Still jobless in London but things are moving along in the right direction.
Tim’s phone has been ringing off the hook, and we’re both pretty confident he’ll have work soon. It’s all just a matter of time. But good news indeed that his skills are needed!
I wish I could say as much for myself; the world just isn’t ready for the mathdiva. My largest obstacle is the visa situation. My 6 month work permit means I’m limited to temp and contract work. But most positions suitable for someone of my scientific background are typically longer term. So far I haven’t had any bites from the permanent job positions I’ve applied to.
I do have an interview next week for a contract job in insurance where I’d be analyzing market statistics (eeeevil?). Although the financial world isn’t really my bag, I’m very excited about the job. I’d be working in the City of London just like a proper English person. But more importantly, I’d have a job that would open a lot of doors for me in the statistical world.
Anyone out there with some interview tips for someone with zero background in finance going into an interview for an insurance job?
More good news…
I found a gym!
Most gyms in london cost in the £60-100 per month range, but I learned that the International Student House has a gym for £20 per month. It’s tiny (like everything in london), the music is crap (like most music in london), and it’s certainly not flash (unlike most eurotrash things in london). But it’s got freeweights, a couple weight benches, a squat rack, exercise bikes, treadmills, stairclimbers, and rowing machines, all in fairly good shape. I was so missing the gym. Literally, I was depressed over it. And I do miss the amazing facilities at UT. But I’m looking forward to being sore again and pushing the iron envelope further than ever!
Oh, and in case you doubted that I actually did move to London, here’s a picture of me by Big Ben…
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good luck with the job - they NEED you more than you need them - love, Mary