We all know the economy is a steaming pile of dung right. I just graduated with a grad degree in finance, which really isn't helping me find work at the moment.

I met with someone a month ago who said she would try to get me a job at her company as a financial consultant, after I got back from Southeast Asia. I got back last night and this morning she wrote saying she could get me work in Doha, Qatar if I was interested and could commit nine months.

I like to travel and see new things a lot. I really could use a job to pay off my student loans. This would be a great, great, GREAT job. But I was planning on returning to Washington, DC and being near my close friends... I don't have a big family and I have come to rely on these people like family. There is a girl I want to see about and I have a good feeling about this one...

I'm just curious what my fellow UK'ers would do.

why don't u see if u can find work in DC first? right now DC is ranked in the top 5 of cities in the US for finding work, & there's gotta be all kinds of gov't consulting jobs available in the finance field... DC is also a great place to live w/great nightlife & very cool people, everytime i go down there i have an awesome time.

but working overseas for 9 months could also be a great experience too... my guess is that job will be there for you regardless, so try & see if u can find work in DC first & then weigh your options later.

btw, where in Southeast Asia were u?

[Edited by - TMS on 08-27-2008 12:39 PM]

Posted by GKFv2:

No. Qatar? Might as well go to Siberia. Stay in the states and near the people you care about.

too bad the offer wasn't in Dubai instead.

Posted by TMS:

Posted by GKFv2:

No. Qatar? Might as well go to Siberia. Stay in the states and near the people you care about.

too bad the offer wasn't in Dubai instead.

If it was Dubai, I'd be packing now.

AS for GKF point, it's definitely valid, hence my hesitancy. But the job itself is a tremendous opportunity.

Ugh, why can't life be easy

if you really want to go or undecided you should discuss it with your family to hear their opinions. i am sure your friends and family will understand

BTW, it could be worse. MY friend got laid off from his job and has no decided to go over to Kabul, Afghanistan

Definitely discuss with those you care about and would be affected if you go. If your still a young man without major attachments I'd give it a try. Life is journey, who knows, it could possibly set you up with your dream job back here in the states.
Don't block the blessings.

Nine months? Do it.

Buy a plane ticket for this girl and fly her over to spend some time with you over there.

If you click she can wait a few months until you get back.

Be an adventure for both of you.

YOu never know the people you meet on such adventures. You'll make good money, and who knows what path you take from their.

Internet will keep you in touch with those loved ones. 9 months go by pretty quick. Leave now your back June 1st!!!!!

I say don't let life pass you by. Young, single and free......

Take the job abroad. You can reflect on your time there for the rest of your life.

Also if this girl is worth it......holla at her. Stop bull****ting. Let her know you like her and see what happeneds. Let her know what your plans are and ask to keep in contact. She'll dig the fact you are adventerous and you can email her pics and stuff. If she digs it and digs you, like someone said, invite her out there for a few days.

If not **** it. What you gonna do if you never get with this girl? Oooooh I know I know! Kick yourself in the nuts for the rest of your life.

Personally, I say forget this girl. Live your life. The easiest thing in the world is to get mixed up with a female, get married and make babies. Even if she finds someone else, that doesn't mean squat in todays world. She could have a baby in september and be sleeping in your bed butt naked by febuary. I'm going over the top with it bro but you get my point? Who knows btw, you could go over there and meet an incredible woman and never wanna come back, lol. Or you might sit next to your soulmate on the plane ride there.

Checklist:
1.See the fam
2.weigh your options
3.say **** it at take the job anyway, lol
4.rap to that girl and tell her how you feel about her straight up. If she's wit it she will not mind emailing you, calling you, and possibly visiting you while you are away.
5.bring me back a t-shirt

go get some of (y)our gas money back!

If you are sure that the opportunity is good, that your friend is trustworthy etc, you'd be better off going and gaining a whole lot of experience (work+life) and money in a short span of time.

As far as lifestyle/safety issues etc in Qatar, there is not much to worry about. Our military has a strong presence in Qatar. One of my close friends who is in the military goes to Qatar all the time for exercises / relieving others posted there. He keeps on telling me how the country is friendly and things are cheap and he always enjoys his stay there. He's been there like 10 times already.

It is in no way Iraq / Iran or Afghanistan.