The document discusses the challenges of making global career decisions, particularly for individuals feeling uncertain about leaving secure jobs for opportunities abroad. It introduces the 'International Career Compass,' a visual tool designed to clarify career options and motivations while navigating the complexities of international job markets. The author emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network and explores various business models for disseminating related resources and support.

1. INTERNATIONAL
CAREER
COMPASS
a visual tool
for global decisions
Leslie Forman
@leslieforman

2. My mind is all over the place.
I’m just not sure where to start.
How do you narrow down options for country and for a job?
I do also want to remain in the engineering profession, so that’s why
things like teaching English don’t appeal to me as much.
I can’t decide if I should leave my job soon or get a few more years of
experience in order to “have something to come back to” in case I don’t
make it abroad.
How did you initially build a network?
What do you normally say to people like me who are unsure and
hesitant to leave a “secure” life?
In my inbox:

3. The questions are personal.
query quandary
request for information
state of uncertainty and
doubt about what to do

4. The Problem:
WHO the well-traveled, ambitious and bored
How best to satisfy two conflicting urges:
wanderlust and ambition?WHAT
WHEN
in 2AM research binges
lying in bed, phone in hand

5. Quandary?
Think Visually.

6. Business Model Canvas
source: businessmodelgeneration.com

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The Wind in Your Sails:
What motivates you to embark on this adventure?

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The Boat:
What’s your current situation in life?

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Navigation Lines:
Which friends-of-friends can help you
find relevant info + opportunities?

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The Landing Position:
Which port might be a good fit?

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Which business models might fit this idea?
1-to-all: visual tools, website, niche media
1-to-many: multimedia book
1-on-1: personalized coaching
1-to-several: group training + public speaking
Partnerships: collaboration with service providers
and tools catering to same audience

14. Thank you!
Leslie Forman
@leslieforman
leslie@leslieforman.com
leslieforman.com
internationalcareercompass.com
Illustrations by Ignacio Barceló
ignaciobarcelo.com :)