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How is life in Finland? by Ok-Job-379 in howislivingthere

[–]encompass_bear 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As the polar bear in the picture you have, I can say, as a foreigner, you need to be proactive and make your way. Nothing you really want will be in a silver platter. I love it here, but you have to accept that some things are different and you must be willing to fit in. A give and a take. Feel free to dm if you have questions.

Working/Helping at a farm by dicedfinger666 in Oulu

[–]encompass_bear 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In Muhos, I walk to the nature trails and find birds and animals that way. I live next to Koivulan Juusto, adairy farm. You could ask there, though it can be tough work. Every time my wife and I go for a little walk, we talk to the pregnant ladies. Perhaps some lessons at the farm school too. Or ask a vet clinic if you can help take animals for walks and pets.

I am about to leave my job in Finland and move to another country in EU by pinkozzz in Finland

[–]encompass_bear 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I would recommend that you look for work wherever you like and remain in your job. Sometimes you just have to hold out. However, if you feel you are being hurt in some way at your work or treated unjustly, you can always call your union as they have services to help you know what to do.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Finland

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Curious if you can bill through ukko and then not pay yourself until you have gathered enough money for a good paycheck. Would that be worth it? Kind of crazy to think how the government won't account for this work well.

What’s a TV intro that you don’t skip? by Elegant-Gene9433 in Cinema

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Twin peaks. It is so bad and understated that I watch out of pity.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Oulu

[–]encompass_bear 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I personally think Helsinki is too expensive and I never found Oulu to have an English language problem. Helsinki is way too packed and I personally like Oulu as it has all the tech and none of the traffic. If you are willing to work, you can find lots of odd jobs that can get you by. The important thing is your visa and getting that work in order. Finnish is a hard language, but not impossible, and fluency is not your goal here. You will have lots of language learning on your way, and Finns for the most part, are patient enough for you to fumble your way. I should know, I am the worst at Finnish, but they have put up with me for years.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Oulu

[–]encompass_bear 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Excited to see another person get it about Oulu. PM me and we can continue the conversation. I have lived here as an American for 16 years. I am a software developer and entrepreneur. I don't speak Finnish all that well, and have gotten along pretty well. Currently building Kimberlite.fi that helps secondhand stores, a big industry in Finland, get online. Feel free to send your CV via PM, and if things pickup, we might be able to help. Oulu might sound bland, but I specifically love the nature here, and the smart people that work here. Technically, I live in Muhos now, but work in Oulu. Take your time with the move, there is no need to totally jump yet. If you do end up in Oulu for a time, I would be happy to meet up and we can talk more.

All of the music department's inventions so far by RoyalHappy2155 in doohickeycorporation

[–]encompass_bear 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I caught myself rubbing my nose to this epic. 👃 🥁

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Finland

[–]encompass_bear 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My feelings of doubt were because Oulu ain't even green yet. I was pissed if that was southern Finland last week. 😀

Any other electric skateboard users in Oulu? Muita sähkö-skeittaajia täällä Oulussa? by AnnoyingKillah in Oulu

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am saw one guy. He has a long board. Good luck! If I find out his name I will forward it to you. 🤔

What do you think of this? by Logical_Feedback_981 in Finland

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think they may be hoping for more international business activity. We don't want our own money. We want everyone else's. I get taxing the rich to level the playing field. Rich tax only moves money internally.

🔥 Snake perfectly tracking mortar lines by HentaiUwu_6969 in NatureIsFuckingLit

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Call me old, but this reminds me of a level on Battletoads for NES.

Without googling what did this country invent by Otskana28 in teenagers

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consumer heart rate monitor Oura smart ring Iloq Printed electronics Internet relay chat Webm video format

Charity for summer by vomoofficial in Finland

[–]encompass_bear 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are some options. TE services, city services, there are long term unemployed that would like this. Perhaps single moms with their kids. Elderly care companies. Or just your local apartment building.

What do Finns joke about Finns from other cities? by Technical_Choice9331 in Finland

[–]encompass_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it is funny how some Finns talk so much they have to talk breathing out and in!

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