Interview with content editor Harrison Demchick Reedsy

Meeting with content manager Harrison Demchick Reedsy â€Å"It’s about making the absolute best form of your story†: A meeting with Harrison Demchick It’s great to see non mainstream players and customary writers united on what truly joins them: the story, the art, and offering extraordinary substance to perusers. What's more, editors have a major part in that, one that is regularly untold. This is the reason we like to give them a spot on the Reedsy blog.Today, we talk with one of these authors’ unrecognized yet truly great individuals: a formative editorial manager. With 10 years experience both in-house and independent, Harrison Demchick is one of the incredible editors we have brought to Reedsy, and one of our absolute first clients. In addition, he has an incredible story to tell! For the admirers of the composed word, I’ve translated the greater part of it below. But for the individuals who need to partake in the conversation, you can legitimately go along with us on the hangout!Hi Harrison, great to have you here. You’re â€Å"the world’s most intensive substance editor†, as per y our Reedsy profile. Did you begin as a substance editorial manager or more as a duplicate supervisor or proofreader?At the time I began, I didn’t know the differentiations yet. At the point when I was in secondary school and school I was doing duplicate altering for a few magazines or papers yet when I began working in distributing, the distributer just gave me an original copy and advised me to â€Å"edit it†, and for me that intrinsically included both the duplicate and the content.From the absolute first Summer I started in distributing (2005), I’ve been doing content (formative) altering. It just required some investment before I knew the proper term that was attributed to it.Do you acknowledge to work with creators who come to you with an incomplete draft? Or on the other hand is there a specific at which you incline toward creators to get in touch with you (first draft, third draft, etc.)?Generally I do lean toward working with a completed draft, that make s it a lot simpler to give by and large input, particularly with regards to story or character curve, peak, and so forth. However, to the extent as cleaned that draft should be, I believe I can be exceptionally valuable whenever from the main draft on. I for one like experiencing the entire formative alter process and give criticism moderately early, if not directly after the main draft, so the creator can recognize what they have to do and have an arrangement of assault for the following draft.If you begin working with a creator on the primary draft, by and large to what extent does it take for you and the creator to arrive at the last original copy stage?Well that relies a ton upon the specific situation and to what extent I’m remaining with a task. When in conventional distributing I was with an undertaking all the way and that could be a procedure that could last somewhere in the range of a half year to two years, to ensure that the books that we put out were as solid as they could be.On the independent side it relies a ton upon the writer and their heading. I love to adhere to ventures when I can: I start with a formative alter and do a littler counsel a while later. Furthermore, on the off chance that I see when books happen to be distributed as opposed to when I’m completed the process of taking a shot at them, it still frequently winds up being over a year after we start.Obviously it truly descends at long last to how rapidly and successfully the writer functions, and what they need from me afterwards.As you have worked both in-house for a distributer and independent, do you see any huge contrasts by they way you work with writers in the two cases? The distinctions, as I would like to think, are not really that tremendous. Indeed, the large contrast for me to the extent what I get the opportunity to accomplish professionally, is that I presently get the opportunity to concentrate totally on the altering, and that’s one reason I dec ided to go independent. In any case, similar to the creators, I work with both with creators who plan to independently publish and with creators who intend to begin reaching distributers after they’re done working with me.And in either the case the objective is the equivalent: it’s to distinguish what’s working, what’s not working, and how we can improve it and make the absolute best form of the author’s manuscript.One could put forth the defense that when working with somebody seeking after customary distributing the spotlight could be more on the best way to best market it for distributers. And keeping in mind that I’m glad to give input on that, for me it doesn’t matter the extent that the story itself is on a par with it tends to be. For me it’s about making the most ideal variant, and that’s a similar whether it’s for conventional or self-publishing.I unquestionably like your point there, it ought to consiste ntly be tied in with getting the nature of the composition as high as could be expected under the circumstances. I likewise imagine that a few books, as indicated by the class, are in reality progressively appropriate for independently publishing (in light of the fact that the objective market is littler, perhaps). Do you attempt to exhort creators on which distributing course they should take? Or on the other hand do you adjust the adjust their composition and their story to the course they’ve chosen?I certainly exhort, however I don’t suggest, essentially. Each creator has their own methodology and my main responsibility is to assist them with accomplishing their objectives. Obviously in the event that I see an issue with those objectives or something that could make it simpler I will tell them that.Self-distributing and customary distributing both have their advantages and disadvantages, and I don’t consider type to be one of them, essentially, one of the dis tinctive attributes. By and large creators who have chosen to independently publish or generally distribute have done as such for explicit reasons and as long as those are legitimate I will put forth a valiant effort to exhort them and work in that manner. Luckily, my experience is to such an extent that I can exhort successfully regardless of which course they choose.Do you figure a decent editorial manager can work with any creator out there, or is there one ideal proofreader for each author?I absolutely wouldn’t go that far. I think there are unquestionably situations where a specific editor’s character or approach would work better for a specific creator, that is no uncertainty valid. Be that as it may, there are likewise a ton of variations in quality among editors out there. A great deal of the time it’s less scanning for the one that fits, than experiencing many individuals who are not so much incredible at it before discovering someone who entirely it bo ils down to being as compelling as you can be. I think that’s  more significant than having a specific science with the writer you’re working with.I certainly concur with your point on the difference of value in editors out there, and that is a piece of the motivation behind why we made Reedsy.Exactly, and one purpose behind that will be that many individuals expect that they can alter, in light of the fact that they love to peruse and they’d love to be useful to writers. Additionally, on the grounds that they don’t know completely what goes into it. What's more, some beginning with that conviction and really become stunning, which is energizing to see.All this makes it difficult for the creators to know whether the individual they’re chatting with is somebody truly talented or just somebody extremely energetic who needs to accept they will be ready to support the writer. That’s why I, as well, love what Reedsy is going for in light of the fact that it assists writers with exploring that.You are yourself a distributed writer with one book out there: The Listeners, and were likewise a screenwriter before that. What pushed you to distribute? Did altering a ton of books make you need to put your own work out there?Actually, it’s the exact inverse. The Listeners began as a progression of short stories I wrote in my last semester of school, around a similar time I began my vocation in altering in a distributing company.This specific arrangement created in a screenplay, and the distributer I worked for communicated an enthusiasm for a novel variant, which I composed. Yet, for some time, my involvement with distributing really made me not have any desire to put the book out there, in light of the fact that I realized the showcasing challenges. I realized I would be out there, up front attempting to fabricate a readership, doing book signings, interviews, and so on. These are everything that I realize how to do, and t hat I prescribe to creators, yet things I don’t have a specific skill for myself. I’m not an extraordinary advertiser or self-advertiser, it’s not my nature.Fortunately, I had enough individuals around me disclosing to me I was an imbecile and that I should seek after distributing, so I did, and I’m exceptionally appreciative for the open doors I have had since gratitude to that.I’d like to get done with a simple inquiry: in the event that you had one suggestion for outside the box creators out there, regardless of whether they’re generally distributed, independently published, or crossover, what might it be?I assume it is enlist me, haha! In any case, more comprehensively and less egocentrically than that, what separates an essayist from a writer in my brain is the update procedure: pushing forward, doing everything that’s in your capacity to make the absolute best form of your story. There is nothing more fabulous than taking a thou ght from idea to initially draft as well as from first draft to definite draft. So my recommendation would be: follow that street as far as possible, don't stop part way through.I concur, and I unquestionably second that counsel. Much appreciated for your time, Harrison!You can discover Harrison Demchick, Ricardo and Reedsy on Twitter: @HDemchick, @RicardoFayet and @reedsyhqDo you work with a formative manager? On the off chance that indeed, mention to us what he/she brings to your writing in the remarks beneath! What's more, in the event that you have any inquiry for Harrison, do utilize the equivalent remarking space ðÿ™‚

Tundra Land Biome Description and Characteristics

Tundra Land Biome Description and Characteristics Biomes are the universes significant natural surroundings. These natural surroundings are recognized by the vegetation and creatures that populate them. The area of every biome is controlled by the territorial atmosphere. The tundra biome is portrayed by amazingly chilly temperatures and treeless, solidified scenes. There are two sorts of tundra, the cold tundra and the snow capped tundra. Key Takeaways: Tundra Biome The two sorts of tundra, cold and snow capped, have unmistakable differencesArctic tundra districts are situated between coniferous woodlands and the north shaft, while elevated tundra locales can be anyplace on the planets high elevationsArctic tundra vegetation is for the most part constrained because of various unfriendly conditions.Tropical elevated tundra vegetation comprises of an assortment of short bushes, grasses, ​and perennialsAnimals that live in tundra areas are remarkably fit to persevere through the brutal conditions Tundra The cold tundra is situated between the north shaft and the coniferous backwoods or taiga area. It is described by incredibly cool temperatures and land that remaining parts solidified all year. Cold tundra happens in bone chilling peak districts at exceptionally high rises. Snow capped tundra can be found in high rises anyplace on the planet, even in tropic areas. Despite the fact that the land isn't solidified all year as in cold tundra areas, these terrains are commonly canvassed in snow for the majority of the year. <img information srcset=https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/hJEkko9faVklbsikDFTtjtE4X3c=/300x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/permafrost-5a707a7c3de423003866e66c.jpg 300w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/LP1Dpf7fe_VGPj-lz07UqDdp00k=/600x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/permafrost-5a707a7c3de423003866e66c.jpg 600w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/smdcyvbuSVCLLnUg7pDonHlFY=/900x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/permafrost-5a707a7c3de423003866e66c.jpg 900w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/Vb-nT8LU49-NxbKLRnO1ab9TNM4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/permafrost-5a707a7c3de423003866e66c.jpg 1500w information src=https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/3E8eX5zWThwnT7pU3P9XwJFHOEc=/1500x1000/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/permafrost-5a707a7c3de423003866e66c.jpg src=//:0 alt=Permafrost class=lazyload information click-tracked=true information img-lightbox=true information expand=300 id=mntl-sc-square image_1-0-8 information following container=true /> This picture shows permafrost liquefying in the ice locale of Svalbard, Norway. Jeff Vanuga/Corbis/Getty Images Atmosphere The cold tundra is situated in the extraordinary northern side of the equator around the north shaft. This territory encounters low measures of precipitation and very cool temperatures for the vast majority of the year. The ice tundra commonly gets under 10 creeps of precipitation for every year (generally as day off) temperatures averaging underneath less 30 degrees Fahrenheit in winter. In summer, the sun stays in the sky during the day and night. Summer temperatures normal between 35-55 degrees Fahrenheit. The high tundra biome is additionally a cool atmosphere area with temperatures averaging underneath freezing around evening time. This region gets more precipitation during the time than the cold tundra. The normal yearly precipitation is around 20 inches. The majority of this precipitation is as day off. The high tundra is additionally an exceptionally blustery zone. Solid breezes blow at speeds surpassing 100 miles for every hour. Area A few areas of ice and high tundra include: Ice Tundra North America - Northern Alaska, Canada, GreenlandNorthern Europe - ScandinaviaNorthern Asia - Siberia Snow capped Tundra North America - Alaska, Canada, U.S.A., and MexicoNorthern Europe - Finland, Norway, Russia, and SwedenAsia - Southern Asia (Himalayan Mountains), and Japan (Mt. Fuji)Africa - Mt. KilimanjaroSouth America - Andes Mountains Vegetation <img information srcset=https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/2O93EvBJAhfn9twtEq7WyQQ-UWA=/300x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/alaskacottongrass-5bfc8c2fc9e77c0051939db6.jpg 300w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/pwwi5MPLxbBiBBcG6O1sOTzYQSE=/600x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/alaskacottongrass-5bfc8c2fc9e77c0051939db6.jpg 600w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/_1COaQ5MtB46yxHov_kDTmRlH38=/900x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/alaskacottongrass-5bfc8c2fc9e77c0051939db6.jpg 900w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/QQlZ6jbRTU5vnnNjIbEyJGfAXh4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/alaskacottongrass-5bfc8c2fc9e77c0051939db6.jpg 1500w information src=https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/2oJWFx6sEyD2XHfZcXThy5A5KMQ=/1500x1000/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/alaskacottongrass-5bfc8c2fc9e77c0051939db6.jpg src=//:0 alt=Alaska Cottongrass Tundra class=lazyload information click-tracked=true information img-lightbox=true information expand=300 id=mntl-sc-square image_1-0-26 information following container=true /> The Frozen North Cottongrass. NCTC Image Library/USFWS Because of dry conditions, poor soil quality, incredibly chilly temperatures, and permafrost, vegetation in cold tundra areas is constrained. Ice tundra plants must adjust to the cool, dull states of the tundra as the sun doesn't ascend throughout the winter months. These plants experience brief times of development in the mid year when temperatures are warm enough for vegetation to develop. The vegetation comprises of short bushes and grasses. The solidified ground forestalls plants with profound roots, similar to trees, from developing. Tropical elevated tundra regions are treeless fields situated on mountains at very high heights. Not at all like in the ice tundra, the sun stays in the sky for about a similar measure of time consistently. This empowers the vegetation to develop at a practically steady rate. The vegetation comprises of short bushes, grasses, ​and rosette perennials. Instances of tundra vegetation include: lichens, greeneries, sedges, enduring forbs, rosette, and predominated bushes. Untamed life <img information srcset=https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/92CgqkK9j6M1VwpIKGiIo5ZZryc=/300x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tundra-creature 5be07ffe46e0fb0026dfda62.jpg 300w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/hwRLzQSawgxpBk2WhUQWeIeqDzI=/600x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tundra-creature 5be07ffe46e0fb0026dfda62.jpg 600w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/e42blM9e_1uhglxvHmFwhpnVLa0=/900x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tundra-creature 5be07ffe46e0fb0026dfda62.jpg 900w, https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/m8SEPVbc-eLUQX-oVK-3uN9VlhQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tundra-creature 5be07ffe46e0fb0026dfda62.jpg 1500w information src=https://www.thoughtco.com/thmb/LKYahK03uU7fzS2tMMMsNEc0Qcg=/1500x1000/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tundra-creature 5be07ffe46e0fb0026dfda62.jpg src=//:0 alt=Tundra class=lazyload information click-tracked=true information img-lightbox=true information expand=300 id=mntl-sc-square image_1-0-32 information following container=true /> A moose in the tundra. Pursue Dekker Wild-Life Images/Moment/Getty Images Creatures of the ice and snow capped tundra biomes must adjust to cold and brutal conditions. Huge well evolved creatures of the ice, similar to musk bull and caribou, are intensely protected against the cold and move to hotter zones in the winter. Littler warm blooded creatures, similar to the cold ground squirrel, get by tunneling and sleeping throughout the winter. Other cold tundra creatures incorporate frigid owls, reindeer, polar bears, white foxes, lemmings, ice rabbits, wolverines, caribou, relocating flying creatures, mosquitoes, and dark flies. Creatures in the snow capped tundra move to bring down heights in winter to get away from the cold and discover food. Creatures here incorporate marmots, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, elk, wild bears, springtails, scarabs, grasshoppers, and butterflies.

How to Find and Apply for International Jobs

How to Find and Apply for International Jobs Does your heart yearn abroad? Are you looking to develop your career further by going after an international job? The world is much more interconnected today and organizations of all sizes are becoming increasingly international. It’s not odd anymore to find yourself in a different country, doing the job you love. © Shutterstock.com | Photo AfricaIn this guide, we will provide you advice on how to find international jobs and to apply for them. We’ll provide tips and best practices to guarantee your job search goes as smoothly as possible.STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO FINDING INTERNATIONAL JOBSLet’s start by examining the steps you should take in order to find international jobs.Step 1: Identify your goalFirst, you should start by identifying your goal. You need to have some sort of understanding of what you want to do and where you would like to go. This can narrow down your search and give it more direction.The two questions, where do you want to go and what do you want to do, can be partially answered by looking at the following points:Where do I want to go? Determine the answer by examining your language skills. While a high number of international jobs only require English language proficiency these days, you should use your possible language skills as an advantage. consider any knowledge you already have of a particular country. Perhaps you spent a gap year in Spain or you studied under an exchange program in France. Consider both where you’d want to move, as well as any experience or skills you might have, which can be useful for a specific country.What do I want to do? You should then examine the kind of opportunities the country of your choice offers in terms of industries. For example, certain countries might be at the forefront of green technology, which is where your career goals lie, and this means it might be an attractive choice for you. Ideally, you want to find a country you are passionate about, but which also supports your career goals. Ensure you have a career development plan in place and use it as a guide for finding the right country.Finally, when you are determining the country you want to start looking at, don’t overlook the personal side of moving abroad. It’s important to answer questions, such as:How far are you from home? If you are leaving behind a lot of close friends and family, you might suddenly find the huge distance a problem.How difficult is it to relocate your life there? It’s a good idea to have some sense of the relocation process at this early point. We’ll provide detailed tips later, but do light research into visa requirements, work permits and the overall cost of living.Do you have a good understanding of the culture and the lifestyle? The wonderful thing about the world is its diverse culture. But experiencing these differences is completely distinct when you move from one culture to another; it’s not a holiday. If the cultures are widely different, then it’s important to understand the main differences and carefully consider how they make you feel.Step 2: Research your desired job and countryOnce you’ve identified your career objectives and you’ve decided on the location you’d like to move to, it’s time to start further research. You want to be on top of everything to ensure a smooth t ransition and an easier search process.Create a spreadsheet to keep up with the information you are bound to gather in the following weeks and months. It’s a good idea to have two separate files: one for work-related information and the other for country-specific details.In the work-related file, you should include details of any job titles and positions you find during the search. Add only the ones that are of interest and collect information such as:The titleThe skills required for the roleThe qualifications needed in the roleThis provides you a better understanding of the available positions, as well as the kind of general skillset the country’s companies seem to be searching for.You should also start collecting information on potential employers. For companies, you should add information on:The company nameThe location of the company (include the main location and few others, for instance)Contact details of the HR departmentThe hiring process (you can usually find informatio n on whether the jobs are announced on the company’s website or if they use recruitment agencies)Any possible contacts you might know of (check your network to find out if you happen to know people, who either work in the organization or have worked there in the past)Your second focus file should include information about the country. If you have already set your eyes on a big city, you can also include city-specific information on your file. The main points to cover are:Work eligibility requirementsWhere to apply for these and do you need to have a guaranteed job before applying?Residency requirementsDo you need a visa? Cover the visa issues also with possible work interviews in mind.If you have a family, can you get visas to them easily?What is the average cost of living in your chosen country/city?Keep this in mind when looking at salaries.Do you have enough savings to get started?You can naturally include any other interesting points to all of the above files. The more informa tion you gather, the easier the process will be.Step 3: Determine the job-search toolsWhen it comes to starting your actual job search, the tools available are multiple. You have two main routes to use: online job search and offline job search. You can freely decide which method to emphasize. But it’s beneficial to use a combination of routes, as this provides you with a wider search.The online job search tools you need to keep in mind are:Job sitesCompany websites and social media profiles.Cold contacting the above companies by emailing them about job openings.Networking online through social media and LinkedIn.The offline job search tools you should consider include:Cold contact, such as calling the HR departments directly.Attending international job fairs.Networking with friends and acquaintances.Checking for job ads on foreign newspapers and trade journals.Contacting international recruitment agencies.Step 4: Polish your skillsSince you’ve gathered information on the possibl e job postings, you should have a better idea of how your current skills and qualifications match with these roles. Compare the position’s requirements with your own CV to see what are some of the things you could still polish.During the comparison, mark down any skills you think might prove to be weak during the job search and interviews. You can then start considering the different ways you can develop these skills further.Being aware of your skillset in terms of jobs you’d like to apply for can help you be more successful. It’s much better to spend a few months developing skills, then to start applying for jobs only to be rejected.At this point, it’s auspicious to focus on your language skills. Even if you don’t require the local language in the workplace, knowing at least the basics can be a huge boost in job search. It helps you adapt to the local culture better and employers might find it comforting to know you aren’t totally at lost in the new country.PRACTICAL TI PS TO SEARCHING FOR INTERNATIONAL JOBSThe above outlined the steps you should take and we’ll now provide you some concrete tips to make the search process easier.#1: Networking is more effective than online applicationsNetworking is more effective in finding roles and being hired than relying solely on online applications. It’s therefore crucial to up your networking efforts when searching for international jobs. This isn’t to say you shouldn’t look for jobs online or to avoid applying for them through the ‘traditional methods’. But your best bet for landing your dream job is through networking.You should start your efforts by using your existing contacts as the starting point. Scout your LinkedIn connections to find out which contacts are connected to the industries you are aiming for. You also want to find whether you know people related to companies that came up at your initial search. Finally, you should identify anyone with connections to your desired country or job position.Check your university alumni as well and contact your university’s career and international departments. These are powerful routes to meeting up with the right contacts and the career centre can often provide concrete tips. Alumni’s are usually oozing with contacts. For example, the London Business School has each of its students connected to over 28,000 globally dispersed alumni.Finally, you should start showing up to international career fairs or industry-specific tradeshows. Find out about the fairs beforehand to identify the people you are interested to talk to and get your foot through the recruitment door. #2: Don’t forget to check with domestic companiesThe global economy has transformed a number of companies into international rather than purely local businesses. Companies often have some sort of international connection, either by having an office abroad or through third-party suppliers and contracts. Therefore, it’s a good idea to check what domestic comp anies might offer for you in terms of international opportunities.If you are already employed, check if your company has an international presence and whether you could transfer abroad within the company. You can also keep in mind any third-party companies your employer operates with.Furthermore, you should check with any companies you’ve worked in the past. You might benefit from having worked for the organization before and you could even use specific contacts within the company to your advantage.#3: Consider going abroad to conduct your searchFinally, you shouldn’t rule out conducting your search abroad, in your chosen country. Meeting with prospective employers can be somewhat easier when done face-to-face. As studies have shown, creating a positive impression often requires this physical contact.If possible, consider moving to your chosen country temporarily to conduct the job search. You can use the opportunity for improving your language skills and adapting to the culture . Keep in mind the option might require you to spend some of your savings, although you could work basic jobs during the job search or consider freelancing online.But you could also move abroad by interning for a foreign company, which could easily see you find a permanent position afterwards. This is especially suitable alternative for recent graduates. Other option is to volunteer in your chosen location while searching for a paid position.HOW TO APPLY FOR INTERNATIONAL JOBSNow that you’ve started with finding international jobs, lets look at the specific things you should do when applying for these roles.Step 1: Perfect your CVYour CV or resume will be the most crucial tool you have when applying for international jobs. While it is the key to being hired, you also need to remember the employer or recruiter is unlikely to examine it for longer than 15 to 30 seconds at the start. You therefore, need to focus on perfection and the ability to grab the attention.You should ensure yo ur CV stands out from the crowd. The secrets for doing that include:A good and informative headline:“Over 20 years in customer service”“Training expert | Business Analyst | Social Collaboration”“Technical Editor | Writer open to Creative and Writing and Editing Opportunities”Place your personal statement right at the top and include a short section, where you outline your career objectives. This can help the employer understand where you are aiming to get in your career.On-point bullet pointsAdd sections to clarify what you are trying to say:A section for qualificationsA section for achievementsA section for skillsTailor the CV with the job in mind. You should emphasize skills and achievements highlighted in the job posting and omit the ones that aren’t important for the specific role.Furthermore, you need to tailor your CV to country-specific standards. Countries tend to have small differences in what they emphasize in a CV and it’s a good idea to be aware of these. For example, in the UK, you should never include a photo to your CV, whilst in France and Germany this is often expected.[slideshare id=46173277doc=awesomeresumetemplates-150323094821-conversion-gate01w=640h=330]Step 2: Be flexibleYou need to be flexible when applying for international roles. Not only is it important to be conscious of the time difference, but you also need to consider the limitations for contact. So, don’t just call companies when it’s appropriate in your current location, as it might well mean they are all asleep.Use all forms of communication from post to telephone, especially if you are applying for a job in a country with restricted resources.If you have an interested employer looking to contact you, try to accommodate to the employer’s needs. This might mean you need to wake up to talk about business at 3am in the morning, but you should do it if you want the job. If you do have to wake up in an awkward time, wake up at least an hour before the call. Th is gives you enough time to really wake up your brain to ensure you are at your sharpest during the call.Finally, don’t rule out the option of flying to the country for job interviews. Certain employers might prefer this and you should gather some savings in advance to cater for this if required.Step 3: Follow up with companies and recruitment agenciesThe biggest mistake to make as a job seeker is to send your CV and sit around waiting for the call. As mentioned above, networking is the best way to find a suitable role overseas and staying in contact with the employer or recruiter will enhance your chances of being noted.If you emailed your resume to a company, don’t end your email by saying “I look forward to hearing from you”. Instead showcase your willingness to be the active party and say, “I can contact you on Friday morning to see if you have any questions”. On Friday morning, follow-up on your plan and call the recruiter or the company. It shows initiative and rea l interest towards the specific position.Furthermore, if you end up in an interview, but you don’t land the job, don’t forget to follow-up afterwards. You should always reply and thank the company for the opportunity. You could even ask if they can provide you with tips for future interviews and to provide feedback on your performance. Most crucially, don’t forget to state that the company can freely contact you if another similar opportunity arises in the future.Step 4: Prepare well for the interviewsYour international job applications will hopefully land you a number of interview requests. It’s therefore important to focus your energies in preparing for them.First, research the interview process in your chosen country, as these can also differ between countries. You can often find information online and you could check up with any international recruitment agencies you work with. In addition, your network contacts operating in the country can provide plenty of insights int o the interview process.It’s also important to study the business culture of the country. For example, the amount of physical contact you should make can differ from country to country. Whilst handshake might work in certain situations, there are cultures where you might want to avoid this.Furthermore, the specific business culture might approach certain things differently. In the US, personal accomplishments are key and should be emphasized in an interview. On the other hand, in Brazil your ability to be part of a team is much more important and the respect of hierarchy is key, not your personal abilities.Prepare yourself well, even if you are having a phone interview. Dress up smart, although the interviewer might not see you, as professional attire can give you more confidence.PRACTICAL TIPS FOR APPLYING FOR INTERNATIONAL JOBSFinally, let’s look at some practical tips you should keep in mind when applying for international jobs.Be culturally sensitiveYou need to be aware of t he culture you are ‘applying’ for, not only to avoid mistakes during the application process, but also to ensure you like your new country if you get a job.Indeed, cultural awareness will aide you in two ways.First, it helps you to understand the culture in terms of doing business and the daily aspects of living in the country. You’ll be better prepared for the differences and you can avoid countries that don’t suit your personal lifestyle altogether. For instance, a strictly religious society such as Dubai might not be the right fit for all, while others might be more than happy to live there.Second, by showcasing your cultural awareness and adaptability, you are highlighting your potential to the employer. If they see you are aware of the culture, they might consider you as a less risky hire. After all, they don’t want to you to quit your job few months later, just because you didn’t fit in. Be persistentJust like any job hunt, finding an international job won’t be e asy. In fact, it can often take a lot more out of you to apply for these international roles. But you need to remain persistent and put your effort into those networking opportunities.Create yourself a daily strategy to stay on the right track. You should have two schedules. One for research, which means you spend some time every day looking for new opportunities, understanding the hurdles of moving abroad and those cultural differences. If you make new discoveries, always add a follow-up to your calendar.The second schedule should be for contacting companies and recruitment agencies. Ensure you stay in touch, even if it’s just to ask tips or news about recent openings.Start with the practicalities as early as possibleFinally, you’ll need to deal with a lot of paperwork and other practicalities if you eventually move to a new country. Start researching this information as soon as you start thinking about finding an international job to guarantee you don’t need to deal with all at once.Find out about visa and other residency and work permit requirements. Visit the country’s immigration bureau online and contact your local consulate for more information. Start working on this paperwork even if you don’t have a job yet. Having the paperwork ready, and partly filled, can save you from a lot of stress later on.Don’t focus all of your efforts on these permits and paperwork, but also focus on the every day life things. Start researching the different areas in the city to find out about the housing and its costs. Look at the country’s healthcare options and any possible insurance you need to take. Sorting out these things little by little will ensure you have more time to apply for the jobs.As a final thought, check out this interesting video on the topic: Working Abroad â€" Global Jobs Life with a Purpose: