hi rayhvs, cause you are new here.
if u have been here long enough, you will notice that you can ignore some of the forummers.
they are plain arrogant and most likely keyboard warriors (possibly with grammar checks software ready) in my opinion.
this is a public forum and with influence of kopitiam, if one thinks that it is a must to type in perfect english only, i did say tat person is a dimwit.

My wife burnt her car sales for moving over alone.
Then when I came (we rented the whole unit), burnt both our savings.
Try to nego with your employer.
Some understands and are willing to pay you the first month salary in advance so that you can settle down.

http://www.todayonline.com/Sunday/Faceinth...-100-interviews

so free meh u?

i think u just want to know how long to pass immigration and reach sg side.
after that, mrt timing is more or less standard.
ur company walking distance from mrt anyway.


+1

It is a very good advise !!!

The salary requirement is just a guideline.
Not entirely based just on salary, there are other criterias but salary is the easiest to draw the line.
your employer will be the 1 who will be applying the work pass for you...so no need to worry about such things.

If the company wants you, they will appeal or apply another type of pass for u.
So in the end, this is still out of your control so worrying about it won't help.
Just follow the flow (i know, easier said than done )


Personally, I think you should continue on with your job and continue applying.
Unless you have some sort of deadline to get here, i won't recommend quiting and jumping over.
It definitely helps in getting a job if you stay in Sg, but what if it takes a bit longer than expected.
The cost will burn a hole in your pocket when you have no income.


i think rexona meant - probably in 10 years time, you will be married and have 2 kids.
when would be a better time to start studying part time (now or the 10 years later scenario).
maybe no need for degree or diploma.
how abt specialized skills or professional certifications?
they should be in shorter terms.
I suppose those will help if you do not want the diploma / degree.

Oh...I did not got your hidden meaning earlier....my apologies.
But I meant the professional certifications...those are mostly part time (I dun think there are ppl who resign from their job to study those paper )
You can choose those which are more flexible for your time (probably just 1 or 2 nites on weekdays for 3 months?).
I understand the kid comes first.

No need to rush for the certifications.
Job comes first as you need the money.
Then only you decide to study when you think you can balance work, study and life together.

2 months only?
Be patient.
There is no short cut.
http://www.todayonline.com/Sunday/Faceinth...-100-interviews

Badminton courts are mostly indoors.
Try the sports hall and CCs.
Schools also have great courts.

If you are lucky...within the day.

should try the recruitment agencies...like kelly services or others.

i recommend final semester.

i dun think employers would want to wait for a fresh grad for half a year.
unless u have very specialized skills.
just my opinion.

I recommend at least 2.5k SGD.

Oh...I tot you meant with a job.
That is what I recommend to survive the first month till you get your pay.

Prepaid is more than enough for start.
Use the Singtel 55(SGD 15) or Starhub 128 (SGD28) thingy.
Will last you for 50 days.
It is a lot more worth it.
I am estimating about 1.5-2k for settling the rental part.
500 per month should be enough if u save.

Not to be harsh, but 4 send ins and you expect a reply?
I think you are overestimating yourself or underestimating the process of getting a job.
Even if you are applying for a job locally, 4 applications does not necessary warrant you an interview.
Patience is needed in job seeking.
That is why, ppl are recommended to start sending in applications on their final sem.
Anyway, just keep sending and good luck (yeah, you actually need some luck in landing an interview).

good for employer cause they pay less.
bad for u because u get less.
so good for who?

for the first time, i agree with you...but only the bolded part.
move in very low...this is as if u are trying to destroy your own market.
why would anyone want to destroy their own market?

Same.
When I was applying, my phone and email kept getting "harassed" by local firms.
This is because we "open" our CV to all employers.
So they try to tempt you to join them.


Then do your own research to find out your range with your experience and skill set.
You are advising everyone to go low without doing your own research.
For example, if 1 has 3 years experience can command say 3+ or 4k.
You want them to go low...as in fight with fresh grad with just 2+ or even worse, 1.5?
So if everyone goes that way....what do you think will happen to your market?
It will become the norm that 3 years exp will command only 2+ instead of the 3+ or 4.
Trust me...I had that kind of suggestion before from HR.
I am just advising to demand for what you are worth...at most just go slightly lower.
if the company wants u...why would u want to put urself in disadvantaged position.
Do not be picky on the company and job scope.
Companies will change, if you can't go in at this stage...try again later at another stage (with a better base)
Job scope will always change...this is a fact....so during interview or application jd, you may be amazed by what they say you will be doing but when you go in, it may be another thing.
I have no issues if u wish to go devalue yourself...employers will love it definitely.
but just take this into consideration - whenever you get promoted or jump to another company...your current pay MAY impact your future pay as they might only allow by percentage.
I repeat...it is MAY...I have this experience before back in m'sia. So I am just giving ppl the heads up.
if you feel offended by that....ignore me.

I have no obligation to share all my experience like you wish to which personally, i find it quite annoying.
i give advise based on what i think...you give on what you think...readers choose which they want to accept or apply for their own choices.

PS: please quote properly.

i finally understood where this came from due to ur "quoting" style
so u reduce your salary for 3 months to show u have a below 10k salary?
please be more specific.
this only works if u use the combined salary.
if single citizen scheme, for example say you (but from your postings, i doubt that is what you earn)...how much would u want your company to reduce your salary.
last i checked, 5k, 10k and even 100k pays the SAME amt for CPF.