8. Find a support network
You may be far away from your friends and family and your usual support network. Isolation can be real, especially if you aren't fluent in the local language. You’ll need to build yourself a new local support network. Fellow expats can help you out with advice and a shoulder to cry on when needed; they’ve been through the same things you are going through. Check with your embassy or local chambers of commerce and join networking events. Check sites like LinkedIn, Meetup.com or Facebook Events and make sure you get out there and socialize. It will help you professionally and will help you adapt to your new home.
9. Enjoy yourself
Finally, remember to have fun! Enjoy the richness of a different culture—the food, the sightseeing, the people. Find time to wander, to get lost purposefully and enjoy your new environment. Personal growth will come from your downtime; your stress levels will drop and your life will be richer.
You’re taking the first step towards a brilliant career, so by following these tips you can make it go that much more smoothly and set yourself up to succeed that much sooner. It's not hard, and a little mental preparation will position you to thrive.
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