One of our readers Praveen posted this nice write up as a comment. Publishing it as article as it would help others. Thanks to Praveen for sharing his thoughts. You can share your experiences/thoughts by submitting article here . Things to do Before and After Entering America 1. Flight Tickets : After you get your H1b, you are all set …
How much Money can you Save in USA on H1B/L1 Visa? Living Cost ?
One of the many drivers for many internationals to work in America on H1B or L1 Visa is the monetary benefits and savings they can make. The big question is how much money can you save in America ? What are the typical expenses ? How much is the cost of living in USA ? Let me shed some light …
List of things to do after Entering USA – Work Visa (H1B, L1)
The wait is over for you…You are in America ! You might be wondering what are the things that I should I do after I enter America on H1B Visa. Here is the checklist, read below for more info on each of them. Calling Home – Calling Cards, Online Skype, Google Voice, etc. Update Employer or H1B Sponsor Apply for …
Injured or Sick ? Care, Attention, Affection – India vs America – Experience
Almost a year ago, when I was in America, I got sick and was bedridden for a week…right now, I am bedridden in India with an injury. Both are quite different experiences, let me share my thoughts. My perspective for writing this article is that I am assuming, you are an International Student or professional and do not have lot …
Etiquette in India – Completely different from USA – My experience
I heard so many things from my friends, who worked in India, that corporate life in India is much different from America…I never had a chance to experience it as I left to America right after my undergrad…incidentally, our company has off-shore development center in India and I am here in India experiencing the corporate life for the past couple …
Moving to new location in USA – How to mingle with Locals ? Lifestyle ?
When I first moved to America for education, I lived in the south…after my education I moved to Midwest for work…I lived in quite a few states and also traveled to quite a few states…every state is different, the lifestyle of locals is different…Let me share some of my experiences and explain how to mingle with Locals to have a …
Can you Bargain in America ? Buying Cars, Clothes, Shopping on Street ?
Some of you, who grew up in Asia and countries like India, Thailand might be used to bargaining before you buy something or hire something….It could be as simple as bargaining the rate for taxi or auto rickshaw…Also, it could be in instances like buying stuff on the street…sometimes, it could be like buying stuff in a fancy clothing store …
How does Walk-ins vs. Scheduling working in US ? Call ahead, Appointment ?
When I used to live in India, I never called anyone and scheduled appointments to meet them for getting stuff done like auto repair, car oil changes, visiting doctor, haircut, looking at new apartment, travel guidance, meet insurance agent, dentist appointment, etc. In my experience, things work different in America. Let me share some of my experiences and explain the …
Why NOT to park in Disabled parking without Handicap Tag even with broken leg ?
I was talking to my friend yesterday about parking tickets in our area, as a segue he explained his experience dealing with disability parking, when he had an injury and was unable to walk without crutches. Let me share his experience and the key point to take away from his experience. Injured Leg, Not able to walk without Crutches….got Parking …
Tips for Used/New Car maintenance- Goo gone ? Oil Change ? Music player
I never had a car, when I was studying in India…After I graduated from MS and got my first job in US, l really wanted to buy a fancy new car… but unfortunately I could not, my plans to study MBA killed my new car thought….Anyways, I bought a used car and have been using it for the past 4 …
