Advice for Newcomers New in Town: Johannesburg

In this bonus episode, the hosts Sarah Passmore and Hannah Pirnie ask the guests at the official launch of New in Town:Johannesburg to give advice for newcomers to the city. The main themes include overcoming your fear and embracing a new amazing lifestyle:

Takeaways:


Don't compare your new life in Johannesburg to your life back home
Embrace a completely new life and discover yourself in a different way
Talk to people and don't make assumptions about them
Immerse yourself in the culture and befriend people from different racial groups
Don't let fear ruin your experience in Johannesburg
Losing a sense of purpose is common for newcomers, but embrace being part of a team
Choose a nice neighborhood and research schools well
Travel and explore the city and the surrounding areas
Come to Johannesburg with an open mind and embrace the people and opportunities
The people of Johannesburg are vibrant, open, and friendly


Made by: New in Town:Johannesburg

Hosts: Hannah Pirnie and Sarah Passmore

Editor: Sarah Passmore

Website: www.movingtosouthafrica.com

Instagram: newintown.podcast



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