Thread by @BanjiAlo

Do you think your challenges will end once you travel abroad?

You lie!

The journey never ends.

Here's what I have found:

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It's interesting how many young professionals think all they need is to travel abroad and all their challenges will be resolved.

@SummerOkibe @Oludeewon

I am sorry to inform you that it will most likely be the beginning of your challenges.

Why?

#1. As a student,

- You are probably tired of thinking about tuition and living expenses

- You start dreaming of finishing school and getting a post-study work visa

- You think your challenges will be over once you get to this point.

Then you get a post-study work visa.

#2. On your post-study work permit

- This visa only lasts between 1-4 years
- You realise it's not adequate
- You are under pressure not to let it expire
- You don't want to return to a student visa or go back home
- You begin to find work

#3. You had good fortunes and found a job

- You start getting concerned about your temp visa status
- You begin to think about extending this visa or getting a permanent residence
- You start making calls and exploring ways to remain in the country permanently

#4. You get your permanent visa

- The first few days are exciting!
- You realise the bills are still there
- Your responsibilities are higher than they used to be
- You start thinking about more money
- You want to upgrade your income

#5. You got a raise (promotion or new job)

- You begin to think about getting a mortgage
- You start thinking about having a family if you haven't got one yet
- More bills
- Your responsibilities become more

6. You have a job, mortgage and have become a permanent resident

- You want to get hold of the passport
- You want to be a dual citizen
- The thoughts of travelling to top countries without visas sweeten your soul like honey

#7. You get the passport

- You begin to see what your mates are doing
- You want to do more
- You start thinking about buying another house for investment
- You begin to think of getting investments in your home country
- You have more responsibilities

As you can see, challenges never end.

Getting your student visa approved or landing in a new country will not end your challenges.

@ritapurity

You'll find much more. @taadelodun

Human needs are unsatiable. We will keep wanting more.

This thread is not to discourage you but to enlighten you that your challenges will not end once you board a plane.

- Getting out will not end your challenges
- Focus on the bigger picture
- Be prepared to face these challenges

I wish you the best in your career pursuit.

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