I was really busy the last couple of months. From the last time I wrote, these were what I have done.
- Job applications.
I sent hundreds of job applications already, both abroad and locally. Only a few have called so far. This is a testament to how hard it is to land in a good job.
- Job interviews.
Since I had my first two failed interviews with companies from Singapore, I've been invited to five other job interviews, three from local companies, and two from abroad. I'm proud to say I've passed four out of the five. Practice, exposure, confidence and that "seller" mentality is the key.
- Preparations form Migrant Visa Application.
I had my eyes set on migrating to Australia. I had to prepare the needed requirements for that. The first was taking the IELTS examination. I completed it last July. I got a grade just enough for me to pass the "points test" for a Visa application. The next thing was having my profession assessed by Engineers Australia. I needed a month and a half to work on the documents. It was hard writing all those stuffs about my career, but in the end, I was able to submit it. Engineers Australia received it last August, and I'm still waiting on their decision on whether my work experience could be credited. I'm hoping for a
- Decision making.
I got this job offer from a good company, and I had to make a really tough decision which would directly affect the course of how my life would be. I had to choose between my current job and the new one. On one side, I had a new career waiting. It would have been nice to start something new. That job would take me back to my home province in Cebu and it would bring me closer to my wife and family. On the other hand, I could stay put in my current company, receive some salary increase and possibly be sent outside the country from time to time. In the end, the financial needs weighed more, and I decided to keep the job that I have in exchange for immediate increase in earnings.
-Stock trading.
I also learned how to trade stocks. I opened my first online trading account and I was impressed by the potential earnings of this kind of investment. So far, my largest gain was 16% of my total investment. Not bad for a newbie. I just need to learn more about it, so I can maximize my gains.
- Back in Ireland.
In keeping my job, I was given another opportunity to travel outside the country. I'm back in Ireland to work on another project. I'm writing this article now in Ireland.
