How to build a strong network in a short period of time. Can you imagine how it feels not knowing anyone after moving to a new place? Even when being surrounded by people at a new workplace, it can hurt and provide a feeling of being alienated. This articles shows how I overcame that feeling after moving to Sydney.
I really admire the way you systematically approached this. I was fortunate to move to Japan as part of study and then work exchange programs that created automatic networks. Then when I moved to Delhi, I had a baby daughter so parents’ groups became my way to connect. Your article is relevant for expats and locals alike in terms of building networks. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻
Thanks Gunnar yes they had their challenges but I’m so grateful I had the chance to experience those different cultures. Hopefully we can grab a coffee when I get to Sydney next (I lived in the Inner West for 11 years).
Gunnar, this was both practical and deeply relatable. Relocation can be lonely, but your roadmap makes it feel possible, even exciting. Loved the reminder that connection is a daily act, not a one-time fix.
This is full of great tips !! I’m also a member of InterNations as I’m a solo traveller and have attended a few of the members events where all who came along were friendly, welcoming and conversational. LinkedIn I find is also great. Thanks for sharing :)
Thanks for confirming InterNations as a good example, Rebecca. Need to check your LinkedIn content, too! Happy Australia Day from Sydney to Brisbane 🇦🇺
Yes Happy Australia Day to you too! Please feel free to connect over there on LinkedIn. I don’t post too much (it’s on my to do list) but am fairly active as an observer and supporter :)
I really admire the way you systematically approached this. I was fortunate to move to Japan as part of study and then work exchange programs that created automatic networks. Then when I moved to Delhi, I had a baby daughter so parents’ groups became my way to connect. Your article is relevant for expats and locals alike in terms of building networks. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻
Thanks for your kind lines - Japan and India are surely more advanced cultural challenges which I‘m sure enriched your life!
Thanks Gunnar yes they had their challenges but I’m so grateful I had the chance to experience those different cultures. Hopefully we can grab a coffee when I get to Sydney next (I lived in the Inner West for 11 years).
That would be nice - so many great coffee places connected with literature ☕️📚
Gunnar, this was both practical and deeply relatable. Relocation can be lonely, but your roadmap makes it feel possible, even exciting. Loved the reminder that connection is a daily act, not a one-time fix.
This is full of great tips !! I’m also a member of InterNations as I’m a solo traveller and have attended a few of the members events where all who came along were friendly, welcoming and conversational. LinkedIn I find is also great. Thanks for sharing :)
Thanks for confirming InterNations as a good example, Rebecca. Need to check your LinkedIn content, too! Happy Australia Day from Sydney to Brisbane 🇦🇺
Yes Happy Australia Day to you too! Please feel free to connect over there on LinkedIn. I don’t post too much (it’s on my to do list) but am fairly active as an observer and supporter :)