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2. If you are an
ambitious
type and you
love being in
different
places, it is
likely that you
have seriously
considered
building a career and living overseas. This is nothing
unusual, especially because there are many advantages
to living and working in a different country, especially if
there are not many opportunities for you in your own
country.
If finding a career abroad is something that hasn’t
crossed your mind, then it may be good if you get to
know some of the reasons why many others are
choosing to work in Canada, for instance.
Why Work Abroad?
Better Economic Conditions and More Career
Opportunities
Not all economies are created equal. While your own
country may be struggling economically, there are many
other nations that are not. This is the common reason
why workers from underdeveloped countries
continuously look for employment in more developed
nations. So if your skills and your credentials can’t seem
to take you anywhere in your country, you may find
more and better opportunities in Canada where skilled
workers are greatly needed and valued.
Educational Advancement
For students who want to develop their skills to the
fullest, gaining exposure abroad is a good way to
achieve it. In fact, this can be done not only by students,
but by employed individuals as well. Many universities
in Canada and other countries accept foreign graduate
students. This could be a good start for you if you
intend to establish a career abroad.
Language Skills Development
As you work abroad, you will naturally develop your
language skills. This is through the classes you may be
required to take, and of course the exposure you will
get while living in a different country. This is a valuable
asset that you can include in your resume and you can
use for your job applications in the future.
Dual Citizenship
After spending several years working in Canada, for
instance, you will have the chance to apply for
citizenship. This is a privilege that can prove to be useful
for you and your family in the end. For your children, for
instance, they can get better education in a much more
developed country. And for your part, dual citizenship
means more benefits in the future should you retire.
Political Stability
A lot of immigrant workers prefer their jobs abroad
because they find it more stable or safer in the other
country in terms of the political situation. As you may
know, the political stability in a country is an important
factor that affects its economy and availability of jobs.
Thus, working in a country that is politically secure
could mean having greater job security as well.
While there are many benefits to working in Canada or
other countries, there are many challenges also that
you will have to face as a new Canadian immigrant
worker. Nevertheless, with some thorough research and
preparation, nothing can be that impossible to
overcome.

3. An increasing
number of job
seekers are now
beginning to realize
how beneficial it
really is to gain
work experience
abroad. In fact,
they see overseas employment as a chance to develop
both professionally and personally. When it comes to
finding a job in another country, this chance can come
to you at any point in your career. But of course, you
should find job searching in your own country a lot
easier to do.
If you are serious about being employed by a foreign
employer, you should know the secret to a successful
overseas job search. If it is work in Canada that you are
searching for, there are tips you can follow to ensure
your success.
Do’s and Don’ts of Searching for a Job Abroad
DO’s
• Have a concrete goal of what you want to achieve
through your international employment. This is
important to make sure that every decision you
make remains consistent with your objectives of
working abroad.
• Come up with a detailed strategy for your overseas
job search. This should include the kinds of jobs or
positions that you want to have, as well as the
companies or employers you want to work with. By
doing this, you will also be certain about the
country you will be going to later on.
• Do some thorough research about the country and
the employers you are targeting to work for. It is
not enough that you find some great employment
opportunities in a particular country. More
importantly, you should be familiar with the
country’s culture, average salary of workers, cost of
living, and other aspects that will directly affect you.
• Make use of your network to gain a clearer
perspective of your chances of landing a good job in
that country. Ask about the working conditions and
seek advice also as to what you should take with
you to make sure that you will easily be hired.
DON’Ts
• No matter how good you think your degree is, you
shouldn’t expect to be able to find a job right away.
You have to understand that what degree is in
demand in your own country may not be what
employers overseas are looking for.
• Don’t assume that the process of job application is
the same for many countries. For instance, a
resume might be the main requirement in your
country, but in many countries, employers prefer
CVs or curriculum vitae. You also have to learn how
such a document should be accomplished in
accordance to what international employers are
expecting.
Don’t think you can do everything on your own. In many
cases, international job seekers are even advised to get
a mentor who will guide them through their job search
as new Canadian immigrants, for instance.

4. When it
comes to
what skills
workers must
have for
employment,
employers
almost always
focus on the training, abilities, and knowledge of
candidates about certain skills, which are known as hard
skills. More often than not, the soft skills of candidates
are taken for granted. What many of us are not aware
of is that soft skills play a major role in how workers
perform their jobs.
If you are looking to work in Canada, for instance,
which is a modern workplace, you need to demonstrate
outstanding soft skills to stand out. This is because
companies in this country place a lot of importance on
such skills of their employees considering how diverse
the workforce in the country is.
Below are among the most sought-after soft skills in a
modern workplace:
Work Ethic
Work ethic is a skill that is hard to measure and
quantify. Nevertheless, employers can still easily see
those employees who have them and those who don’t.
Although a person’s drive to work hard is basically an
innate trait, work ethic can be instilled upon an
individual through motivation and training.
Communication Skills
In a diverse workplace like Canada, communication
skills are definitely among the most important skills
employees must have. Immigrant workers, particularly,
must be able to communicate both in written and
spoken language. That is why companies are usually
willing to help their employees improve their
communication and language skills by providing them
with language training.
Teamwork
As an employee, you must display your ability to work
well and harmoniously with other people in a team or
group. This is a challenge for some people who are not
comfortable working within teams. It is, therefore,
crucial for employers to initiate team building activities
or exercises so that their workers develop a sense of
teamwork. Supervisors should also be careful in forming
groups and must take into account the various
personalities of the people he or she intends to bring in
one team.
Problem Solving Skills and Decision Making
If you happen to be a new Canadian worker or
immigrant, it is natural for you to go through a period of
adjustment. Since everything will be new to you, it is
understandable that you will encounter some issues
relating to your work. However, you should exert a lot
of effort in proving to your employer that you are ready
for the challenges ahead and that you are stable and
mature enough to be able to make crucial decisions and
solve problems in the workplace. Take note that the
ability to find solutions to problems and make crucial
decisions are leadership traits that companies are
looking for when it’s time to find someone to promote.