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What are peoples experiences with houseshares in the UK?

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I've seen it go well and I've seen it go terribly. My friend's last houseshare was amazing. The letting agents worked hard to make sure it would gel well and it ended up being a really fun place to hang out and made some amazing friends. My last houseshare was a nightmare which resulted in one of my house mate's overnight guests threatening to kill me and send me home to Canada in pieces. I moved out a week later.

Do you guys actually have friends at work? Where do you draw the line?

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I think it really depends on your work environment. I work corporately but for a pretty casual company at large and one that is big on community so there's lots of workplace social activities. I do have work friends. People who I would consider my social circle at work, people who know a bit more about my outside life then others and who I would probably go to the pub with after work. But I only have about 2 people at my office who have transitioned into outside of work friends. And one came about because we're both in the UK from Canada and have some cross over in our social circles back home.

Montréal or Hong Kong ?

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I do think Montreal would be the easier choice. I think you'll likely adapt easier there socially and obviously there's less of a language barrier. But as Canada is typically viewed as a secondary market, you might be better bolstering your resume with experience working in Hong Kong.

Moving to USA from UK

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There's no simple pathway for immigration full stop, but entrepreneurs are a higher risk than someone on an employment based visa because they don't necessarily have the same safety net. The US has a [whole list](https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/options-for-alien-entrepreneurs-to-work-in-the-united-states) of visa options for entrepreneurs.

Do you just go too a supermarket too cool off in hot weather?

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From my 9 year old: What is the best job in the UK?

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Just based on some people I work with, these could be things she might be interested in: * Materials Engineer * Product Design * Artwork Manager (lots of companies that do packaging and packaging design have teams for this) And then based on her already states interests: * Orthodontist * Radiologist * Medical illustrator or scientific illustrator

Are there any UK train in London station with lockers?

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Victoria has a pretty reasonably priced luggage locker. Otherwise you can look at Stasher or Left Luggage for other locations with secure luggage lockers.

What are your views on colleagues who eat breakfast at their desk?

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Its not my favourite thing. Our office offers a hot breakfast and people sometimes bring up eggs and sausage to eat at their desk and it just lingers a bit too much.

Which country is suitable

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>is it possible to get visa sponsorship jobs, if not, why? The harsh reality is that many countries (like Canada) are cracking down on immigration. Workplace sponsorship requires host countries to be able to demonstrate that there was no one within Canada who is able to reasonably take on that kind of work and therefore, hiring internationally was the only solution. As a new grad without work history, you're not going to be competitive for the jobs that you're likely interested in. This is the most educated the job market has ever been and its getting increasingly difficult to get entry level roles.

21 wanting to leave the U.S

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Realistically, your only option would be to look at things like working holiday visas, which for Americans is a pretty small list and only for a short period of time. You would need enough savings to demonstrate that during this time, you'd have enough money to support yourself. Another option would be to apply, be accepted and attend higher education in these countries *but* it is still temporary and would come at a higher cost. You'd also need to keep in mind, that while countries like Germany and Estonia have a large population that *can* speak english, a lot of socializing and work happens in their native tongues and that would be difficult if you don't have any language skill outside of english.

I'm going to England for the first time ever, what are some things to avoid or don't do?

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Its so so so much worse at Christmas or whenever all the americans are in town for the NFL/NBA stuff. But yeah, how do they not see the massive red bus?

I'm going to England for the first time ever, what are some things to avoid or don't do?

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>As someone who works close to one of the top tourist destinations Mate, I'm right in Oxford Circus and the lack of awareness kills my spirit on a regular basis.

I'm going to England for the first time ever, what are some things to avoid or don't do?

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On an escalator, stand on the right, pass on the left. And please for the love of god, if you're taking the tube with luggage, avoid it during peak commuting times.

How long is your commute to work and back?

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How successful do you feel ‘modern parenting’ has been?

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This is a case of user failure in a lot of instances but also, the kids that are growing up in this gentle parenting practice are still quite young so how they turn out is still a bit up in the air. And in some fairness to parents, they're all parenting in a new version of the world with each generation and address new issues. So while there's lots of great advice out there, some of it is outdated quite quickly.

Can you move or get a visa if you have US debt?

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Depending on the line of work you're in -- it definitely could impact you. But no, having reasonable debt like student loans would not bar you from being able to to get a visa.

Why are British immigrants referred to as "expats"?

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From a high level perspective, immigrants usually implies a more permanent settlement, whereas an expat is temporary, **but** that line is still pretty blurry. In my own experience as someone who immigrated to the UK, I've seen it more so used as a way to differentiate between people who come from the global north versus the global south. Its a way to add a perceived value to where someone is coming from and make them look like the "right" kind of immigrant.

People who moved after having an established household, how did you decide how much to take?

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We're looking to move continents next year and we kind of thought through the fact that even if we wanted to bring lots of small appliances we liked, we'd have to re-wire them and it would be a pain. So our plan is to sell as much as we can or offer it up to friends around us. And then as a last resort, donate it. And then for things that are truly important, we'll send it via air cargo.

Long distance UK relationship – how realistic is relocating for work?

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Try r/ukvisa as well. The reality with the changes to the Skilled Worker Visa is that you're going to struggle, especially in Yorkshire. The minimum salary needs to be £41,700 or the "going rate" (whichever is higher of the two), and would need to be listed on the occupational shortage list. Chances are, you're going to need to relocate on a spousal visa.

How old are you, and how many employers have you worked for?

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HELP ME!! Moved back to Aus after living abroad and feel flat all the time

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Ah gotcha. That is unfortunate as its always nice to have options. You're also allowed to be mourning a great experience. I did it the first time I lived in the UK and had to move home due to COVID. It can suck when it feels completely out of your control. But definitely take some time, and re-invest in your life in AUS for the time being. If you're able to make it work, great! If not, you can always look at options that might bring you back to Canada, or even consider somewhere else like NZ (a lot of my Canadian friends who have lived there say its got a similar feel).

HELP ME!! Moved back to Aus after living abroad and feel flat all the time

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>Then my visa ended and I had to leave Why didn't you apply for PR? >Does it get better? Do you genuinely enjoy life? Or do you miss it? And does this feeling ever go away? It definitely can get better, especially if you know which things were of value to you while you were there. It sounds like you really enjoyed an outdoor lifestyle and that might be something you need to invest your time into. It won't be exactly like it was in Canada, but it can be something new and just as fulfilling if you let it be. There's a reason why people say the grass is greenest where you tend to it.

Would you back moving bank holidays to the summer?

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I'm Canadian living in the UK, and it does seem like a lot of the bank holidays are bunched together rather than dispersed evenly throughout the year. Back home, we typically have them spread out a bit more over the spring through early autumn which makes the best of the weather.

Hiring managers, should I call the company after applying for a job?

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While the business may be open 7 days a week, the administrative tasks might only be picked up during traditional working hours. If you haven't heard in a week, I think its fair to call and ask about the application process.

People who left education at 16?

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My partner left school at 16 largely in part to his parents kicking him out of the house. He worked at McDonalds for a while and then worked in some auto repair. He did an apprenticeship briefly for engineering and is now working as a hardware engineer in the automotive industry.

Expats on LTD (disability), how did this work for you?

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So much of this would depend on where you're going and the public funds that may or may not be available to you. I'm Canadian, I live in the UK but I wouldn't be eligible for benefits included in public funds. So if I needed assistance with LTD, I would likely need to either wait it out until I'm eligible or move home.

Would you actually visit a cat themed castle in the UK?

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Am I overreacting? Kids being super loud where I live.

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Is there a person here who knows whether any UK supermarket sells frozen raspberry or pink lemonade concentrate...or even regular frozen lemonade or orange juice concentrate for that matter?

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Am I overreacting? Kids being super loud where I live.

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This is why we once had offices 😂 I think you need to suck it up honestly, its half term and kids are allowed to play in their gardens. If its sustained shrieking for the sake of it, yeah its annoying but otherwise, let them run around half fun and get on with it.

Why are no awards given to our restaurants based on how nutritious or healthy their food is?

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Eating at a Michelin restaurant is a luxury and it looks at a wide variety of criteria like the uniqueness of the restaurant, the service, the ambience, etc. Luxury experiences are not frequent for most people so an awards system for “healthy food” probably doesn’t necessarily excite people, it’s not a hook. And to be clear, Michelin experiences are not inherently unhealthy. I’ve eaten at a Michelin restaurant in Mexico and it definitely wasn’t loaded with cream and butter.

Is it healthy to ask your partner what they would change about you?

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What is the Fastest Way from London to Tintagel?

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Young adults without kids - do you think you will have them?

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Young adults without kids - do you think you will have them?

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Young adults without kids - do you think you will have them?

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I'm a bit older (34) and my partner and I have been fence sitters. We believe mentally, emotionally and financially we have the resources to raise well adjusted, considerate and cool kids but we also have a really fun and fulfilling life without them.

I'm a minor and I want to convince my dad the UK is okay for me to travel alone. How?

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Have you ever travelled by yourself? Let alone for that duration? London is a huge city, so statistics can often make it look worse than it is for the average traveller or person living there.

Does Soft plastic waste that I leave at the supermarket actually get sent off for recycling?

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Will premier inn allow me (17) and my boyfriend (19) to stay together?

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If you read their booking terms and conditions: **You must be at least 18 years old to make a reservation. Those under 18 years old are not permitted to stay in a Premier Inn hotel unless a parent or guardian is also staying in the hotel.** So the answer is no.

Why are these fields 'cut' like that?

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Have you ever worked in the Co-op? What happens to the plastic?

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Couldn't tell you specifically. For my company, we've looked at similar program (it wouldn't work for our model) and when we tendered, many of the operational companies will include provisions for landfilling as a last choice.

Have you ever worked in the Co-op? What happens to the plastic?

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I don't work for co-op but I do work in corporate environmental compliance and have a ton of experience with programs like this one. Without getting too into the weeds of it all, the answer is that some of it will be recycled but obviously plastic that doesn't meet the program criteria or is contaminated will likely be landfilled. Companies have to pay what is called extended producer responsibility fees for packaging they place on the market (its at the point of import) and they work with compliance schemes and DEFRA to help fund curbside collection. For things like soft plastics which aren't widely collected, there's a financial incentive to the company to have a program like this which helps reduce the costs to the company (plastic tends to be a higher cost, and packaging components without a dedicated collection are even more expensive).

Is it common for women to keep their maiden name after marriage?

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How are Aussies feeling right now about going to or being in the UK?

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What countries could we viably move to from the UK?

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What countries could we viably move to from the UK?

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For those staying in UK hotels, apart from it being work related, what was the reason?.

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Why is the job market so difficult for young people?

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I think that's really role dependent. For the line of work I'm in, you can't really rely on AI beyond it helping with some basic data analysis but you do need to be able to rely on people having strong research and interpretation skills.

Why is the job market so difficult for young people?

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Based on what I've gone through with hiring, without getting into it too much, I think its a two fold issue. First being that the talent pool is a lot bigger than it has been before. There are tons of very qualified people coming out of uni and then if they can't secure work, they're pursuing master's degrees or higher. So there's lots of very educated people entering the labour market. The second being that a lot of companies are trying to streamline operations so they're asking more from junior level roles but they're not adjusting salary expectations to align with that.

I can’t decide which country to move to

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I'm Canadian and lived in a couple different Canadian cities (Toronto, Montreal, Halifax) and currently living in the UK. I would decide where you're moving to based on which school you want to attend/get accepted to. McGill (Montreal), Dalhousie (Halifax) and UofT/TMU (Toronto) are all really great schools, but given you want to get into marketing, I would encourage you to look at Western's Media, Information and Technoculture program. It's a really well respected program and of my friends who attended it, all of them are working for major companies (Coca-Cola, Warner Music, Maple Leaf Sports Entertainment). Otherwise, I think you'll find lots of cultural overlap between Canada and the UK but it'll be different enough to get that living abroad feeling. I don't know what else you'd want/need to know but feel free to ask away.