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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 12:31pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:That won't be a problem at all. I can easily pay its worth in stock fish if you want |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 12:35pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Southsky: Okporoko of £1000? Haba, this your trade by barter method, is tantamount to making my whole house smell....... We shall be having an Okporoko parry.......... 8 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 12:37pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Southsky: We're the Pro Bono institute..... Seun should be the one paying us..... Maybe he is kúkú paying, but justwise is not telling us.......... 7 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 12:40pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:I have neither silver nor gold, but what I have... |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by DisGuy: 12:43pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
ornicus: All well Alhamdulilah, just hiding in the saner sections of NL nowadays! many member metamorphed into usernames or log in as guests and read in peace so very difficult to keep track |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by wonlasewonimi: 12:44pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Southsky: Na to dey smell like stock fish around hospital ward be that. Congrats bro. Welcome to the land of milk and honey |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 12:57pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
wonlasewonimi:Thanks a lot bro |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by justwise(m): 1:14pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Southsky: Congratulations bro! I'm happy for you and your family. 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by justwise(m): 1:16pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Lexusgs430: Send me your bank details or send it to Seun to receive my next pay on my behalf 5 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Olalekank(m): 1:26pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
justwise:Where's your humour 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by justwise(m): 1:35pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Olalekank: Dude that was actually tongue in cheek comment, you failed to get that but managed to ask about my humour.? 9 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 2:41pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
justwise:Thank you so much! 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by fatima04: 10:57pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Lexusgs430: Yours was in the UK on the new train to london Euston |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by fatima04: 11:03pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Southsky: Congratulations and welcome. Please keep updating us on settling in et al. All the best. Also appreciating everyone dt contributes on the thread one way or another.. Never thought this page was going to grow this much when it first started. Gods blessing on us all 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:56pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Southsky: When we peruse/investigate further, some people feel our questions are too intrusive...... But some people have the habit of not been entirely honest, with their questions......... I wonder how they expect bespoke advice, to suit their real situations, when they have been economical with the truth ..... If you paid that £3K plus, it's a non refundable payment, you would have to pay again for the right visa route...... |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:57pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
fatima04: HS2?...... |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:58pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
justwise: Sent....... Kindly also back date other payments....... |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 7:04am On Nov 28, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:Bro, I don't even want to imagine what would've become of me if I had gone through such pain. I hope no one ever gets to experience that. About people withholding info, I think they're probably trying to protect their identity, trust me this forum is popular and before you know it someone somewhere will start connecting your dots for you They just need to find better ways to remain anonymous. Person wey go see doctor and no gree tell am everything wey dey worry am, na the person loss. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 7:13am On Nov 28, 2019 |
fatima04:Amen. Thanks a lot and I will keep sharing my experience. That's how it's done here, innit? *adjusts my fine Londoner winter scarf* 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 8:22am On Nov 28, 2019 |
Southsky: Unfortunately, i understand their reasons. But if you act on advice and information, based on the half truths you posted........ You're on a long tin...... That person would still return and this time, be more sincere...... Whose time and money den waste? You know say we no get work..... We're always here........ 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 8:39am On Nov 28, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:Lol @no get work. Speaking of work, do you recommend I register with agencies or just continue to apply to companies directly for IT jobs? |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 8:50am On Nov 28, 2019 |
Southsky: Does not matter who comot work, so long as work comot...... Put ur eggs in all baskets......... 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Nobody: 9:27am On Nov 28, 2019 |
Lexusgs430:Okay, thanks a milli |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by mayluv(f): 10:46am On Nov 28, 2019 |
This thread is really a wealth of information and I have benefited significantly from the advice here, thanks to selfless people here who take out time to respond and help in any way they can. I need help beautiful people. I have been in the UK for almost 6 months now and I have been trying to get a job without success. Initially I wanted a job in accounting field which I studied in school but at this point, I just want to earn income and create value. I have three years of banking operations and very little accounting experience as I barely worked 3 months in a finance company back in Nigeria. I have attended several interviews too but always get the regret mail which honestly speaking is really depressing. What kind of jobs can you recommend that l look for now and where or how do I apply. I don't want to remain idle in this last month of the year please. I am on a tier 2 dependent visa. Aphrodite007 Lexusgs430 fatima04 justwise and every other person. Thanks in advance. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by LagosismyHome(f): 10:55am On Nov 28, 2019 |
mayluv: That you were able to get interview is a good sign that your Cv is at least acceptable. What your need to try is work on your delivery and how you sell yourself . ...because even if you change job sector , it still key that you sell yourself well to get into the door 3 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Rubyventures: 11:09am On Nov 28, 2019 |
mayluv: What little experience have you got in Accounting? What accounting softwares are you competent in even if its just basic? What about your excel level? |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by mayluv(f): 11:47am On Nov 28, 2019 |
LagosismyHome: Thanks for your input. I will work more on my ability to sell myself and improve my confidence. It is an area I know I am deficient in. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by mayluv(f): 11:56am On Nov 28, 2019 |
Rubyventures:I used quickbooks briefly while I worked at the finance company and I found it relatively easy in carrying out my responsibilities then. I need to use it more often to gain a total understanding of how it works fully. I have an average knowledge in excel too and can improve if I am to use it on a regular basis for reporting and analysis at work. Thank you |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 12:09pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
mayluv: If you want my honest opinion, i would suggest 2 things..... What sort of visa do you have? A top up course OR Career change 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by spacyzuma(m): 12:38pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
mayluv: I'd suggest working on improving your Excel skills (many free tutorials on youtube/udemy/etc). Companies will train you to use their bespoke software if they hire you. Also, the best tip is on selling yourself better, and showing the company how they need you in their organisation by telling them improvements you can make. You should network more too. Speak to Nigerians who are well-employed and who have contacts. Seek and attend professional networking events and speak to recruiters, offline and online (especially linkedin). You just have to persevere, don't get disillusioned and lose hope. It can be hard, I know. I've been through this process in Nigeria and in UK. *hugs* 4 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Rubyventures: 2:31pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
mayluv: What you need to do is register with a recruitment agency that specialises in accounting jobs e.g Reeds, hays etc if you are registered with the accounting body ACCA, they have got loads of jobs on their website. There are loads of accounting jobs out there, the easiest to get in are the accounting firms/practice. Also majority use sage, Xero is taking over the market, the very small ones might use QuickBooks. If you are good at QuickBooks you will be able to muddle your way through any accounting software. Before you go for interviews, try and find out from the agents what software the company uses, then go on YouTube and try and get a grasp. You can also improve your excel skills by practising. When you go for interviews, the less hesitations the better. Good luck 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Broadenyourhori: 2:41pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
mayluv: Okay, lets face it as it is.... You have no UK experience!. It may be a little bit difficult but not impossible and that's what you are experiencing now. The good news is - You get to the interview stage. So, It will benefit you if you can take the following steps: 1. Register as a student member of a professional body eg ACCA - To show progression 2. Do couple of hours a week unpaid work with a charity organisation. There you will learn to build your self confidence and understand the work culture. 3. Attend meetup groups - www.meetup.com. Socialise with like minded people in Accounting. You can get a job here with little effort. You will also learn about the industry. 4. Up skill yourself with latest accounting IT packages. 5. Don't lie on your CV. Only include what you know and can do. It one thing getting a job and another thing to deliver. Oyinbo will not hesitate to fire you. 6. Learn from past interviews. What are the common questions and what exactly are they looking for in terms of personality. 7. Give yourself some time. Too much rejections can be frustrating. You are already thinking of "Any" job. Prepare yourself and go for it when you are ready! 7 Likes 3 Shares |
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