This is basically the same as my 'Life in the UK' thread, but since the latter replies on that thread have diverged too much from my original intent/question and there are some people who didn't like my tongue-in-cheek way of asking, I decided to make another thread. A thread with a more serious set of questions. I'm planning to move to the UK in the following months or so. This will be an important 'life move' for me, so I would appreciate it if you can be straight-forward and mince no words in your replies. Here is a bit of my personal info: 1. I'm 26 years old, British by descent. I was born to both British parents (my mother though is a naturalised-British). But I'm tubong Pinoy. (Born and raised here in the Philippines). 2. I'm a Commerce graduate major in Management and Marketing, minor in Economics. I graduated from a university in Australia. Spent three years in Sydney. 3. My job roles/history revolve around Business Development, Human Resources and Marketing, from entry-level to middle management. 4. I've got no attachments right now, romantically-speaking. Also family is not an issue. 5. I'm flexible and adaptable to any situation, no qualms or anything. I had once lived in Tondo, Manila back when I was a child- the real Tondo. Ask your Filipino partners/friends on what kind of place that is. 6. My goal in life/ambition is to get rich. Filthy rich. So without further adieu, here are the questions: 1. Which city/area/suburb in the UK would be great for someone like me? 2. What are the costs of living in that place? 3. Would I find it hard to get a job there? What are my chances? Help out a lad here, mates. Your unbiased/straight-forward opinion would really help me out with my plans. I'll be like a newborn there. Think of me as your son or younger brother! Tito! Kuya! I need your wisdom! Hahahahahah...
Well, as the father of a 21 year-old '50/50' son, I suppose I can empathise. He has recently been accepted into the Royal Air Force, but in your case, and with the qualifications/experience that you've listed, then perhaps sales would be a good career choice for you here. There are companies throughout the UK always in need of staff who are simply natural communicators. You will experience little prejudice, and money-wise, in the right job, the sky is the limit if you have the drive and can offer something extra. Living costs will be MUCH lower if you live outside London and the Southeast, but salaries much the same, so more goes in your pocket. (I have been involved in sales for over 40 years).
Thanks Tito Graham! Hahahahah..> Good to know I will experience little prejudice there, especially money-wise. I thought I would need to bring my itak. I've been into sales too before. I had once worked in KFC back when I was in university and had also worked in charities. I'm also an expert palingkero (wet market errand buyer). I think the latter counts very much. So your son would be mates with Prince Harry real soon! He was in the airforce I think. And he still sometimes visit. lol.
Knightstrike.. Listen to Graham.. He has his feet well and truly on the ground in the U.K and his advise should be respected IMO. Ive been away far too long to be of much assistance.. I have also never applied for a job that required a suit.
London. If you are earning big bucks or want to then that is the place to be with your credentials. However, any of the other major cities could give you similar prospects. However London is the "engine room" and commercial hub for the UK in the same way Manila is. It is also the best place for jobs. It is also the most cosmopolitan and lively part of the country for a foreign graduate. Where would you choose if you were confined to the Philippines?
I'm split on my thoughts about London. Indeed I heard that's the place to earn big bucks, but it's also expensive. My Aussie mates told me it's similar to Melbourne. In regards to your question, then Paranaque, Alabang, or Cebu. But I'd rather not because I'm so sick of the Philippines and want to explore.
I asked about the Philippines as I thought it might throw up the comparison between Manila and London. If you want small and provincial, the IOM is an excellent commercial hub. But it is boring.
My wife is from Paranaque (BF Homes), its quite a reasonable place with lots of estates having their own security which is reassuring.
Where in BF? I once lived there. Hahahahah... She'll know Ruins and Pergola (though this venue is still relatively new).
I have a "50/50" son, born in Manila, now aged 20, who is a deck cadet in the Merchant Navy. He has fallen into a career that suits him perfectly, it seems. Be very sure to collect your driving licence before passing "go". You will be able to drive for one year here on your Philipines licence.
I guess. But I want to start slowly. Get my feet on the ground, work and save money. Get a feel of the UK, get to know some people, then make new plans. I plan to get rich, and I think London is the place I should be at. But I should only make one step at a time or else I'll trip. I'm still here in the Philippines, kuya! Hahahahaha...
Thanks and I'll do that. But I think I will have to stick with public transport at least for the first few months, because I would probably get lost. And I'll go back to driving school. New country, new driving rules... And a country with pedestrian lanes that people actually follow, at that! Hahahahhahaha.... By the way, 50/50 is funny... I hope you are not referring to our mental capacity. =p
These are our children we're talking about, so of course nothing negative meant. My '50/50' son is very bright indeed...as are my two Filipino stepchildren (both of whom now have British degrees).
The UK is still a land of opportunity if you are prepared to work hard, the best country in the world in my opinion, not many countries come close to the UK in my opinion, we have it all
Good thing there are no Americans in this website. Else, another revolution. Hahahahahahaha... But indeed, I hope that will be true for me as well.
