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Professional Networking
Support family abroad sustainably
Set a fixed amount (5-10% of paycheck) instead of sending money whenever asked. Use low-fee apps like Wise or Remitly—save $20 per transfer ($240/year). Be transparent about U.S. cost of living. Say 'Not Yet' instead of 'No': 'I can help in three months.' Protect your visa fees and emergency fund.
To get a great job, you need to hang out where the professionals hang out.
- Every job has a professional home. For example, engineers have IEEE, and accountants have the AICPA. Joining these groups as a student is usually very cheap.
- Use Meetup.com or Eventbrite to find local professional events in your city. Don't be afraid to go! Most professionals love helping students. If you go to one event a month, you will meet people who can tell you about jobs that aren't even posted online yet.
Free Resource: How To Network Like a PRO
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