I decided that I would return to China and started looking for a job. LaowaiCareer website came up during my search, so I registered on the job site. Jane Tian, who is a member of the LaowaiCareer team sent me an email suggesting a few jobs. Jane was extremely helpful and pointed me in the…
Introducing The Hutong School Webinar: How to Get a Job in China
Are you interested in China and do you feel ready to take the next step in your career by joining one of the most rapidly expanding and fast paced work forces? Join one of the founders of Hutong School, Jan Wostyn, on May 9th for a unique webinar, including inside information, on how to get…
Is a Move to China Viable for Small Business Owners?
China has a bustling and expanding economy that is attracting many businesses from abroad. The country removed a lot of red tape a few years ago allowing for small businesses and startups to more easily get set up in the country. It’s easy to see the country’s allure. Workers can often be found for very…
Best Getaways to Escape the Big City on a Long Weekend
Tired of crowds, air pollution and the concrete jungle? Seeing China differently is closer, and more convenient than you might expect. Let’s face it; living in China’s modern megacities can be an amazing experience, but also an overwhelming one, particularly for expats used to living in less crowded countries. Every once in a while, […
How to Write a Spectacular ESL Resume
Before you even think about teaching abroad, you will need to investigate the type of employment you are after and write a CV or Resume to fit the profile of the Job Description. *****A word of advice: Don’t apply for a job that asks for qualifications if you do not have them.***** This wastes your…
The Benefits of Traveling the World as an Online Teacher
Is it possible to travel the world for an indefinite amount of time and still have a stable and solid income? I asked myself that question a lot while I was wandering from country to country and job to job until I discovered online teaching. Since that moment the way I travel has changed and…
Ten Things You Should Know Before Moving to Asia
There are many great reasons to live and work in Asia. If you’re a teacher, finding a job with an agency or an international school can be an easy and practical way to fling yourself into the Far East for a little while. ESL teaching gigs abound in this part of the world, ranging from…
Accredited Online TEFL Courses and TEFL Certification
So many people dream of living and working abroad, but fail to make this dream into a reality. They have a dream, but they don’t have a plan. You can achieve more by taking the leap and making your dreams a reality. Let me explain how having a TEFL certification can be helpful and make…
Accredited Online TEFL Courses and TEFL Certification
So many people dream of living and working abroad, but fail to make this dream into a reality. They have a dream, but they don’t have a plan. You can do better than them by taking the leap and making your dreams a reality. One of the most common ways to get a job in…
5 Market Research Methodologies to Target and Understand Your Chinese Customer
To construct an efficient profitable business in China, one must conduct sophisticated and comprehensive market research. Indeed, it is the process by which one surveys the market and locates a target customer. If a business does not comprehend their consumer, they will struggle to sell their products or services, especially in the Chinese market. Consequently,…
Best CV format in 2016
It s a popular misconception amongst many job hunters, that CVs are all the same, and that one single format is suitable for all job applications. This is completely wrong and results in many applicants failing to reach the interview stage because their CV is rejected simply because it has been written in the wrong…
How to answer the 6 hardest interview questions
You’ve applied for a position at a reputable company, which pays well and has amazing employee benefits. Lucky you are invited to the company for a job interview. During the interview, everything is going well until the interviewer asks the dreaded ‘tell me about yourself’ question. You start to stammer. Tension starts to build and,…
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