Interview for job

Originally Posted by deccie

Whoo hoo!
Congratulations on getting to this step Randy.

Your reminding me how excited I felt doing the job interview to come here to Oman!


Have you ever done the ex pat life before?

Originally Posted by Chrismc

Congrats Randy...Good Luck I hope it all goes well

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks DC,well if you can count going to school in the US for two years an expat,other than that...no

Randy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks DC,well if you can count going to school in the US for two years an expat,other than that...no
Randy

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Congrats Randy! You'll have to cut down on the smoking for the interview. You don't want to sound like a frog or the Godfather over the phone!

Good luck!

Originally Posted by EasyTarget

Well since Canada is the 51st state of the USA no, it doesn't count. :-)

Originally Posted by Cheburashka

Get your game face on, be confident, and knock 'em dead. We have faith in you Randy.

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I know I can do it

Originally Posted by ira156

Good luck Randy...be confident mate....i have got many jobs over the years i had no qualifications for ...and ended up doing them better than those that did.......you have the desire mate and that makes a big difference. Just think of all the foreigners that succeed where locals dont because they seize the opportunity. Good luck and happy trails mate

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks Ira,yes I have the desire to go and try something differant.
I will how ever miss racing,but I have to give up something to gain something.
Oh,I am not selling the car,just storing it untill I come back.

Randy

Originally Posted by Pin Boy

Reggie: You said bull$#@& and experience is all it takes, right?
Jack: Right.
Reggie: Come on in and experience some of my bull@#&#.

great exchange b/w eddie murphy and nick nolte in 48 hours. keep that in mind randy and nail the interview.

pin boy

Originally Posted by scotch

PS. what sorta job is it? english teacher? nude banya assistant? trolleybus driver?

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

It probably has something to do with snow removal since he has a lot of experience with that in northern Canada ... take off hoser!

Originally Posted by Jerico

Hey Randy,
Good luck iwth your prospect ,Hehe.
You will be lucky if it is Volgograd.
You can still live pretty cheap here I imagine.

It may not pay much but it is a different scene your probably not used to, heh.

WHo knows maybe I could introduce you to some of the women there I met if anything for friends.
Elena was a nice woman and she teaches English at some school there ( SHE was a lifesaver) dont know if I have her email anymore though.She showed me the city and interpreted between my old girl and me.
If you get a job there and are interested PM me and I will try to hook you up with her of course maybe she has moved or something.
Anyway good luck
Jerry

Originally Posted by bingism

Hi Randy,

First good luck... second, don't worry about it too much. You will need to give a good reason as to why you want to move to Russia and in particular Volgograd (I like the look of the girlies is NOT a good answer lol ). They may also ask you about something to do with teaching and if they are a real jobsworth, you might get asked to explain something like:

"What is the difference in use between the present simple and present perfect tenses?"

Wouldn't stress if I were you. Just remember that there is NOT a huge flood of people wanting to work in Volgograd and that you are still quite a catch just because you're not Russian

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

You will move to the Great White North of Russia ... maybe you can teach your students to say "A"!

Yes Bob an Doug were a good team for a few years. They had their 15 minutes of fame.

Good luck to you Randy and don't be a stranger.

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I have the phone interview today.I will let yous know how it gos.

Randy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I have the phone interview today.I will let yous know how it gos.

Randy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Well....it was not as smooth as I was hoping.
I found myself at a loss for words at times,or just didn't know what they were asking.
Is it because it has been a while since I took my course or is it that the course was not good enough.

Also I have no experiance in teaching,never been in frort of a real class.

She did mention that she had a good feeling about me and would recomend me,but that I would need to do some training and maybe do a 9 month internship before I would be let lose on a class of my own.

Now I have to wait.I am happy that is over with.

Randy

Originally Posted by Chrismc

Oh well Randy, you had to have a first one at some stage, if it doesn't work out then there are always more, out it down to experience anyway. At least now you will know next time what to expect.

Chris

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I have the phone interview today.I will let yous know how it gos.

Randy

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

... not sure if it's the food or the women!

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I have recieved an offer from the school.There is alot in the contract to take in and to understand.I will spend awhile to to look it over good.


Randy

Originally Posted by EasyTarget

Congrats Mate:
Yes, now some serious consideration about the move from CAN to the FSU. Where is the school located again? When would they want you to move? Will they help you find a place to live?

Maybe you can ring Bingism and get some thoughts about the scenario?

Originally Posted by Chrismc

Well done Randy now remember to read the

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Congrates Randy! Remember to keep your mind on teaching and not all the sweet young "Thangs" you'll be teaching!

Good luck if you accept!

CHEERS!

Originally Posted by bingism

Hey Randy, sounds interesting... give me a call over the weekend if you want or email me the contract if you want me to look at it.

Bing

Originally Posted by deccie

Yeah Good luck with it Randy.
You just might want to check if they have ever been hit with cyclones/hurricanes/tornadoes/great floods etc before hand huh? (-:

Originally Posted by bingism

Hey Randy, sounds interesting... give me a call over the weekend if you want or email me the contract if you want me to look at it.

Bing

Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida

Congrats Randy!!!!!! I hope this will be one of the most exciting adventures of your life. It is a great opportunity. Just remember we are all rooting for you and will be awaiting all of your posts from the other side-LOL. Best of luck to you!!
Rocky

Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida

Randy, you could always introduce the folks over there to drag racing as a sport. You won't be working all of the time, right. Just a thought.
Rocky

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I have signed the contract and sent it to them,now the fun begins....

Randy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

I have signed the contract and sent it to them,now the fun begins....
Randy

Originally Posted by bingism

hehe cool..... another one joins thd team We'll have to have a close look at the distances from Ufa to Volgograd, but it'll certainly be less than Ufa to the US lol

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Good luck, take care, and enjoy your adventure Randy. Try to stay in touch.

Best wishes - Steve

Originally Posted by EasyTarget

Randy: if you do find a Dart in Russia you HAVE to take a photo and share with us. I would be amazed if you find one in Russia. :-)

Congrats on the new job. And yes, the fun now begins. My suggestion make a huge to-do list, and start working on crossing them off. Good Luck

Originally Posted by bingism

Ufa to Volgograd, but it'll certainly be less than Ufa to the US lol

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Well,as a matter a fact,there is a Dart over there...a few years ago a Russian man wrote to a MOPAR mag that I get.He needed help on figuring out what gears he had in the rear end.He lived in Moscow,even sent a photo of it,to bad it was a four door.

Originally Posted by EasyTarget

Ufa to Volgograd is ~650 Miles, ~1046KM
which is about a 26hr train ride on train#437

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Finish the house,sell the house,get blood work for the HIV test so I can get the visa,figure out what to do with allll my cars and furniture.... AHHHHHHH.

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Hmm ... I might be needing 2 cars in the near future for a FSU woman and her son! I'd gladly "store" 2 cars for you .... but they might look a little different when you return and want them back! LOL

Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida

Randy, Just save some of the women for the rest of us-LOL!!!. Good luck!
Rocky

Originally Posted by EasyTarget

Oh come on...next you will be telling me that you have bridge for sale. :-)

Well it most likely does seem a huge task but make the list, and soon enough you will have everything planned out. I do like the idea of selling or donating all of the stuff you have accumulated over the years. Helps give you a fresh start. Set up an eBay account ~ I am sure you will get lots of buyers.

I would suggest buying a laptop in Canada and bringing it over. Most laptops can switch from 110v to 220v, or you can just get the plug adapter. It will be fine. You will most likely want the Canadian version of Windows. The version that doesn't try and correct the spelling of hoser. :-)

By the way how many does till you plan on leaving.

Originally Posted by bingism

woo hoo..... that's within the long weekend timescale.... the first RMP teachers' meet

Originally Posted by firemansam

Hey Randy!
Sounds like you are off on another exciting adventure! I hope it all goes well for you and that you really enjoy the experience.

Not to mention that you might also find the woman of your dreams

Good Luck!!!

Sam.

Originally Posted by azamuner

Don't forget your touque eh. And don't forget to tell them that we Canadians are beauty.

Good luck.

Originally Posted by azamuner

Don't forget your touque eh. And don't forget to tell them that we Canadians are beauty.

Good luck.

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

HA HA Touque!!! I haven't heard that term in years!!!

Randy - I'll be going to the Czech Republic in August ... maybe our pathes will cross! I'll let you know my schedule when my girl sets the day. Hope to meet up with you!

Originally Posted by disculmawsu

Wow, what a great adventure! Keep us posted!

Originally Posted by azamuner

Don't forget your touque eh. And don't forget to tell them that we Canadians are beauty.

Good luck.

Originally Posted by AJROOK

Great News Randy!!!

Like Azamuner said...we will leave it up to you to promote us Canadians...lol.
All the best and definately keep us posted!

Andy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Don't be surprised someday when you are talking to a RW and she says EH!

Randy

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Maybe "EH where's your touque?"

Originally Posted by mistermopar

LOL....it should be...where's your touque,EH.

Randy

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Sorry Randy, my Canadian is a little rusty. I haven't been to Canada in many years.

Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida

Randy, have they given you a date to report to work? I know you will have a great time!
Rocky

Originally Posted by bingism

They may also ask you about something to do with teaching and if they are a real jobsworth, you might get asked to explain something like: "What is the difference in use between the present simple and present perfect tenses?" Wouldn't stress if I were you.

Originally Posted by BradIL

bingism! I admire your ability, with a wonderful sense of humor, to introduce total humility into a conversation, viz.:

If this means I am toting along my - now 30 year-old college prep english textbook (Christ save me - stop the clocks!) from high school all the way to Russia, AND THEN, to be confronted with such a question . . .

I would be TOTALLY MORTIFIED to look at curious Russian eyes patiently waiting for an answer (one is permitted to make up answers, yes?).

GOOD GOD!

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Hey Rocky,no they haven't given me a date to report to work yet.
I am also waiting for the invitation from them.

Ya I will have a good time, LOL

Randy

Originally Posted by Rockyof Florida

Ok Randy, it is July 29th. Have they sent you the invitation yet? I'd be mussing somebody up by now--LOL. Hope you hear something soon.
Rocky

Originally Posted by Chrismc

Goodluck Randy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks Chris,its going to be tight.

Randy

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks Chris,its going to be tight.

Randy

Originally Posted by Spakoyna

Good Luck Randy! I am curious! Did you sell your house this quick? Perhaps there is a real estate bargain to be had in Canada??

Originally Posted by mistermopar

LOL,I just put the sign up on Saturday,and have had 3 showings,Sun.,Mon., and Tues.
There are no bargins here in the Timmins area,prices have jump up 30% in the last 3 to 6 months.
Ok,while I was writing this I got a call from someone wanting to look at it.They wanted to see it right away,they were calling from a cell phone sitting in my drive way.So now I have also had a showing for Wed.

Randy

Originally Posted by Spakoyna

Damn! Ya shoure Can't do that here at the moment! The real estate market is the pits in most of the US for the moment! Glad I ain't looking ta sell...soon ta be a buyers market here for sure if things don't turn around!

Originally Posted by Spakoyna

Damn! Ya shoure Can't do that here at the moment! The real estate market is the pits in most of the US for the moment! Glad I ain't looking ta sell...soon ta be a buyers market here for sure if things don't turn around!

Originally Posted by mistermopar

There are so few houses for sale here.A house around the corner from me went for $15 000 above asking,I would have never belived it,but was showen the papers.
One reason for the boom is that De Beers is opening a dimond mine close to here,and this is the biggest city/town close to it.

Randy

Originally Posted by Chrismc

Randy, if there is a boom coming why not rent it out and pick up the extra $$$ in a year or two when prices have shot through the roof

Originally Posted by mistermopar

...holding out for the extra can end up biting you in the back side.

Originally Posted by j_c

You guys think is expensive where you live , you want to come to any town on the outskirts of London that has a rail link and you will be shocked at the prices.

Three bed terraced house down our road just sold for £385k!!!!

JC

Originally Posted by mistermopar

How much is that in USD?

Randy

Originally Posted by Chrismc

Just double it, there are just over $2 to the £1 now = $770,000 worth of mickey mouse money

Originally Posted by mistermopar

There are so few houses for sale here.A house around the corner from me went for $15 000 above asking,I would have never belived it,but was showen the papers.
One reason for the boom is that De Beers is opening a dimond mine close to here,and this is the biggest city/town close to it.

Randy

Originally Posted by deccie

I don't know what things are like in the USA but things are overvalued in a lot of places back in Oz now. Because of the "sub prime" lending market a lot of marginal people got loans some years ago which forced up prices. Now a lot of those are going through the agony of foreclosure. I don't know which is worse.. that you never buy a place or you buy a place, love it.. but lose it because you never could really afford it.

I think in Sydney something like 70% of all sales are mortgage defaults.

There was a recent report I scanned that said to get into the property market in most large regional centres in Aus you needed an effective salary of $100k a year. I guess that applies to houses.

I know what I was looking at a place, getting a loan was the easy part. The size of the repayments scared me off. And that wasn't even a house but only an apartment/flat.

I'll be looking at getting into the market in about 1.5 years time. We should have a more sizeable deposit by then and will be able to rent the place out for a year getting extra repayments down before we get back to Oz.

The other option I am looking at is actually German real estate since that actually looks very reasonably priced and Germany still has some way to go in their economic recovery.

Originally Posted by GoingToRussia

Is this the diamond mine that they are doing a story on TV? I think it is called ice road or ice truckers ... something like that.

Originally Posted by mistermopar

It is very possible GTR that it is the same one.
I know they have to bring in supplies in the winter by trucks across the ice.
The winter that just passed it was very late in freezing and I think it was hundreds of trucks lined up for weeks waiting for the ice to be thick enough.

The only other way in is to fly,but they can not fly in the the amount of supplies that they need in the small planes.

My sister works for a company that has a contract at this mine and was going up and staying there.It is a dry site (NO BOOZE).

Randy

Originally Posted by AkMike

How in the world are you going to say "Eh" in russian yet alone explain what it is.

Originally Posted by AkMike

LMAO... After you get that one figured out try "Hoser" . I've been called that by some of my 'BC Buds'. And they just start laughing rather than tell me WTF it means..( And yes I know about BC Buds,,, both ways..)

Originally Posted by AkMike

Well, I have a rough idea... Sort'a..

Originally Posted by AkMike

LMAO... After you get that one figured out try "Hoser" . I've been called that by some of my 'BC Buds'. And they just start laughing rather than tell me WTF it means..( And yes I know about BC Buds,,, both ways..)

Originally Posted by Pin Boy

randy,

best of luck to you. i know you'll keep us posted so i won't ask.

pin boy

Originally Posted by azamuner

Wow...only 1 week to go.

You should start making lists and packing now. It's harder to remember everything if you're packing at the last minute.

Can't wait to hear stories once you arrive and get settled in.

Originally Posted by azamuner

Ooooo that's gonna be a long journey. It'll probable take ya few days to recover from it.

Take care and safe travels...hope all your luggage makes it there with you.

Cheers!

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Well this is it...the day I leave.I hope I have made the right choice.
I will land in Moscow on the 30th.
Got my fingers crossed.
See yous soon in the FSU.

Randy

Originally Posted by royalpalace774

Good luck on your trip!

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks Ak and GTR.
I have been in Moscow for 6 days now,no time to see anything but the school and my bed.
I should be going down to Volgograd soon.
Can not figure out how to use the wireless link on my laptop,dam inventions...LOL,so I am limited to using the computer at the school when I can,which is not often.

Chat later,

Randy

Originally Posted by disculmawsu

I have been looking for your posts on how you were adjusting to life in Russia.

Originally Posted by mistermopar

Thanks Ak and GTR.
I have been in Moscow for 6 days now,no time to see anything but the school and my bed.
I should be going down to Volgograd soon.
Can not figure out how to use the wireless link on my laptop,dam inventions...LOL,so I am limited to using the computer at the school when I can,which is not often.

Chat later,

Randy

Originally Posted by AkMike

Start to learn the "Moscow Shuffle" now..

Originally Posted by azamuner

Moscow Shuffle?

Can you enlighten those of us who are not familiar with the term?

I figure it's some kind of dance but is there more to it?

Originally Posted by azamuner

Moscow Shuffle?

Can you enlighten those of us who are not familiar with the term?

I figure it's some kind of dance but is there more to it?

Originally Posted by azamuner

Hehe. I have the mental picture now.

All in the name of looking good...and they do look good.

Originally Posted by azamuner

I was thinking the same thing.

Hey mopar are you experiencing culture shock?

I know I was overwhelmed when I visited Ukraine last year.

Originally Posted by bingism

Glad to know you're saf