Category Archives: Life in London

Two Americans living abroad, a chronicle about life in London.

Employed!

Good news! I’ve verbally accepted an offer from MRM Worldwide, the #8 largest digital/interactive firm in the UK (2006). I’ll be working on the Intel account from their London office located in Southwark (right by Borough Market and London Bridge). … Continue reading

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Working as of Nov. 1

While I haven’t signed on the line with any firm yet, it’s safe to say that I will be employed (and happily so) as of Nov. 1. Yay! Two Incomes here we come.

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Physalis…the Fruit

15063 While in Germany, G and I ordered a desert that was topped with an odd looking fruit. I recognized them from the market’s produce section in London, but had never purchased them–not knowing what they were or what to … Continue reading

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Dissertation Client Enters Fray

The Latest. The standing offer has been reviewed and revised up! And my dissertation client’s managing director (a separate firm) contacted me late last week to ask if I would join him for a drink to “discuss his plans for … Continue reading

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Excited…

So, my little readjustment worked! I’m way more excited about the job search now. No job could win when compared against vacation and travel. The comparison to other positions is a bit more fair. With this in mind, I interviewed … Continue reading

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The Job Front

So…as I last left it, I had been offered an attractive full time permanent position with a reputable London firm with a very measured approach. But, I hadn’t yet decided how to proceed. Over the holiday, I had to give … Continue reading

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News on the Job Front

I had a 3 hour, second interview with a firm on Monday–it was a great day. I really like the team, their offices and they made a great offer today. But, I’m leaning toward not accepting because something in my … Continue reading

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