Michael from Melbourne landed a Finance job in New York!
⭐ Landed his new job via Aussie Recruit ⭐
At Aussie Recruit we’re always excited to share the successes of fellow Australians in landing their jobs in the US. In this post we dive into Michael’s story, highlighting his strategies, mindset, and the pivotal role played by Aussie Recruit in making his career leap to New York a reality. Michael is on an E-3 Spouse visa!
"The biggest thing is to just keep persisting” says Michael.
Persistence is key
"The biggest thing is to just keep persisting,” says Michael. He relentlessly pursued opportunities.
Seek out wisdom from fellow Australians
Michael understood the value of tapping into the collective wisdom of the Aussie expat network. He engaged in conversations with people who had successfully landed positions in the US actively seeking their advice and insights.
Continuously refine your resume for the US market
Michael recognized the importance of a polished and tailored resume for each job application. He constantly refined and enhanced his resume and LinkedIn to appeal to the US job market.
Give yourself permission to take a break and alleviate the pressure
While determination is key Michael also placed importance on finding a good balance. Michael made it a point to balance his job-searching efforts with enjoying being in New York. This not only alleviated the pressure but allowed him to maintain a positive mindset throughout the process.
A positive attitude is game-changing
Michael shares that the job search process can be both draining and demoralizing at times. He emphasized the significance of maintaining a positive attitude and accepting support from the people around him.
Aussie Recruit: The perfect partner for Michael’s US job search
Aussie Recruit was a pivotal factor in Michael landing his new job, presenting Michael with an amazing, career-advancing job opportunity that aligned with his passions.
Michael expressed his gratitude, saying “Compared to other recruiters I worked with Amy’s communication was extremely helpful, letting me know how the prospective employers felt about me. Amy was a fantastic resource and really guided me through it all. I am very thankful to have worked with Amy and Aussie Recruit and would highly recommend them to any Aussie seeking to work in the US.”
Last but not least, we asked Michael…
What do you think you'll miss most about Australia?
“The thing I’ll miss most is family and friends, my two dogs, and going to the Footy.”
Your favorite Aussie Food?
“Favourite Aussie food I’ll miss is not a specific food but Aussie brunch and coffee.”