Ep. 2 | The Real Side Of Expat Life: Dealing with Challenges and Rewards

SUBSCRIBE & WATCH MORE https://www.youtube.com/@lastflightoutpodcast  Welcome back to the Last Flight Out podcast, where your hosts, Mike and Jay, share their journey from New York to the UAE and the nitty-gritty details of life abroad. In this episode, they delve into how they got here – from the visa and recruitment process to handling finances and the emotional rollercoaster of adjusting to a new home. Recruitment and Visa Process: Mike talks about his recruitment journey, highlighting the video calls, background checks and the in-person interview. Jay emphasizes the importance of networking, word-of-mouth opportunities and job boards. Financial Insights: We discuss managing finances, the components of expat compensation and the financial pitfalls of UAE hype. Jay shares his experience of financial discipline and long-term planning, focusing on the three Ls: Life, Longevity and Legacy. Emotional Aspects: We reflect on the emotional aspects of living abroad, including the initial adjustment period, homesickness and finding your place in a new country.  Join us for another insightful and engaging discussion on the realities of expat life in the UAE! Whether you're considering a move or just curious about life in the UAE, this episode has you covered. Don't forget to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel, follow us on Instagram and TikTok and stay tuned for more episodes covering various aspects of our journey.  FOLLOW OUR HOSTS:  Jay https://instagram.com/jloubriel26  Mike https://instagram.com/ifmikewashere  FOLLOW LAST FLIGHT OUT PODCAST:  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@lastflightoutpodcast  Website https://www.lastflightoutpodcast.com  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lastflightoutpodcast/  Twitter https://twitter.com/LFOpodcast  TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lastflightoutpodcast  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551240810689  Linkedin https://https://www.linkedin.com/company/100010551/  Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/last-flight-out-podcast/id1711422290  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2xZJhd2qIw5IxV4VBQufZn