In 2019 nursing in the United States is still a very hot profession that allows a lot of mobility -professionally, socially, and financially.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that the demand for nurses in the US will soar by 26% by 2020. Opportunities are there for all.
Even, if you are not living in the United States this opportunity does not have to pass you by. You can get a visa to study –learn how to study nursing in the United States here. If you want inside tips on how to study and get good grades you should definitely listen to Kimberly Daley speak about her journey.
Kimberly Nurse Tips
If you want more information feel free to contact Kim at Instagram– @kimonthedaley
Moving to Japan to teach English is one of the easiest ways to live in this exotic and enigmatic land. In today’s episode, a young woman from New Zealand shares her Japan story.
Here are the highlights:
1 : 24 – Self-introduction
1 : 45 – Number of countries visited
2: 33 – How to move to Japan
3 : 05 – Academic requirements to be employed in Japan
3: 34 – Process and length of time to be processed from New Zealand to move to Japan
5: 45 – What was surprising about Japan?
6 : 10 – What is a typical workday like as an ALT in Japan?
7 : 31 – Adventures in Japan
8 : 30 – What was your challenge in Japan?
9 : 33 – Good advice for people who want to move to Japan.
Things to Note :
Moving to Japan can be fun but the initial stage will be a bit hectic; you will need to gather many documents for the application process. However, this should not be a deterrent as Japan and the Japanese people are waiting for you to show your teaching skills.
No, you may not. I am sure none of you asked this question. But yes some people would love to submit their resumes without a cover letter, but this would be a great mistake. A cover letter is a like a defense lawyer because it allows you to state your argument and explain why you are worthy to be given an interview.
In this episode, I outline some musts for a cover letter. If you follow these I can assure you that you will always be in the running for an interview.
The following are the highlights from the show:
1 : 01 – What is a cover letter
1 : 53 – Tailor your cover letter for the organization
2 : 33 – Write down the list of your accomplishments before writing the cover letter
3 : 23 – Have an introduction
3 : 57 – Get to the point
4 : 47 – A conclusion is your time to put your enthusiasm on show
5 : 30 – How to make a great impression with your cover letter
6 : 27 – Edit your cover letter
7 : 08 – Use www.hemingwayapp.com to help your style guide
7 : 36 – Simple is best
8 : 09 – Keep it clear
8 : 30 – A cover letter is answering a need
8 : 50 – Companies are only asking a big question
Tips to Note :
Make sure that you introduce yourself from the get-go. Then after your introduction get straight to the point. You can ensure that your content has a clear style by using the ‘Hemingwayapp’ to help with editing.
However, even if the contents of your cover letter is weak, your conclusion should be enthusiastic and expectant.
If you are a Commonwealth citizen I have great news for you. It is possible for you to join the British Army and get a career that is outside of the norm. It is possible to do this with or without a degree.
Here are the highlights from the show with Oliver Daley:
1 : 16 – British Army veteran introduces himself
1 : 29 – British Army structure
2 : 57 – Oliver’s role in the army
5 : 10 – How he learned about the opportunity
7 : 36 – Join the British Army from your home country or from Britain
8 : 40 – Length of time for initial application process
14 :12 – He speaks about the eligibility test
14 : 36 – British Army Development Center
17 : 26 – British Army fitness tests
18 : 36 – British Army international soldiers
20 : 20 – The importance of teamwork in the British Army
21 : 22 – How having a degree can impact your position in the British Army
23 :14 – Oliver speaks about being deployed in the Middle East
24 :24 – Oliver Daley gives his reasons for joining the British Army
25 : 59 – How the British Army can help your personal growth
27 : 25 – Being in a state of readiness
27 : 35 – The four main lessons he takes from being in the British Army.
30 : 32 – Advice to people who want to join the British Army
32 : 14 – Can joining the British Army help with immigration?
34 : 50 – Who pay for the plane tickets for British Army recruits?
36: 25 – Last advice to persons who want to join the British Army
Tips To Note :
Make sure that you have specific goals for joining the army. Joining the army will lead to a lot of fun times and growth but it will also be very challenging. If you are going to join the army try to get your fitness level up before training. This will allow you to have an easier training.
Good for you if you do because I certainly don’t. Over the years, however, I have had to write several. It is for this reason that I know that my resume writing skills can be of much help to persons who are novices to the art or who are simply just uncertain about the process.
Resumes should be viewed as clothes and in this episode, I talk about what best to put on.
Here or the Highlights:
1: 25 – My experience
1: 43 – Do your research
3: 08 – Tailor your resume for the job
3: 44 – Make your resume keyword rich.
5: 30 – Get to the point; don’t use fillers
5: 56 – Write a strong objective. It’s your pass to getting an interview.
Tips to Note :
Before sending your resume please do some research. Your research will the inform your process of creating a resume. With that said you must use as much knowledge about the job to tailor your resume to it. Oh, and forget about fillers, just get straight to the point.
Native Speakers should consider teaching English regardless of their profession. The experience can be one of self-discovery and great travel. If you are unemployed this could be a wonderful new beginning for you.
The following are some of the highlights from this episode :
: 22 – A list of a few places where native speakers and teach English
1: 27 – Career background of an English teacher
2: 10 – What is needed to teach English in a foreign country
2: 52 – Certification to Teach English
3: 45 – The demand for English teachers
4: 17 – Where can native speakers really teach English
5: 05 – TEFL and TESOL explained
5: 43 – Being an English teacher can be great
7: 13 – Teaching English VS being unemployed
8: 14 – You should start in this country if you are nervous
8: 20 – Teach English in Japan
Tips to Note –
Confidence is the number one thing a potential teacher will need in order to start teaching. The more confident you are the easier the opportunity will be. TEFL/TESOL training will improve your teaching ability. However, many persons start teaching without it even though their options are limited because of this.
A whole new world will open up if you decide to teach English even for a year.
The Commonwealth is made up of 53 countries across the globe (you can do more research here.) Most Commonwealth nations use English as their first language. This is advantageous in today’s interconnected world. In this episode, I talk about the two opportunities that are available to citizens from Commonwealth nations.
Highlights:
1: 20 – What is the Commonwealth.
2: 25 – What advantages do Commonwealth citizens have.
3: 27 – What are the advantages of being an English speaker.
4: 52 – Join The British Army.
6: 00 – Requirements to Join the British Army.
8: 40 – Age Limit to Join the British Army.
9: 38 – Education level needed to join the British Army.
10: 03 – Documents needed to join the British Army.
10: 39 – Health and medical requirements for the British Army.
15: 27 – Can you join the British Army if you have a criminal record?
15: 57 – The British Army tattoos policy.
17: 20 – Service liability Letters for the British Army.
18: 00 – Character references
19: 19 – British Army application, cancellation procedure.
19: 28 – Traveling to England for placement.
Tips to Note –
You will have to be careful about your tattoos. Check the army website here for more details. Also, remember to keep your research focused on Commonwealth citizens. Good luck.
A J2 visa holder must be an immediate family member of a J1 Visa holder. With this said what can a J2 holder do in the United States. Igol, my special guest shares his experience as a J2 Visa holder in the United States.
These were the key points:
1 : 45 – How to become eligible for a J2 Visa
2 : 42 – J1 Visa review
3:08 – J2 Visa application process
6 : 05 – What to do before leaving your home country
8 : 06 – What J2 Visa holders can do to get their social security number quickly
8 : 40 – Contact information.
Tips to Note:
Take a bit of home with you when you go to the United States as a J2 Visa holder. This will help you to keep your sanity while your spouse is away at work ( they will more than likely be working longing hours -after all that is why they got their J1 Visa).
The J-1 Visa offers cultural and educational exchange opportunities in the United States
What is a J1 Visa?
A J1 Visa can be a life-changing opportunity for anyone who is fortunate enough to be given a position. In this episode, I give my opinion about the J1 Visa.
The following are the highlights:
1:00 – What is a J1 Visa ?
1:25 – Who can participate in a J1 Visa program ?
2:09 – Participants by the numbers and percentages.
3:09 – J1 Visa for university graduates and professionals.
3:55 – J1 Visa recipients with a family can get J2 Visas.
5:13 – J1 Visa important rules to note (J1 Visa 212e restriction) You will need a a J1 Waiver.
8:00 – Where to start your research.
Tips to Note:
Before you embark on the J1 Visa position read about the 212e restriction. This is a very important fine print that must be considered before making a decision. The J1 Visa will definitely be a life-changing one but it will be your duty to make sure that it is positive.
We all have negative feelings or pains that come from a failure at some point our lives. Being unemployed enhances this feeling even more. Depression plays serious tricks on the mind that can even sometimes be deadly.
Sometimes we may even feel as if though we are complete failures. However, this thought is an irrational thought. In this episode, I share my personal experience with unemployment and depression.
Highlights –
1 : 07 – Being depressed and unemployed
2 : 00 – Unemployed with savings Vs without savings
3 : 20 – Deep depression
4 : 39 – Desperation and self-pity because of unemployment
4 : 54 – Don’t waste a good depression
5 : 59 – Irrational thoughts from being depressed
7 : 01 – How to restart your job search
8 : 05 – Being employed VS Your purpose for living
8 : 52 – Tips for the unemployed ( use Khan Academy and Alison.com)
10 : 40 – Set a schedule and have a routine for every day
12 : 30 – Start a hobby – especially one that can eventually get you paid
Tips to Note –
Regardless of how you might feel, know that you will be employed again no matter how long it takes. Good employees are hard to find. Maybe, being unemployed may even spark your own entrepreneurial spirit. So you might even start your own business. However, positive things will not happen until you change your mindset and start to do something productive.
