On The Road: Finding a Job in Another City

If you are willing to relocate, then you can greatly broaden your job search. By broadening your job search, you have a greater chance of finding employment that you really love. Looking for jobs all over the country (or all over the world, depending on how far you are willing to go and how many languages you speak) can seem like quite a daunting research project. Using the following guide, however, you should be able to find a great job in another city (or country) without experiencing a nervous break down.

STEP 1: Define Your Parameters

The first thing that you must do is to decide how far afield you are willing to go. Then, you must decide what kind of place you want to relocate to. If you hate city life, then steer clear of jobs in Manhattan, Tokyo, Los Angeles, and any other major metropolis. Once you have figured out these parameters, you can start searching jobs by specific locations. If you decide, for example, that you want to work in a medium-sized city in the specific Northwest, then begin looking for jobs in that specific area.

STEP 2: Start Sending Applications

Once you have begun your job search and have identified a few great positions that you would love to have, start sending out the best applications that you can put together.

STEP 3: Travels

Many of the companies who will consider hiring you will ask for an in-person interview, so you must be prepared to make a preliminary trip in order to secure a job. Remember that you can claim a large portion of job-search costs on hour taxes. Be sure to save receipts for air fare, gas, food, and lodging while you are on the road for interviews.

STEP 4: Landing the Job and Landing in a New Town

Ok, now that you have landed the job, you have a lot of work ahead of you before ever set foot in your new office. You have to get a new place to live, set up housekeeping, figure out where to grocery shop, and complete a myriad of other tasks. One of the best ways to get acclimate in a new town is to enlist the help of a few friendly folks. Ask if anyone in your new office can recommend a good neighborhood close to work where you might find a good house or apartment. Then start looking through classifieds to find a great place. If you have the luxury of time, try to move a few weeks before your first day. Be sure to get involved in your new community in order to make connections outside of work.

STEP 5: Enjoy!

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