Africans who wish to stay in Dubai or UAE and make it here must see this. These 5 habits are what every one of us must either practice or stay out of. There have been countless times when the UAE government has taken into custody African Expats who have been wayward. But my question is, Did you come here to make money or to live a bad lifestyle? Huspuppi had it all going but got arrested. Some others came here and their lives have also changed tremendously. Whatever the outcome will depend greatly on you. So if you would not want to waste your time in jail or deported you need to sit down and work it out.
Here are the 5 habits you need that will surely see you through any storm of deportation in UAE or Dubai.
- Don't Make Alcohol a Habit- Many guys(Ladies and Gents) turn to do alcohol when they come. Nobody is telling you not to drink alcohol. But imagine that you could not keep your life in the balance due to alcohol. That will be a mess. Don't life frustrate you to do fall into an alcohol lifestyle. It is rare that people who usually do alcohol recover to work the next day. This will call for so much absenteeism and you could be canceled from your contract. Also, alcohol is prohibited and for only licensed people in UAE. It can lead to fights and other inappropriate behavior. I remember one guy whom I use to work with was a constant alcohol taker. He does it and even pees on his bed, vomits, and all stuff. He could not finish his contract. He was canceled as at the time I was also resigning with small money to take home.
- Save or Invest Your Money- I wonder why many travel unprepared. If you go on TikTok and listen to some people's ideas you will be very overwhelmed. Wherever you find yourself try especially UAE do save or Invest your money back home. By saving am referring to opening a bank account to make a direct deposit. Never let someone be a keeper. They say their love of money is the root of all evil. Therefore no matter how trusted someone might be in your eyes, don't let them keep your money in that they are saving it. All over Africa, there are trusted banks that will have peace of mind when you save with them. Remember this that, had I know is always at last. By Investing, am not referring to banks' investment. But setting up a business that will regenerate income to your pocket. Start small but with aim. Real estate is a very good avenue. Build one or two rooms and give them out for rent. The money you will get can help you in the future.
- Friends - From my Ghanaian home, there is a saying that too many friends didn't let crab get head. Yeah, most people get themselves into trouble just because they indulge themselves in too many friends. Too many friends will never solvethe problem for you. The money friends you make the problems you bring upon yourself. UAE is very much a sociable avenue. Therefore, no matter your lifestyle you will get a friend, and these people will always turn to you for help one way or the other which will lead you into trouble. So just stay away and be free.
- Be serious with your work- As a matter of fact, working in UAE is a headache. Therefore don't let some petty issues block the rapport between you and your supervisors. As soon as issues start between the two of you, then you will want to change jobs. Yes, it is good to change job but they say, if you cannot finish don't start. Work in harmony with your colleagues and bosses. This will give you joy whenever you are going there to hustle. After all, this is not where you are going to stay for life. Find the money you need then save or invest to build your dream. Go to work and keep that smile even if you are hurt.
- Lastly, abide by UAE rules and regulations. - There is a saying that if you go to Rome do what the Romans do. Yeah, so as you are here much sure you don't get yourself into any trouble. Be abreast with the laws of the country and you will be fine. Remember time spent can never be regained. It's my advice that you leave or rent at less dense places of fellow Africans. Yes, it's not that I'm being fake but we know ourselves. The more we are happy the more we cause trouble. Just keep away from things that will get you into the hands of the law.
It might sound like I know everything but hey, just a piece of cake. Take it or leave it. You are living on someone's land. Why would you behave like you are in your home country? UAE is giving everyone the opportunity. Make good of it. Don't let someone's bad influence determine your future. You came here for a purpose. Live it. I also shared some articles on here that you can check it out.
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