Job opportunity didn’t work out in home country
Posted by ih3artbread@reddit | expats | View on Reddit | 11 comments
How many of you lined up a job on the other side before your move?
My partner and I are moving back to our home country after 10 years being abroad. I had a company reach out that were super excited to create a role for me in our home country. We spoke about relocation costs etc, and after months of back and forth and meeting the rest of the team, they ended up saying it wasn’t the right time and we will revisit in the next year.
I’m scheduled to move in a couple of months, and was really relying on this job to plan our lives (kids schools, where we lived, etc) and now I’m getting stressed about moving without any jobs lined up. For context, we own a home there (with a very small, manageable mortgage) and will be staying with family until we settle in.
We are 1000% still moving as it is the right choice for us, but did anyone get cold feet when things weren’t working out?
Morgana787@reddit
OP, which countries are we talking about, I'm really curious, since I'm contemplating the same things atm
ih3artbread@reddit (OP)
Moving from the US back to Australia
Morgana787@reddit
thank you
Dragriffin@reddit
Dealing with very similar challenges right now. Planning to return back to home with my wife after 7 years away and was hoping to find a job that helps with relocation and to better settle down once back there. So far, it’s been incredibly challenging to find work while abroad. So I end up changing my strategy, creating some freelance opportunities to help with revenue while there and search for a job once settled there. We are also staying with family until we get our footing. Never thought going back home would be so stressful. I try to talk with friends and family there that can also better help with work opportunity, but that’s about how far I got. It’s hard because the move is schedule for next year, so hard to plan ahead. Hope things work out for you and looking forward to positive updates.
carnivorousdrew@reddit
What do you mean by "creating some freelance opportunities"? Seems very vague.
carnivorousdrew@reddit
You already have a home and family to support. That is a huge advantage that you should not overlook. You guys can make it.
asimoviannomad@reddit
Well, the good news is you’ve still got a safety net with your home and family to stay with, so you’ve got some breathing room to find something else. Just keep going. Keep networking, reach out to recruiters, and update your LinkedIn to let people know you’re looking.
gowithflow192@reddit
It sucks but at least you maybe have a family friend other networks to draw on. Also you can even work as a garbage man if necessary whereas overseas work visas won’t allow that. Try your best
Dragriffin@reddit
There’s this nice little hidden restaurant very close to Lama Temple called 七寻八找•胡同菜. You can find it on a Chinese map or through WeChat location map. It’s a nice Beijing style food that is in the middle of the hutongs. My goto place for visitors for a nice experience that doesn’t feel like a tourist trap.
JenniferWrighte@reddit
Sounds like a tough break, but maybe this opens up a new door you didn’t even know was there
ToocTooc@reddit
I secured a job before moving back to my home country, but unfortunately, things didn't pan out and I am out of work.
The only thing I can suggest to you is to ensure you have a good skillset that makes you employable in many fields.