Making Your Work Relocation Easier

1. Get Paperwork Together
2. Using Local Resources
3. Start Networking

Relocation for work is probably the most commonly cited reason why people end up conducting a move. This is also very common today, with many companies not willing to lose great employees simply due to a shift in their location. Despite this, actually conducting such a type of forced move is often very stressful, so you should take steps to help make things go more smoothly. Here are some ideas to consider.

Get Paperwork Together.

The main thing about moving is to be organized. Whether you put all your important papers and documents into a briefcase or a filing cabinet, have some system to keep everything straight. Be sure to include the following among your 'important' items:

• Anything related to the relocation, such as receipts, contracts, estimates, bill of lading, inventory list, etc...
• Papers and documents related to the sale of your old home or purchase of the new home.
• Any and all escrow or inspection paperwork.
• Marriage and divorce paperwork , certificates or other related documents.
• School and study records, certificates, and anything else that might be used to prove identity.

Make sure that this box or file of documents goes with you. Also, having everything in the same place makes it much easier to find whatever you need, should any issue arise. This can also be helpful if you find yourself needing to file a claim against the moving company after arriving at the new home.

Using Local Resources.

When arriving in your new location, you might actually be seeking a new job. If this is the case, be sure to take advantage of every tool that might help you. This may

include:

• Local government sites—In many cases, these resources might have a number of job opportunities listed, so they are certainly worth a try.
• Online job boards—Simply posting your online resume can often be enough to start generate a flood of interest. Of course, you can also actively use online job sites as well.
• Do your research—There are a lot of ways to have conducted research about your new town or location, even before arriving. Having an idea ahead of time of the local job market could make a big difference.

Start Networking.

By looking for and connecting with other like-minded professionals in your new area, it is a great way to get connected and start becoming part of the professional community yourself. You may want to consider:

• Attending local group events—Chamber of Commerce and similar events are great places to begin.
• Events related to your field—Just search the internet to find anything that is related. This will give you a lot of good opportunities to meet people and start getting to know the local business community.
• Meet other parents—If you have kids, it can be easy and non-threatening to start out by meeting other parents.