Bored at work? Seeking a career change? Have you considered using your current skills to pursue non-traditional career opportunities?

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Travel for Work Opportunities

There are endless numbers of good-paying jobs worldwide- if you are willing to step out of your geographical comfort zone. For example, countries like Japan pay very well for language teachers. (More about teaching career opportunities below). You can make a good income as a travel nurse by offering skills to other nations or dealing with social issues like COVID, mental health, and elderly care. You can check out services like Avantis Medical for more advice.

Consider Being a Digital Nomad

Digital nomads are remote workers who usually travel to different locations. They often work in coffee shops, co-working spaces, or public libraries, relying on devices with wireless internet capabilities, i.e., smartphones and mobile hotspots. Being a digital nomad is only for some and can be more complicated than you might think. This line of work can be even more complex if you have ties, roots, and close family, such as children. However, if you’re exploring new career opportunities, consider spreading your wings and setting off for a different sunset. Traveling and working can help you learn new skills, meet others in your field, and gain the worldly experience you might benefit from. You can also see how others in different places apply themselves to the same job.

Take Your Career Further by Asking for a Transfer 

If the opportunity exists, you can ask your boss to help you see the world by requesting a transfer to another office. This may not be a common request, but your company may offer programs to work in other countries, especially if it is a major multinational one. Big tech, law firms, big pharma, and publishing companies are known for providing these career opportunities. However, you’ll need to provide a solid case of how your transfer will benefit the business. Make a great proposal, and demonstrate your skills, experience, and how you would contribute to the organization.

Assist Family Members Out of Town

We all love seeing family, and these meetups are even more special when the family members are out-of-towners and meetings are rare. But why not go to them? If your family lives in another state or country, you can visit them on an extended holiday and offer your skills and services. There are widely publicized career opportunities that allow family members to be paid for being a caregiver to a family member. Suppose you are an accountant and a family member owns a business. In that case, you could help your family member with expenses, tax filings, transactions, etc. If your work is that good, with word of mouth, you could potentially get more business through referrals.

Travel to Teach Others

Career opportunities involving teaching abroad can be a very rewarding experience. This is one of the main reasons why, in the UK alone, 15,000 teachers per year transfer to international teaching programs. Your teaching could be to learn new skills or methods. Or you can travel to teach in places in dire need of educational help, such as countries recovering from war. Charities like Save the Children, Care, and Educate Girls, offer rewarding experiences that can make a difference.

Expand your horizons, step out of your comfort zone, and expand your career opportunities. Yes, in many cases, it can be just that simple.

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