Lifestyle Precious Nnabuike – meeting and engaging new people This week on Other Expats, we visited the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) Foundation’s IdeaLab 2017 in Kuala Lumpur on 2 and 3 August. The event creates a platform for investors and innovative startups in ASEAN to connect, and for businesses to network. Sign up for The Memo, the Other Expats weekly newsletter with exclusive […] Written by Other Expats 3 August 201731 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Podcast Other Expat podcast – Behind the Magic with Amal Adam Malcolm X in his 1962 speech pointed out that, “The most disrespected person in America is the black woman. The most unprotected person in America is the black woman.” He was talking about America. But it applies to black women around the world. In this episode of the Other Expats podcast, we reached out to […] Written by Other Expats 18 July 201731 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Lifestyle 6 pro tips for hiking in Kuala Lumpur As an Other Expat living in Kuala Lumpur, whenever there is an opportunity to try something new, there are a few things we have to consider, and unfortunately, the reality of it is that they’re not all pleasant. Will I be able to afford it? How about transportation, and who can I go with? And the most […] Written by Other Expats 13 June 201731 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Lifestyle Beat homesickness – 10 tips make the most of Kuala Lumpur Feeling homesick, lonely or just bored in Kuala Lumpur? Whether you’re new in town or have been here for a while, these are all common “ailments” of Other Expats like us. If you’re feeling this way, here are a few reminders and tips to make your stay here a little more enjoyable and comfortable. GET TO KNOW […] Written by Other Expats 29 May 201728 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Podcast Faithful Anere – Getting past the misconceptions “It’s impossible to get a job in Malaysia”. “You can’t have a bank account here!” “Debit/credit cards?! Are you crazy? That’s impossible!” I’ve heard it all. As other expats in Malaysia, we’ll have to admit it is difficult to do any of those things here—sometimes, however, not more difficult than other countries, or even back […] Written by Other Expats 27 May 201726 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Career 10 tips to make your job search in Malaysia easier Fresh out of college and on a job search or thinking of a career change? If the answer is yes, and if you’re an Other Expat, go ahead and capitalize on the things I’ve learned as an Other Expat myself. I’ve been on both sides – in my previous life job, I interviewed candidates, many of […] Written by Other Expats 19 May 201726 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Career How to file your income tax – a step-by-step guide If you’re an Other Expat like us, you have likely hit the wall of confusion that is filing your income tax. While there are some of us fortunate enough to have efficient HR departments that take care of everything, many of us still have to rough it out and do it ourselves. We know the challenges […] Written by Other Expats 18 May 201726 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Career How to file your personal income tax — a step-by-step guide If you’re an Other Expat like us, you have likely hit the wall of confusion that is filing your income tax. While there are some of us fortunate enough to have efficient HR departments that take care of everything, many of us still have to rough it out and do it ourselves. We know the […] Written by Other Expats 18 May 201718 May 2017 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Lifestyle Ready, set, cycling in Kuala Lumpur! Kuala Lumpur is a great destination for many things—the wide variety of local food, the amazing Petronas twin towers, the sights and many more. It is not the best place to be if you’re an avid cyclist. The number of cyclists has grown in the last couple of years as more people recognize the health […] Written by Chukwudi Barrah 9 April 201726 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Blogs Contribution Travel Paying for your parents’ vacation in Malaysia Malaysia has always been an Arab favorite as far as vacation spots go, especially for those coming from the Gulf countries, and for good reason: it’s a Muslim country, for one, which means that they have the option to go full Khaleeji appearance-wise and not be called out on it (in fact, it’s common to […] Written by Other Expats 24 March 201726 December 2018 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked