In this bonus episode, the hosts Sarah Passmore and Hannah Pirnie ask the guests at the official launch of New in Town:Johannesburg to give advice for newcomers to the city. The main themes include overcoming your fear and embracing a new amazing lifestyle:
Takeaways:
- Don't compare your new life in Johannesburg to your life back home
- Embrace a completely new life and discover yourself in a different way
- Talk to people and don't make assumptions about them
- Immerse yourself in the culture and befriend people from different racial groups
- Don't let fear ruin your experience in Johannesburg
- Losing a sense of purpose is common for newcomers, but embrace being part of a team
- Choose a nice neighborhood and research schools well
- Travel and explore the city and the surrounding areas
- Come to Johannesburg with an open mind and embrace the people and opportunities
- The people of Johannesburg are vibrant, open, and friendly
Made by: New in Town:Johannesburg
Hosts: Hannah Pirnie and Sarah Passmore
Editor: Sarah Passmore
Website: www.movingtosouthafrica.com
Instagram: newintown.podcast
