous expatriates who appreciate the country’s low cost of living. The Southeast Asia nation’s cost of living does vary considerably, depending on lifestyle and location. Imported goods, Western supermarkets, and stores can
If you are formally invited to interview with an Australian company, it means there is a good chance of a job offer resulting. Australians take their job interviews seriously. So, seriously, in fact, that laws have been enacted that protect
Working in a foreign country can be daunting. There are often a lot of unknowns that wouldn’t necessarily exist if you were accepting a job in your home country. Everything from the proper office attire, to addressing a superior, to
Picturesque, comfortable and convenient, Switzerland balances its high prices with high wages and excellent quality of life. By Mary Anne Thompson, founder, and president, Goinglobal, Inc. Switzerland enjoys a prosperous economy with low unemployment and high wages, something that comes
The global skills gap, something that has been researched and talked about for years in economic forecasts, is here, and it is acute, report many sources, including Hays and Manpower. The reasons for the skills gap include declining birthrates and
The affordable, culturally rich country is an expat favorite. By Mary Anne Thompson, founder, and president, Goinglobal, Inc. South Africa is a middle-income country with 55 million residents. It is a melting pot of culturally, linguistically, racially and