Living and Working in the Philippines

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I get asked what it like to live and work in the Philippines, all the time...! So I thought I'd shoot this quick clip to give you a bit of an insight. Hope you enjoy it.

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[ramiz1116]

Thanks great video. I just want to know as a foreigner English speaking individual ( from England), what cultural aspect you have to keep in mind when applying for a job in Philippines, in terms of understanding/speaking the native Philippines language , religion and also finding accommodation (cost etc). And also what kind of attitude do the employers show towards foreigner workers thanks

[chrisducker]

@ramiz1116 It's tough for foreigners to find 'work' here. Most of the non-filipinos I know that live here full time have their own companies. It's really the only way to make the kind of money that we're used to back 'home.

However, I also know a handful of people that are making good salaries working for local companies as highly paid consultants and things like that. I guess that it depends on your background and experience level - plus, is there a NEED for what you bring to the table...

[MsPsyche5]

Hello Mr.Ducker, I would like to know how can a foreigner migrate to the Philippines, what are the requirements and processes that needs to be done? Looking forward to your answers. Thank you.. =)

[chrisducker]

@MsPsyche5 I'll cover that in a future video, dont worry! Thanks.

[Karharias]

You have covered enough except the cost of living and working possibilties etc. Next time you may elaborate further hopefully. Thanks.

[chrisducker]

@Karharias I sure will - thanks for the comment.

[si2RNA22]

I am amazed how you depicted Philippines in such an openminded and vibrant way...you're a good soul...

[FAXBEAT]

I love the way you said the bad side is Political. which is very true, 

[windsofwinds]

I'm a filipino, yes our country is safe, I agree its safe and just do common sense :-D.

Even mindanao has areas majority as safe. There were just major province that are in conflict.

But in news abroad you would hear that philippines is caotic or full confilct etc. thats not true.

As long as your in good deeds, your safe, as long as you dont to bad your safe, just like other countries. I agree to you ChrisDucker :-D. ........... I hope you understand my bad english :-D  Peace .

[olivertalag]

I fully agree on what chris said! 100%! Thumbs up! Thanks chris for supporting filipino people!

[aze722]

from a filipino, i just wanna say thank you!!

[garrydramos]

just want to say this to you that I admire you. those people saying bad things about the Philippines specially Filipino. that doesn't look back where they came from are worse than a rotten fish. I live here in the US but I really want to comeback home. If I only have a good job there that can support my family and provide a house I would comeback in a hearth beat. 

[mcgyver1431]

Thanks for your comments...you're lifting the moral of all Filipinos working abroad. We Filipinos like to welcome those foreigner who have good instentions in staying in our country. Mabuhay ka....

[chrisducker]

@lancer89032 The people I went to stay with were not my employees. They were just friends of friends. The Philippines can be a dangerous country sometimes. However, no more dangerous than the UK, the USA or anywhere else for that matter. This video was to focus on the good things, like the way Filipino people make foreigners, like myself, feel when we visit and work here, not to mention the 'bad' things...

The Philippines is a great country with lots to offer...