jm8257
MemberAmerican expat in South Korea
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About me
American
Lives in Hwaseong-si
Speaks English & a little bit of Czech (quite rusty, though)
Registration: 01 January 2018
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Finding a teaching position...without going through a recruiter? by calripplebear
Hello, I was curious if there was a way to find schools looking for teachers without having to go through a recruiter? Or is this pretty much necessary?
@calripplebear Yes and no. Openings are generally found on Dave's ESL Cafe, Craigslist, word of mouth, and by passing out fliers. Some recruiters are less dishonorable than others. it also depends on your credentials, age, persistence, and if you ... Read More
Any Amazon Sellers living in Korea? by likej82
Hello, My name is Jonathan and I'm trying to find out if there are any expats living in Korea doing Amazon FBA globally (but for sure in US marketplace). How is the Amazon market scene in Korea? Are people in Korea talking about Amazon at ...
Rajesh, I have sold several books on Amazon and occasionally I get a small royalty from them. I strongly prefer to be contact via email.*** - Joel Read More
Working conditions and labour laws in South Korea by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in South Korea? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave ...
I'm replying to someone who wants to change her situation while being in South Korea on D2 visa. Tutoring is generally prohibited under that visa, while it can be possible to work either 20 or 30 hours per week depending on whether you are in ... Read More
Legal services in South Korea by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in South Korea. What types of legal services might an ...
In general, you are far more likely to find an attorney online than through any other method. You could, of course, try Craigslist, but finding an attorney who is competent, speaks English, and wants to take your case can be a challenge. The ... Read More
Any Amazon Sellers living in Korea? by likej82
Hello, My name is Jonathan and I'm trying to find out if there are any expats living in Korea doing Amazon FBA globally (but for sure in US marketplace). How is the Amazon market scene in Korea? Are people in Korea talking about Amazon at ...
Where is that private messaging service on this site? Joel Monkarsh Read More
Any Amazon Sellers living in Korea? by likej82
Hello, My name is Jonathan and I'm trying to find out if there are any expats living in Korea doing Amazon FBA globally (but for sure in US marketplace). How is the Amazon market scene in Korea? Are people in Korea talking about Amazon at ...
This is a message to moderator and to the person who posted the query about Amazon Sellers living in Korea. How do we reach people if it has to be via private messaging? Is that information available via expat.com? It used to be possible for ... Read More
Any Amazon Sellers living in Korea? by likej82
Hello, My name is Jonathan and I'm trying to find out if there are any expats living in Korea doing Amazon FBA globally (but for sure in US marketplace). How is the Amazon market scene in Korea? Are people in Korea talking about Amazon at ...
Are you trying to import into Korea or are you trying to drop ship your products elsewhere, but you happen to be living in Korea? I am in a similar bind, so perhaps we should chat. If you are attempting to import into Korea, it could be a ... Read More
Looking for a Korean business partner by Koafrica
My my names are Tete sim am looking a Korean English speaking person to partner with in electronic export. If you are interested send me a message to discuss further. Thank you
I am in similar situation, although I do not necessarily need a Korean partner. With a Korean business partner, however, you have someone who can help you with the bureaucracy because you partner speaks the local language. Until about 18 months ... Read More
Parenting in South Korea by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being a parent can be challenging, and even more so when moving abroad, but it can also be an enriching experience. Tell us more below about your role as a parent in South Korea. How are you experiencing your parental role in ...
If you are an English speaking parent, your options are somewhat limited if you have a K-12 age children. International schools cost 30,000,000 won a year. For Korean parents wishing to maintain their young children's English language ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in South Korea by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in South Korea. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships ...
Intercultural marriages are a challenge everywhere, but they can be even more difficult in a society which is largely mono-cultural. Compared with 20 years ago, Koreans rarely married outside their ethnic group, but now it has been become more ... Read More
The best apps for expats in South Korea by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in South Korea. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move ...
This posting mainly deals with apps used in Korea. Please rely on the Facebook and Google accounts you used before you arrived in Korea. Koreans rely on the local monopolies - Naver, Kakao, and Daum for instant message and Internet services and ... Read More
The best apps for expats in South Korea by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in South Korea. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move ...
Applications in Korea tend to be written only in hangul (the Korean language), so they are often useless for non-Korean speakers. Because I tutor in Korea, I rely on CNN, a subscription to the New York Times, the BBC, and a publication called Korea ... Read More
i want to move and live in korea by Suiren
i want to move and live in korea next four years i want to know where is the cheapest and the safest place to stay. what kind of jobs can i work at? how can i get a visa? a long term one?
A lot depends on what you would like to do and what your nationality is and whether you are a native English speaker, because the Korean authorities discriminate for ESL work in favor of North Americans, Brits, Kiwis, and Aussies. Unless you have a ... Read More