Originally Posted by
Andy2
First, thanks for all the great info I've been reading in the forum -- lots to learn & many viewpoints. I'd like to ask for any thoughts on my situation:
Quick introduction, I'm 53 yo Caucasian, pretty average, 6', 190 lbs, am healthcare tech exec & Web wiz (kinda like Cheese wiz for those who know it). I'm a geekie-guy. Unfortunately hot guys intimidate me so wandering up to guys to meet them isn't real easy for me to do. I like the Thai system which seems a bit more structured & lower chance of rejection. Don't mind paying. Hobbies: Like gym, meals with friends, lots of sex, computers & tech, cats, dogs, walking around.
I want to move internationally. So far recruiter found one job in Saudi Arabia (where they stone gay people to death, a disadvantage) and one in Bangkok in Medical Tourism Industry (I have much experience here) but she warns it will take a long time to triumph over the bureaucracy. Am in no rush. My boggle:
1. Do I need to learn to speak Thai? I'd learn a bit anyway, but do I have to really get it down? The job does not require it and I'd be living in Bangkok.
2. I know everyone asks you guys this and sorry to be one more, but I'm trying to figure out how to approach salary. Does anyone have a rough idea of what I'd need to be paid annually in Thailand to have about the same lifestyle as earning $150,000-$200,000 US annually? I am not a lavish kinda guy; not a lot of travel, no vacations, no boat, no expensive furniture nor art, jewelry. Rent here $3,500/mo but it's beachfront. I wear shorts & T shirt every day, have pretty basic apartment, no drugs, no expensive wines (I told you I was a nerd -- boring too!). Have expensive computers & electronics but not mega-expensive. No debt. I think my costs probably average out to normal for this salary bracket, but in different categories. Any thoughts? Thanks a lot for any ideas. I appreciate it.