Moving is traumatic and friends can help … or not. As I’m preparing to move for what seems like the millionth time I can’t help reflecting on how not to help a friend who’s moving. We all know to tiptoe around someone who’s grieving a loss or getting divorced (which might be the same thing). […]
Relocation
Relocation Stress: A Couple Moves From NY To Houston
Today’s New York Times featured an article about a couple who moved from New York to Lubbock, Texas, and finally ended u in New Orleans. The wife began as a trailing spouse and found her way to a new career. Read the article here. Look up my Report on dealing with the stresses of relocation. […]
Relocation: Consider the trade-offs
Relocation has been rated as one of the most stressful experiences anyone can have. It’s up there with widowhood, job loss and serious illness. Your first question should be, “What are my trade-offs?” You may think you have to move to a new city to be closer to your family, giving up a wonderful job […]
Renting an apartment? Get some tips to avoid trouble later.
A really good source of info on what to look for when renting an apartment – and how to get the info you need. Click here. Renting often makes sense in a new location, for psychological as well as financial reasons. Download my relocation book here. I think it’s the only guide around that deals […]
Career change with relocation: Steps to take
Considering a relocation as part of your career change? Here are some steps to take first. — Do as much research as possible before selling or renting your home. Narrow down your selections to lifestyle and type of town, rather than state. — Take several short trips while you are still working at your current […]
Relocation for Mid-Life Career Change? Don’t call the moving van yet!
Mid-life career changers frequently consider relocation as part of their career planning. Sometimes they want to move to be closer to family and they wonder if they can find jobs in a new location. Or they’re experiencing layoffs, industry changes or just general boredom and they want to move to a new place. Moving can […]