Living or Working Abroad?

[richasia]

Just came across yr post. Are you doing any pre-launch in Singapore or Malaysia?

[richasia]

You are absolutely right. The world has shrank dramatically the last decade or so. You can be anywhere in the world and do business with anyone as long as u have an internet connection. I am into project financing.

[Offshore Staff Leasing]

Nice post. It helps me a lot. Thanks

[Eugene]

There are a lot of benefits of living and working abroad. It can allow you to work in a place where there are less overheads, and living conditions are cheaper. You also have a chance to outsource in a reliable way, as you can directly screen potential employees, as opposed to delegating this to someone else.
One negative though is that you can lose touch with your market in Australia, as you are not as directly connected as you would be as if you were living in Australia.
I know of many companies that import goods from overseas, but remain working in Australia as they do not want to lose touch with their market. So instead of leaving the country permanently, they just travel a few times a year so that they can do what they need to.
You can have a look at the example of Mamagreen, a company in Sydney who sell outdoor furniture, but import their recycled teak furniture from Sounds like Home, a wholesaler in Sydney. By importing directly through a wholesaler Mamagreen does not have to deal with the importing process, therefore simplifying their business structure and processes. Sounds like Home is benefitted by having a stable supplier in Sydney.
If you can achieve a symbiotic business plan like this, whereby you can work and live abroad, but have a company in Australia selling your goods and being directly connected with the market it would be a good strategy.

[RebeccaR]

Great thread

[conmonroy]

Working abroad have its pros and cons but it's still worth it.. that time when you go back home and have fun with your family, being able to give anything they ask for is a gem..

[EmilyF]

I'm still working abroad and have to admit that I'm loving it over here now. Been back twice since work dragged me away but the internet makes the world a smaller face and I skype home almost every day. I keep up with my mates on Facebook too, so it's easier to stay in touch now than ever before. I just miss the weather now. England is bloody freezing and I've got to go out and get the bus in fifteen minutes. I really, really want a duvet day.

[miragex]

I would really love to do business and eventually retire in South America, its just much easier said than done!

[pressurewashing]

For the past 2 years I have spend an equal amount of time in Australia and abroad. Mainly in Michigan with a little 4 month stint in the UK. Unfortunately I can only stay in the US under the Visa Waiver Scheme for a max. 3 months then I have to come back to Australia, hang out for a bit and then return. I guess I could look into getting an extended visit Visa but not sure how long they take to process.
Anybody here have any idea?

[elitebag]

WOW,that's good .I live in China .It is a good way to connect with worldwide friends .We also can learn much about from this group.