"The lure of an OE or even the possibility of emigrating permanently to a new country is enticing to many New Zealanders. But success in doing so may depend more on personality than experience and qualifications. George Eves, serial expat and founder of Expat Info Desk, studied a report by The Economist Intelligent Unit and, based on his own experiences, identified six character traits which make it easier for immigrants to find happiness in their adopted country...."
You need to be a subscriber of The New Zealand Herald to read this interview by David Maida with George Eves but you can find further tips for a being a happy expat in our article on 6 personality traits of a happy expat.
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