I share about life abroad, about taking care of physical and mental health and being a full-time content creator running their own (1 month old) agency
How to Start in Estonia from Zero?
When I first arrived in Estonia in 2014, it was a complete reset of my life.
I knew no one.
I had no friends.
No acquaintances.
So I turned to YouTube, and there I tried to look for any information on what I could I expect when I arrived there.
Sadly, there was hardly any. Some videos here and there, but nothing to reassure me. Nothing really spoke to me.
It was a complete reset. I started learning everything from scratch. And made tonnes of mistakes.
-I paid 300 euros for a crappy 12-bunk hostel room when I could have gotten it at quarter the price.
-I labeled Estonians as cold and unwelcoming when I could have just used their coldness to make friends with them (yep, I call it the 10% rule)
-I got rejected repeatedly when I was looking for a rental apartment when I could have just used my friend's help.
-I complained about Estonia being so so expensive when I could have focused on my earnings and utilized all the benefits that Estonia provides to earn more money.
I can go on and on.
I often joke that I was a fish in water who learned to walk on land.
But eventually, I realized that I wasn't the only one with the problems. So I turned to YouTube and started sharing videos there.
For the last three years, I have covered all aspects of life in Estonia (from accommodation to finding work, to learning Estonian and even to make friends when you are a complete introvert.
Yep. All is there.
100s of hours of content, all that you might need.
More than 150+ videos.
It is what I wish I had when I first arrived.
But you might be someone who doesn't have the time to go through all that content and wants specific and simple advice tailored to you.
This is where I launched my life in Estonia online course.
4 weeks where we discuss all the things you need to know to thrive in Estonia and don't make mistakes that cost you money, relationships, and peace of mind. (because I have done them all)
So If you are considering joining the course, this is the final week. Registrations for the first cohort close on the 3rd of February 2024
If you want to register then just reply to this email, and I will share a payment method and book your spot.
Take care and how a great start to your week.
/Manan
writing from Taltech in Tallinn, Estonia
P.S Pasting course details here below again:
Week 0: I will have half an hour individual call with each participant to understand their needs.
Week 1: Everything about Work and Business: How to excel at your job? When to switch? Why should you start a side-hustle in Estonia? Taxes and best ways to save money.
Week 2: Everything about health and well-being: How to deal with dark winters? What are some Estonian Habits you absolutely need to adopt? Why sauna is more important than you think? How to take care of your mental health and fitness and why?
Week 3: Everything about people: How to create a social circle when you don't know anyone? What are some traps foreigners fall into when they get to Estonia? Why are Estonians cold and distant in the beginning and how to break ice and make friends? What are some dating do's and don'ts you need to be aware of
This course is for people who are newly arrived in Estonia or who are planning to arrive in Estonia soon. This course will help you most if you plan to live long-term in Estonia for at least 5+ years.
The course is limited to 5 seats, given on first come and first serve.
Tentative Time is Sunday 1900 EEST
Price is 397 Euros.
Manan Anwar
I share about life abroad, about taking care of physical and mental health and being a full-time content creator running their own (1 month old) agency
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