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lauralashes

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Work, study and then some...
« on: 16 November 2009, 04:20:01 pm »
Hi guys,

I would appreciate your views on something....

Since my visit to London last week I've fallen for the place and want to live there. I can get a transfer from the office I'm in now to one in London which is good but I also want a change of career. I've though about doing a part time course for a while but if I move to London, do you reckon it's possible to do a 9-5 and then have the time and energy to go to college in the evening and work, considering I may be living 30/40mins away from London (as living in Central London is expensive).  As I write this I figure those who are in London will probably be better placed to answer this question. But another thing, as well as doing the day job which will bring in some money, I've figured I'll need to continue what I'm doing (part-time at least but I only see a couple, sometimes 3, clients a week at the moment anyway) just to bring in some extra money and help fund my studies.

I really want a change of career and better myself and I feel London will help he better myself but it won't be cheap or plain-sailing!

Thanks guys! x
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BurlesqueHoney

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Re: Work, study and then some...
« Reply #1 on: 16 November 2009, 06:36:48 pm »
Mmmh, I have lived in Central London since the age of 18 so been here a little while lol.  I have studied for degrees and post graduate qualifications as well as worked, sometimes even full time as well as weekend jobs on top.  Yes it is possible to combine different goals like you mentioned but it really depends how driven you are and what your stamina is like.  When I was very young I had oodles of energy and found it easy - now even 2 days at college knacker me out lol.  I would say there is a difference so between visiting London and living here full time.  Things that you initially find great on a shorter stay can quickly grate on you on a more permanent basis.  People, who might adore the vibrancy of this city, can very quickly have murderous thoughts when faced with a daily commute to an office in overcrowded transport, squashed against someone?s armpit.  I know that I need a break when I want to clobber some annoying people for stopping in the middle of a busy underground tunnel and contemplate buying a badge that says ?Keep London tidy, kill a tourist...?

Guess you have the advantage so of being able to get a transfer so you don?t have to start from scratch as far as work goes.   But despite my more negative points above (remember I am en route to becoming a grumpy old codger and trainee ogre) I reckon you ought to at least try it rather than regretting and wondering what might have been a few years down the line.     
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EmilyJones

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Re: Work, study and then some...
« Reply #2 on: 17 November 2009, 08:35:05 am »
Quote from: BurlesqueHoney on 16 November 2009, 06:36:48 pm
try it rather than regretting and wondering what might have been a few years down the line.     

That's what I did (just went for it!) :D but everything else Honey has said is completely right, too. It's knackering and whenever I visit friends and family in smaller towns I usually spend the whole time walking round with my mouth agape at how easy things seem in comparison - no massive crowds! I love this city, though, and there's nothing quite like being in love with the place you live in.

To get an idea of the costs of living, hit Google to find London estate agents, tube & area maps, the TFL website, etc etc. This way you can see what you're looking at paying as rent in different areas, plus travel costs and distances. Check out the London university websites (and UCAS, hotcourses.co.uk etc for other educational resources) for some quite in-depth guides to moving to London and being a student, relevant even if you're doing part-time study.

Escorting work really, really helps top up the finances here in London, for me anyway. It may be something to consider if you don't want to ever feel too reliant on that type of extra work.

However - life is what you make it and often so crammed full of opportunities, too. Good luck with whatever you decide! :D
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Violette

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Re: Work, study and then some...
« Reply #3 on: 17 November 2009, 08:47:39 am »
I am a dyed in the wool city-girl. I start to get claustrophobic in the countryside. Why the hell would anyone want to live in the middle of nowhere is beyond me, and it really does freak me out. Give me the smog, the noisy traffic, and the crowds. I haven't lived in London, but I have lived in NYC, and that is one hell of a big city.
As BH said, it is all about stamina, and drive. But I do find I am more motivated in the city, than in the country. Different rhythm and flow to things.
You have one life, and if you are lucky enough to have a ready for you job upon arrival in London, then you are half way there. If you need a break, this is what day spas are for. The Sanctuary in Covent Garden is lovely. Go for it, it will be challenging, but this is how we grown as individuals. Good luck.
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lauralashes

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Re: Work, study and then some...
« Reply #4 on: 17 November 2009, 11:11:21 am »
Thanks guys.

Yeah, my friends have told my that working and living in london does take its toll after a while but what I want to get out of it is... a degree on a topic that interests me and studying in London will allow me to not only work with some of the best academics in the world but also help me network with people who work in that industry so I can get a good job at the end of it. At least after a few years, once I've got my foot in the door, then I may/will (I'll see how it goes) return to the coast and start my own business; away from the hussle'n'bussle of City life.

Plus, a change of scenery will be good for me as seeing the same faces and places all the time can be a drag.

When I do go, I'll remain an indi so at least I can pick and choose when I work. I won't be starting any courses until Oct 2010 (I've got to double check this) so I can start saving as much as I can now before I get bogged down with homework and assignments!

I'll talk to my bosses this week but I'll probably transfer in the new year but in the mean time I can start looking for places to live soon and which college will be best for me! V exciting!!
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