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Dangerous I was last down in 2008 shorditch only place I’ve been I didn’t like going out after dark although when I worked over in Egham it was a lovely place so I think it depends on where but I suppose any big town and city is dangerous places to be at the moment  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Thinking of getting a job and moving there in January!"
Good luck. You'll need a well paid job as the cost of living is horrendous. Plenty to see and do. If you like a drink, be prepared to be paying anything up to almost a fiver a pint in most Central London pubs. If you like a variety of food, there's cuisine from all over the world available 24hrs a day.
I spent almost 30 years both living/working in London and then commuting from Essex for work in London before moving to sanity back in my native Yorkshire.
I enjoyed much of my time in London but wild horses wouldn't drag me back there now to live or work. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Same as anywhere really, i worked central london for 6 years,of that lived in south woodford for 3 years and lived stratford for 4 months and lived in marylebone for the rest,
Londons great my favourite place to live was south woodford the commute to work was th longest at 20mins on the tube or 1h drive. Work wise it was good, the after work everynight socialising was good in central london.
Im glad not be living/working there now.. i do miss aspects of it but have been down a fair bit recently meeting my gf. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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I'd be living in hornchurch and commuting in. 20mins on the train I'm told. I'm hoping to get a job in one of the big 4 consulting firms but tbh any consulting firm will do, it'll most likely be in central London! I'm never surprised when people talk about London, only just praise for the place,! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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It takes some adjustment as its a very different pace of life.
London is an amazing city, vibrant, diverse, energetic and there is always something going on.
Sometimes it gets me a bit down but most of the time I love it.
Get used to thinking "how much" quiet alot too.  |
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London is what you make it, there is something for everyone, you’ve just got to find it.
There’s even great big open green spaces to enjoy away from the bustle of the city, which you’ll be surprised how quiet they can be
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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I love it. There's a certain fast paced energy and vibrancy to the city that's addictive. You meet so many people and it's a bit of a thrill. That might be just my job though. I do miss working ft there. |
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By *hezuMan
over a year ago
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"I'd be living in hornchurch and commuting in. 20mins on the train I'm told. I'm hoping to get a job in one of the big 4 consulting firms but tbh any consulting firm will do, it'll most likely be in central London! I'm never surprised when people talk about London, only just praise for the place,! "
Hornchurch to central longer than 20 mins |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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London is a collection of villages until you get to the City (Square Mile) and central London. Even then, those breakdown into distinct areas, once you get to know them.
Not all of the big consulting firms are in central London anymore - certainly not for all their operations. You could be working in an outer London borough or in the commuter belt, depending on what you do.
Whatever the published commute time, allow an hour. Coming in to Town from Hornchurch is busy. The tube will be packed and you may have to change to get to your eventual destination.
I love London, lived here most of my life, and have worked all over London. You can find a vivid, vibrant energy next to peace and tranquility just by walking a relatively short distance. You can find a 1,000 years of history slap bang next to an ultra-modern tech company. You can find any food you want to eat almost anywhere (although find the distinct areas for this gets you better, more authentic choice). You can find an A-Z of affordable courses and clubs/groups to join.
Housing is expensive, we're sitting on the most expensive land. This expensive land means that pubs, restaurants and clubs have to charge more to cover their overheads and the higher wages in London. Never take casual/gig economy work below the London Living Wage (if you can help it).
That won't be your problem if you get a job with a consulting firm. You will be paid well but you will also be expected to work long and hard hours. Come with energy and take your breaks.
They'll be plenty of vacancies in just a few months.
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By *cott73Man
over a year ago
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"Go to London! I guarantee you'll either be mugged or not appreciated. Catch the train to London, stopping at Rejection, Disappointment, Backstabbing Central and Shattered Dreams Parkway!"
A Partridge. |
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Did it in 2001 working for a year for boots the chemist as part of a team closing down and revamping all there stores in central London , they put us in a posh hotel on Severn dials in Covent Garden , we had all food and entertainment paid for was the best year of my life saw so many famous people , London is amazing you will never be bored so much to see and do |
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By (user no longer on site)
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The second best thing I ever did was move to London, the best was move out! That said I love London and if you are confident you can get the work and afford to make the most of living there then do it. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"London is a collection of villages until you get to the City (Square Mile) and central London. Even then, those breakdown into distinct areas, once you get to know them.
Not all of the big consulting firms are in central London anymore - certainly not for all their operations. You could be working in an outer London borough or in the commuter belt, depending on what you do.
Whatever the published commute time, allow an hour. Coming in to Town from Hornchurch is busy. The tube will be packed and you may have to change to get to your eventual destination.
I love London, lived here most of my life, and have worked all over London. You can find a vivid, vibrant energy next to peace and tranquility just by walking a relatively short distance. You can find a 1,000 years of history slap bang next to an ultra-modern tech company. You can find any food you want to eat almost anywhere (although find the distinct areas for this gets you better, more authentic choice). You can find an A-Z of affordable courses and clubs/groups to join.
Housing is expensive, we're sitting on the most expensive land. This expensive land means that pubs, restaurants and clubs have to charge more to cover their overheads and the higher wages in London. Never take casual/gig economy work below the London Living Wage (if you can help it).
That won't be your problem if you get a job with a consulting firm. You will be paid well but you will also be expected to work long and hard hours. Come with energy and take your breaks.
They'll be plenty of vacancies in just a few months.
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Wow thank you so much for contributing to the thread, that's such detailed information, thank you for taking the time to write that!! I wasn't sure where to look for a job in the project management field but I was told that consulting firms are the best place to start if I really want to hone my project management skills. So that's what I'm aiming for. For sure with Brexit, there'll be a skill shortage and lots of vacancies since there'll be no more Europeans coming in. |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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"London is a collection of villages until you get to the City (Square Mile) and central London. Even then, those breakdown into distinct areas, once you get to know them.
Not all of the big consulting firms are in central London anymore - certainly not for all their operations. You could be working in an outer London borough or in the commuter belt, depending on what you do.
Whatever the published commute time, allow an hour. Coming in to Town from Hornchurch is busy. The tube will be packed and you may have to change to get to your eventual destination.
I love London, lived here most of my life, and have worked all over London. You can find a vivid, vibrant energy next to peace and tranquility just by walking a relatively short distance. You can find a 1,000 years of history slap bang next to an ultra-modern tech company. You can find any food you want to eat almost anywhere (although find the distinct areas for this gets you better, more authentic choice). You can find an A-Z of affordable courses and clubs/groups to join.
Housing is expensive, we're sitting on the most expensive land. This expensive land means that pubs, restaurants and clubs have to charge more to cover their overheads and the higher wages in London. Never take casual/gig economy work below the London Living Wage (if you can help it).
That won't be your problem if you get a job with a consulting firm. You will be paid well but you will also be expected to work long and hard hours. Come with energy and take your breaks.
They'll be plenty of vacancies in just a few months.
Wow thank you so much for contributing to the thread, that's such detailed information, thank you for taking the time to write that!! I wasn't sure where to look for a job in the project management field but I was told that consulting firms are the best place to start if I really want to hone my project management skills. So that's what I'm aiming for. For sure with Brexit, there'll be a skill shortage and lots of vacancies since there'll be no more Europeans coming in."
Look wider than consulting firms for project management. If you have the skills, and qualifications, you will find work. Pick a sector/industry/cause that you are excited about and start there. Consider registering with one of the agencies placing interim project managers to get you started. Move when you get your first 6 month+ placement. If you're any good you can be placed again or have the contract extended or be offered the role on a permanent basis.
You'll be renting in London anyway so nothing to lose but your understanding of whether London is right for you.
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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One final thought from me, London and all it's delights don't come looking for you. Don't treat it the way many treat Fab and expect that just being there means people and experiences will just appear.
Effort in = rewards out.
A London friend does something he just calls the Experience Club. He will do random things he has never done before and finds that others want to join him when he talks about it.
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"I'd be living in hornchurch and commuting in. 20mins on the train I'm told. I'm hoping to get a job in one of the big 4 consulting firms but tbh any consulting firm will do, it'll most likely be in central London! I'm never surprised when people talk about London, only just praise for the place,! "
Big4 consulting (is it your 1st job?) Or you are working and got new job, I worked in past they are not good in pay scale, but you could be different best of luck  |
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