Indian Woman in US Advocates for the Value of Indian Work Experience
Indian woman in US shares why Indian work experience ‘absolutely counts’ abroad: ‘It helped me land my first job’
Hindustan Times
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Meenakshi, an Indian woman living in the US, emphasizes the importance of Indian work experience in a recent Instagram video. She encourages immigrants to embrace their backgrounds and not to modify their career stories, asserting that honesty helped her secure her first job abroad.
- 01Indian work experience is valuable abroad, contrary to common belief.
- 02Meenakshi chose to present her career journey honestly without altering her past.
- 03She faced challenges like motherhood and waiting for work authorization but remained true to her story.
- 04Her message resonated with many, receiving supportive reactions on social media.
- 05Embracing one's background can be a strength in the job market.
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In a recent Instagram video, Meenakshi, an Indian woman residing in the United States, shared her insights on the value of Indian work experience for immigrants. Addressing the common notion that such experience may not be recognized abroad, she asserted, 'Your Indian experience doesn't count here in abroad. But it does count.' Meenakshi proudly included her Indian work history in her resume and LinkedIn profile, emphasizing the skills and hard work she accumulated over the years. She also discussed the challenges faced by immigrants, including career pauses due to motherhood and waiting for employment authorization documents (EAD). Despite advice to modify her story to fit the US job market, she chose honesty, which ultimately helped her secure her first full-time job. Her message resonated with many viewers, who supported her stance on valuing one's unique experiences. She concluded with a reminder that hard work is universally recognized, encouraging others to trust in their own journeys.
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Meenakshi's story encourages immigrants to embrace their backgrounds, which can positively influence their job prospects in new countries.
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