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Advice for Newcomers

Advice for Newcomers

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In this bonus episode, the hosts Sarah Passmore and Hannah Pirnie ask the guests at the official launch of New in Town:Johannesburg to give advice for newcomers to the city. The main themes include overcoming your fear and embracing a new amazing lifestyle:

Takeaways:

  • Don't compare your new life in Johannesburg to your life back home
  • Embrace a completely new life and discover yourself in a different way
  • Talk to people and don't make assumptions about them
  • Immerse yourself in the culture and befriend people from different racial groups
  • Don't let fear ruin your experience in Johannesburg
  • Losing a sense of purpose is common for newcomers, but embrace being part of a team
  • Choose a nice neighborhood and research schools well
  • Travel and explore the city and the surrounding areas
  • Come to Johannesburg with an open mind and embrace the people and opportunities
  • The people of Johannesburg are vibrant, open, and friendly

  • Made by: New in Town:Johannesburg

    Hosts: Hannah Pirnie and Sarah Passmore

    Editor: Sarah Passmore

    Website: www.movingtosouthafrica.com

    Instagram: newintown.podcast

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