Aug
10
5 Places to Hangout in Saudi Arabia
By OFWguru on Aug 10, 2015
For
a first time OFW, heading to their first job in Saudi Arabia can be daunting;
the culture and customs between the two countries are very different. It can be
hard to adjust to the new lifestyle, but
you won’t have to do it alone, Filipinos are apl...
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Aug
10
8 Tried and Tested Business Ideas for OFWs
By OFWguru on Aug 10, 2015
Pinoys work abroad in order to earn more and come back to the
Philippines. Oftentimes, OFWs have the chance to start fresh and seek for ways
to start a business. Business is the primary way for Filipinos not to have to
return working for another compan...
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Aug
25
5 Tips to Adjust to Dubai’s Multi-Cultural Environment
By OFWguru on Aug 25, 2015
When you enter your plane bound for Dubai, it hits you that Dubai is one of the most multi-cultural countries in the world. While hunkering down on your seat for the 9 hour flight, you head to the bathroom. You head down the aisle to the end of the plane and meet the faces of countless passengers...
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Sep
03
40 facts Saudi Arabia bound OFWs need to know
By OFWguru on Sep 03, 2015
It's always daunting to prepare before heading off to your
work abroad, especially to a country
like Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia has a rich and deep culture that's very
different to Philippine culture and for most OFWs, it's a big culture shock
when they land in the dry land of Saudi. OFWguru ...
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Sep
11
Five Red Flags of Illegal OFW Recruitment
By OFWguru on Sep 11, 2015
1. Questionable Money AllocationThere will be a lot of fees that will be presented to you when you are applying to work abroad through an agency; however, the only fee you should pay is a placement fee with an official receipt that is given to you. Take note that the placement fee must be equal t...
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Sep
28
So You Want to Workabroad?
By OFWguru on Sep 28, 2015
You've made the decision, informed your friends and family and are now just waiting for a call back from an agent for an interview or an actual job offer. You’ve heard the success stories and want to experience the same thing for yourself. However, every successful homecoming hides hardship, and ...
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Oct
05
10 Facts Every OFW Needs to Know about the Kafala System
By OFWguru on Oct 05, 2015
If you plan to workabroad in the UAE or one of the other Gulf countries, you’ve probably heard of the kafala system at some point. In media and among international communities, the term is usually tied to examples of human rights violations. But what exactly is the kafala system, and how does it ...
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Nov
02
Where to get a taste of home in Dubai?
By OFWguru on Nov 02, 2015
Working abroad for a long time can easily make one homesick. We'd miss the comfort of having family and friends around, miss our house, our usual routine, and most especially the food. Pinoys have been raised to be accustomed to the flavors of Filipino food that wherever we go, we always seek our...
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Nov
20
The Top 4 Job Sectors in Qatar for OFWs
By OFWguru on Nov 20, 2015
Qatar is the fourth-largest destination for Overseas Filipino Workers in the world. With an estimated population of 200,000 Filipinos, job hiring in Qatar can be competitive. Jobs in Qatar have been steadily decreasing due to legal complaints or the lack of new projects for OFWs. 2015 marks a yea...
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Nov
24
10 Interesting Facts about Dubai
By OFWguru on Nov 24, 2015
Dubai is a key destination for most Filipinos looking for workabroad. Filipinos probably heard stories from their family or friends already working there, about the best place to find Pinoy food and where to shop for the best-priced Bench clothes, all very introspective. While you can find tons o...
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