Wonsulting International Newsletter #12: 💡Ready, Set, Apply: 5 Tips to Streamline Your Job Search

WONSULTING WISDOM

Streamline Your Job Search

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Eyes on an international role?

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International job hunts come with their own unique challenges.

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Focus on streamlined smart moves.

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Here are 5 tips to help you:

#1: Set Dedicated Job Hunt Hours ⏰

Allocate set times, like 10:00am to 12:00pm every other day, solely for job applications and networking. 

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This discipline ensures the hunt doesn't eat into your entire day.

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#2: Refresh with a New Scene 🖼️

Switch it up! 

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A library or a co-working space can invigorate your focus. 

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For city-dwelling expats, some spots even cater specifically to your community.

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#3: Tune Into Your Energy 💡

Avoid burning out. 

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If post-work job searches drain you, pivot to weekends or mornings. 

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Remember, it's not just about time, but also energy efficiency.

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#4: Harness Modern Tools 🖥️

Embrace tech! 

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Tools like AutoApplyAI speed up applications, while platforms like ChatGPT can prep you for interviews with mock questions and responses.

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#5: Connect with Fellow Expats 🤝

Build bridges with expats who've tread the path. 

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Their firsthand experience can guide your job search, refine your materials, and link you with potential roles.

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Wonsulting Winners

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💡Our community is going places! (mainly to work 👀)

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We love creating useful tools and services to get you hired. And our community proves it 😎

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Our AI tools helped our Instagram follower land a WFH role: 

"So I was so burned out with my current job, and I badly wanted career growth... I came across ResumAI... After 2 weeks of trying, recruiters finally noticed my LinkedIn account. I finally landed a WFH job with an Australian client."

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Audrey loved using ResumAI: 

"... but the AI bullet generation made it so that I only spent a few minutes adding a role. I also didn't have to worry about layouting my resume on a text editor because the platform did that for me too."

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Fabio can now describe his work experience better with ResumAI: 

"Trying to find the perfect verbiage to succinctly describe one’s work can be daunting, but ResumAI makes it very easy."

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Revamp my resume with ResumAI

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LIFE AT WONSULTING

We ♥️ Canada

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A handful of our team resides in Canada, the biggest country in North America by land mass.

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Our Email Marketing Expert Alif, recently took a trip to the historic Québec City.

If you’re thinking about visiting Canada, Alif highly recommends you check it out. 

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Why?

It’s nestled along the St. Lawrence River and gives off a mix of old world vibes with modern buzz.

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Don’t miss walking along the cobblestone streets in Vieux-Québec and stop for a tarte au sucre (sugar pie) with signature Canadian maple syrup.

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Plus, Québec City is close to beautiful nature parks and waterfalls like Montmorency Falls.

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C’est le fun!

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INDUSTRY INSIGHT

Euro-Living Digest: October Edition 

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Thinking of trading in your current view for a European skyline? Allow us to indulge you.

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For October we’ll have a Euro-Spotlight each week where we’ll dive into the heart of Europe!

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If you're considering moving to Europe but not sure which country to go to, you'll love this section. 

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In the Limelight this Week: Switzerland

(Prepare for majestic Alps, chocolate indulgences, and precise timekeeping!)

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🎯 Switzerland at a Glance

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Why?

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☺️ High Quality of Life

Switzerland offers top-notch public services, healthcare, and safety in cities like Zurich and Geneva.

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💰 Strong Economy & Salaries

Renowned for its robust economy, Switzerland provides some of the world's highest average salaries.

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⛰️ Natural Beauty

From the Alps to serene lakes, Switzerland is an outdoor lover's paradise, perfect for skiing, hiking, and more.

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🛂  Visa & Residency

• Basics: Have a valid passport and show you can support yourself.
• Non-EU Citizens: Tight limits with only 5,000 allowed yearly.
• Essentials: Often, you'll need a job offer or school enrollment.

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💰 Living Costs

• Expensive: Monthly average for singles: CHF 3,500 (~US$3,800).
• Salaries: They're high, but so are expenses.
• Strategy: Consider living outside major cities like Zurich; it might be lighter on the pocket.

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💼 Job Scene

• Economy: Strong, with varied opportunities in finance, IT, healthcare, etc.
• Challenges: Foreigners can struggle, especially without knowledge of local languages.
• Tip: A Master's in Software Engineering is a boost, but remember, there's stiff competition.

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🏥 Healthcare

• Quality: Top-tier for all residents.
• Cost: It's pricey. Mandatory health insurance for everyone.

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🎓 Education

• Reputation: Swiss education is highly regarded.
• Availability: Public schools are free. Private options also exist.
• Age: Mandatory schooling for ages 6-15.

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🤸 Culture & Lifestyle

• People: Polite, reserved, and efficient.
• Languages: Four official ones - German (most common), French, Italian, and Romansh.
• Climate: Four distinct seasons; snowy winters and sunny summers.
• Activities: From skiing and hiking to visiting museums and historic sites.

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🇨🇭Becoming a Citizen

• Takes time and effort. Expect a 10-year residency and thorough application process.

Until next week, keep your Swiss dreams as high as the Matterhorn! ⛰️