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Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by s73v3r »

Red_Tarsius wrote: post #12
MichaelCrawford wrote: post #2

I wouldn't regard myself as a "young American" as I have grey hair now. But I am considering emigrating to Europe. I've lived in Italy and in France; I'd like to go back someday. http://www.warplife.com/mdc/resume/ if you have a job for me there. Germany would be cool too, I studied German in high school.

I'm a 22yo Italian. I will move to the West Coast as soon as I can. Healthcare and university aside, I don't understand the appeal of Italy. The air you breath here is filled with cynicism and hopelessness. The state is not business friendly. You can find history, good weather and nature in other places. The deep south has been destroyed by mafia's garbage management. Please, read USA army's findings on Naples. http:…

"The state is not business friendly"

90% of times when people say this, they mean that business is not allowed to run roughshod over anything it wants.

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by ekanes »

toomuchtodo wrote: post #14
jonawesomegreen wrote: post #6

Doesn't everyone want work-life balance? I don't think this is something restricted to millennials.

Baby Boomers lived through the most prosperous period in American history. They have roots. They're tied to the US. Millennials have gotten shit on repeatedly, between the housing crisis, the student loan crisis (looming), and a subpar job market. They have less ties and more mobility.

How did the housing crisis affect millenials?

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by nazgob »

atom-morgan wrote: post #29
_delirium wrote: post #8

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Can only speak for Scandinavia, but there is plenty of technology work available, for both locals and anyone who speaks fluent English (it's a plus, but not necessary, to also speak a Scandinavian language). True both at "tech companies" and in many, many places in other parts of industry. For example in Denmark, Maersk (a global shipping/logistics company) hires large numbers of technologists, ranging from straightf…

So if someone was interested in a job in that area, would you simply suggest applying through their websites? Should I update my location on LinkedIn and wait for recruiters (if that's big there)?

Just go via websites, travel to few conferences and you're all set.

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by amag »

MichaelCrawford wrote: post #23
sandstrom wrote: post #19

Earlier quoted context omitted.

There is a huge shortage in the nordic countries. Quite a lot of people move here (1/4 or more in some companies are from abroad). If you speak good english you'll get by easily. There is a social benefit to learning the local language, but not necessary for getting hired (i.e. no need to know the language in advance). I think northern European countries are doing pretty well, but the southern ones get most of the he…

I have a close friend here in the US who is a Swedish immigrant and a web designer. Maybe she has some connections I could use. My hesitation in applying to work in Northern Europe is that I lived in Newfoundland and Nova Scotia when I was married to a Canadian woman. I'm not real sure I have the temerity to face all that snow again. :-/

There's typically very little snow in the tech hubs of Scandinavia (Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, Gothenburg and Malmo) even in the midst of winter. If snow is your biggest concern then moving here shouldn't be an issue ;).

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by chrisper »

sandstrom wrote: post #19
chrisper wrote: post #5

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Do you think there are enough tech jobs in Europe? Because I am from Europe, but studying in the US. Considering going back after I am done here, but many people say the tech scene here is a lot better.

There is a huge shortage in the nordic countries. Quite a lot of people move here (1/4 or more in some companies are from abroad). If you speak good english you'll get by easily. There is a social benefit to learning the local language, but not necessary for getting hired (i.e. no need to know the language in advance). I think northern European countries are doing pretty well, but the southern ones get most of the he…

Do you mean shortage in jobs or shortage in workers?

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by MichaelCrawford »

atom-morgan wrote: post #29
_delirium wrote: post #8

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Can only speak for Scandinavia, but there is plenty of technology work available, for both locals and anyone who speaks fluent English (it's a plus, but not necessary, to also speak a Scandinavian language). True both at "tech companies" and in many, many places in other parts of industry. For example in Denmark, Maersk (a global shipping/logistics company) hires large numbers of technologists, ranging from straightf…

So if someone was interested in a job in that area, would you simply suggest applying through their websites? Should I update my location on LinkedIn and wait for recruiters (if that's big there)?

I haven't actually posted any Scandinavian companies yet, but over the weekend I'll post a few at http://www.warplife.com/jobs/computer/

I just looked at the LibreOffice spreadsheets that I've been collecting these in, I have five for Sweden, one each for Norway and Denmark. Of course there are many more that I could list but do not yet know about.

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by toomuchtodo »

ekanes wrote: post #33
toomuchtodo wrote: post #14

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Baby Boomers lived through the most prosperous period in American history. They have roots. They're tied to the US. Millennials have gotten shit on repeatedly, between the housing crisis, the student loan crisis (looming), and a subpar job market. They have less ties and more mobility.

How did the housing crisis affect millenials?

http://www.doctorhousingbubble.com/why-millennials-stuck-at-...

"The homeownership rate of the 30 year old cohort has tanked starting in 2007 with the market implosion. That is very clearly illustrated by the green line above. Why? These were the folks buying with toxic mortgages and timed the market very poorly (or simply had bad luck). The rate of those young adults living at home has gone up unabated since 1999. Of course the increase in home prices has been driven by investors and this will simply make it harder on a cohort with lower incomes and much higher levels of student debt.

It is safe to say that many more young Americans will be renting deep into their adulthood. It is also safe to say given the current cost of college that many more young Americans will be coming back home to live with mom and dad. The Fed’s findings are simply reinforcing this trend."

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by IndianAstronaut »

chrisper wrote: post #11
_delirium wrote: post #8

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Can only speak for Scandinavia, but there is plenty of technology work available, for both locals and anyone who speaks fluent English (it's a plus, but not necessary, to also speak a Scandinavian language). True both at "tech companies" and in many, many places in other parts of industry. For example in Denmark, Maersk (a global shipping/logistics company) hires large numbers of technologists, ranging from straightf…

Well, salaries here are $150k+ because the cost-of-living is crazy. I think even if you make less in Europe you have a better life in general.

>salaries here are $150k+ because the cost-of-living is crazy

This strikes me as unsustainable. A lot of the basic services will deteriorate quickly since those providing them cannot afford accommodation.

Re: Millennials want a work-life balance

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Post by beachstartup »

s73v3r wrote: post #31
Red_Tarsius wrote: post #12

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I'm a 22yo Italian. I will move to the West Coast as soon as I can. Healthcare and university aside, I don't understand the appeal of Italy. The air you breath here is filled with cynicism and hopelessness. The state is not business friendly. You can find history, good weather and nature in other places. The deep south has been destroyed by mafia's garbage management. Please, read USA army's findings on Naples. http:…

"The state is not business friendly" 90% of times when people say this, they mean that business is not allowed to run roughshod over anything it wants.

in italy this means the 5% of businesses that "unofficially sponsor" the government are allowed to run roughshod over anything they want.
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