The Key Skills You Need to Survive as an Expat Living Abroad

Essential expat advice for thriving in the Philippines: learn the must-have skills for success.
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00:00 - 00:45 Introduction: The Adventure of Moving to the Philippines
00:46 - 01:21 The Reality Beyond Sunshine and Rainbows
01:22 - 02:02 Why Not Everyone Can Be an Expat
02:03 - 02:43 The Importance of Being Resourceful
02:44 - 03:26 How to Do Effective Research Before Moving
03:27 - 04:07 Learning from Long-Term Expats
04:08 - 05:21 Using Google Maps for Preparation
05:22 - 06:02 Why Research and Backup Plans Matter
06:03 - 07:17 Having Multiple Ways to Access Money
07:18 - 08:26 The Importance of Realistic Budget Planning
08:27 - 09:44 The Risks of Relying Solely on Savings
09:45 - 10:56 Planning Online Income Before Arrival
10:57 - 11:32 Social Skills and Dating in the Philippines
11:33 - 12:50 Navigating Dating Culture and Avoiding Pitfalls
12:51 - 14:08 Patience and Self-Control in Relationships
14:09 - 15:37 Preparing for a Stress-Free Life as an Expat
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[Lifebeyondthesea]

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[QuinnPrice]

Expat life is a set of skills. Spotting scams, knowing who to trust, expat dating, how to get money from one country to your target country, what to do what your process fails, how to learn about the new country, navigating landlords, and that barely scratches the surface. I am three years deep in South America and wish I had known so many things prior to coming. No regrets, but aware of skill gaps.

[frosty]

I guess a good basic feature to have is an emergency escape plan, money, or tickets or something that no matter what else happens you can get home. Call it insurance or whatever. It is not a plan to fail but a plan if you do fail.

[dennisb]

I’ve been there 12 times a month each time I love it and more each time😘love the HONEST Filipinas💖

[Listener]

Wise counsel one more. Appreciate your positive attitude and taking time to help people.

[themacker]

Smart move about investigating Thailand. I lived there many years and have long relationships with Thai people. The same rules that make you successful in the PH will work in TH. I simply never spoke about the King or politics, and I chose to always pay what I had agreed to pay (Taxi/Tuk Tuk) even if the ride wasn't okay. I'd smile and tell them I changed my mind, then I'd get out quickly. Keep a cool head, avoid conflict, and smile a lot. Thai people will love you and your wife.

[thatalaskaguy]

If you always throw monies at your problems....well Philippines will take care of that.

[JohnSmith-igqt]

It can be very easy to be attracted to the idea of something (or someone) but quickly find the reality is not a good fit and does not measure up.

[davidkaiser]

Also a lack of complete information from government agencies. The sea port in Tagbilaran Bohol has no sign telling where it is on the main road

[thomasreifel]

Thank you for all the insight. I am planning on the move, but a few years out. Until then, I'm trying to learn as much as possible. It seems a little crazy to move somewhere without prior knowledge of what would be required. Finding a nice little place to live, and start my next adventure...

[mrallan]

Having done some project management... things people should do or have. Get some background, they lay of the land, and a plan. Be flexible and adapt since random things always comes up... nothing is set in stone unless its the law or a higher power. Lastly, come up with a reasonable budget, and then add a minimum of 50%... or plan for 100% over budget. Getting money is easier upfront, than scrambling to close a gap near the end.

[roman_r-qu]

Reekay u the best, watching u over 6 years

[GRIMRPR]

Good info for the newbies or curious. I got a chuckle when you said "stay away from the dating sites" to then see a pinned link for a dating site in the comments and description LOL Much love from the US.

[CLCIII]

Great advice from the Expat Voice Of Reason! Watch & Heed or pay the price for your own ignorance. As Always, May God Bless you and yours! 😇

[funwitholdconcretethings]

Good video. In the spirit of planning ahead, maybe do one on what to do if you have money in the bank but get robbed of your phone, wallet and passport, worst case basically where you loose your money and tools (bank apps, phone numbers and nav map on phone) for dealing with the situation.

[skipit-]

Very good valid insight Reekay. For sure one must definitely key their finances in order. Thanks for sharing your living abroad experiences 👌🏾👍🏾👏🏾!

[presquevu]

As usual great and insightful video. Personally I found the most difficult thing was pondering my starting an entirely new game in a very different new place, that waking up on Christmas Eve of “how to hell did I get here and what does it mean?”

[ChuckFasst]

Man, you're killin' me up in here with all of those AI women. Could you have a talk with AI? Say something like - hey, you got to tone it down a bit. You're getting some of the humans too Excited! 🧐

[JRINASIA]

Thanks god. I’m retired in Japan. I draw all money from Navy Federal Credit Union. Plus Japanese ladies are very beautiful here. My first experience in the Philippines started in February 1977.

[bonzotalonzo]

If u don't have patience & common sense to begin with, it won't just come find u in the Phils.