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My name is Jamie, and I am 18 years old. I live in France, near Paris, and have an English mother and French father. The main reason why I decided to go on a gap year and join workaway is because I want to explore the world and discover what life has to offer. I don't want to live my life in an office and not experience other cultures and peoples. I'm truly happy when I'm learning or experiencing something new, when I'm outside and being active, when I'm meeting interesting people. I'm happy when I feel like I'm LIVING. I am very open to anything, I have a positive mindset on life, and I love a challenge. My hobbies include football, running, cycling, reading, and music.
Interests
DIY & craftsYoga / WellnessTeam sportsSelf developmentNatureOutdoor activitiesPhotographyMusicMountainLanguagesFitnessHikingHistoryEvents & socialCyclingCultureBooksCampingCharity workCooking & food
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: IntermediateMore details about my language interests
I am very willing to learn a new language. Speaking French fluently, I'd like to make use of my latin roots and learn italian or spanish. I'd also like to refine my German to become a confident speaker. I can also teach English and French, although that is not my preferred work to do.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Eco Projects
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
Helping around the house
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Languages
More details about your skills
In terms of hard skills, I am fairly proficient in technical areas, such as plumbing, electrics, welding, or DIY. I am no expert, but I am very willing to apply my know-how and learn more. Any kind of hands-on work is welcome, and I consider myself a strong and fit individual, which may come in handy as well.
For soft skills, I speak English and French fluently. I am good at public speaking and communication. I am proactive, hard-working and am a competent leader.
Age
19
What else ...
For the first half of my gap year, I went to Zimbabwe for a programme called Quest Africa. It was a 5 month course with the aim of becoming a well-rounded and competent individual. It focused on character development, adventure, and learning life skills. With that under my belt I consider myself a very open and capable young man, and will have lots of stories to talk about. I also love ball sports, card and board games, or even talking about psychology and life. Finally, I am training for a half Iron Man (a triathlon event), so I will be waking up fairly early to train for that.
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We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your help in our projects.
You are still very young and yet you have an impressive amount of skills and knowledge in many areas.
It was also wonderful for us how you always see the positive side of life. You are interested in everything, you like to ask questions and, above all, you listen… read more
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Feedback
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your help in our projects.
You are still very young and yet you have an impressive amount of skills and knowledge in many areas.
It was also wonderful for us how you always see the positive side of life. You are interested in everything, you like to ask questions and, above all, you listen… read more
