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Zimbabwe’s economy is struggling with hyperinflation, massive unemployment rates and ongoing currency instability. If you have kids, you start wondering what their future is going to be like in a country with one of the highest unemployment rates and limited career opportunities.
Even in these circumstances you still have to make sure relocating is the best option for you.
Some people change careers to become care givers because it offers an easier and quicker way to relocate. If you have a passion for this line of work and if you know long term it will be worth it, go for it. If you leave a good job in your home country even if the salary was lower, you can struggle going from a managerial position to a low position especially into a different profession.
Relocating has to be for the right reasons. You have look at the advantages and disadvantages. It doesn’t matter where you relocate to, there are always disadvantages to consider. The benefits just have to outweigh the downsides.
Some reasons to consider when relocating:
- Career goals / aspirations / employment opportunities
- Change
- Cost of living
- Education for kids
- Health system
- Family and friends
Tips for the day:
- research the living costs of the country you intend to relocate to, have an idea of what your expenses are going to be so you know how much you will be left with after paying bills. Be careful you are not relocating just to be in the same financial position or worse.
- Research on Pay As You Earn (PAYE) / Income Taxes