Category: Relocating For Work
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How to Be Strategic When Relocating for Career growth
What Do Silicon Valley, New York City, Houston, and Detroit All Have in Common? These cities have become epicenters of their fields: technology, finance, oil and gas, and automotive. If you aspire to excel in one of these industries, relocating to these cities can be a game-changer. Positioning you where the jobs are, giving access…
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How To Discuss An Out Of State Job Offer With Your Spouse
Two years ago I was offered a job that required me to relocate to the Atlanta area. A major moment in my career plan that would get me in front of decision makers within my industry’s market leader. This was it, the moment I had been waiting for. Being a communicator by nature, I made…
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Be Financially Ready to Move Before Applying to Jobs Out of State
Raise your hand if you have a relocation fund in place prior to applying for an out-of-state job? Yeah… me either. I’m guilty of the “apply and figure it out later” mentality. It’s not too late! You can learn from my mistakes, and become financially prepared to apply to those out-of-state jobs without fear of…
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Decision Time: Overcome Job Offer Relocation Uncertainty
We have a tendency to over complicate major life decisions. Relocating, despite the excitement, is no exception. It’s natural to feel a mixture of emotions when contemplating such a significant change, it’s also normal to seek out advice on what you should do… “Do I Accept the Job and leave behind everything, or stay in…
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How To Avoid Being Broke After Relocating For Work
There are two ways to avoid being broke in life. One is managing what you have with integrity and living below your means. And the other is clearly… 🎶🎵🎶 Money-money-money-money, MONEY ! 🎵🎶🎵🎶 (If you don’t sing-song this in your head when reading, we are not on the same wavelengths). When relocating for your livelihood,…
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How To Determine The Cost Of Living Before Relocating For Work
I’m sitting here thinking about the financial implications of every move I have made over the last ten years and wondering what I would have done if I knew the true cost of living in every city I ended up in. Honestly, I’m glad I didn’t know the whole picture, but I’m also thankful I…
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Know The Cost Of Moving Before Accepting The Job Offer
The opportunity for relocation with work is often presented quickly and without much planning time. There is a large range of considerations that need to be carefully thought through to ensure the move is viable for you and your family. When evaluating a job offer, there are three major aspects to consider before saying yes:…
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Relocating For Work: Before You Accept The Offer Best Practices
I’m a serial mover. Every role I’ve had with my current company has required me to move across state lines. After a few years in one place, I find myself itching for a new environment, with new challenges. With all the moving comes some hair pulling moments. Some you might expect, while others can sneak…