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Tout m'intéresse. J'aime apprendre, échanger, partager. J'ai travaillé dans l'hôtellerie restauration, j'ai accompagné des entrepreneurs et dirigeants d'entreprises en communication, accueil.
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Costa Rica
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Hello! I’m Alagesan, a curious traveler and hands-on learner exploring communities through WorkAway. - I’m from India and I’m excited to contribute while soaking in local life. - Graduated as Engineer worked as Administratior and I bring a practical, can-do attitude to every project. - I’m comfortable with: daily tasks, gardening, light maintenance, cooking, language exchange, digital tasks, teaching/helping kids, crafts, or farm work—whatever helps your household run smoothly. - What I’m looking for: a welcoming host who values mutual learning, respectful intercultural exchange, and a shared sense of responsibility. - My strengths: reliability, problem-solving, clear communication, adaptability, and a positive, collaborative mindset. - I’m happy to contribute by practical tasks you’re willing to do, e.g., guest reception, meal prep, English practice, gardening, renovation help, admin support, digital tasks, crafts - Personal note: I value kindness, curiosity, and respect. I aim to leave a positive impact on my hosts and the communities I visit. - If you’d like to host me, I’d love to hear about your daily routines, house rules, and the local gems you think I should explore. I’m ready to contribute wholeheartedly and embrace the experience.
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Uganda
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I'm a farmer, my company works mostly in spring and summer, we grow onions and tomatoes and run around 100 hectars. We have 9 cats that are part of the family, and taking care of animals and protecting wildlife is ofcourse part of my life. I wish to spend my winter working abroad, see the world and meet new people. I love learning new languages and new professions, and am ready to do everything! I love being around people Helping other people and learning new skills fulfills me, meeting new cultures and seeing the world has always been my dream, so.. here I am!
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I live in the US in North Carolina. I want to go to Chile for 3 months and work on a farm stay and learn the language and hopefully some farming knowledge as well. Hope to move to Chile!
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Romania
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Hello!! I'm Marta, I am 18 years old, I have just finished high school and I would like to live a new experience before going to university. I'm still trying to figure out what kind of person I would like to be, but one thing I'm sure of is that I love travelling, doing new experiences and meeting people in the process! I've had the luck to travel a bit throughout the years with my family!! Last year I went to study abroad to Argentina and I loved the experience! I can be shy at first, but I am also a curious and open minded person and love to give a hand where needed. I really enjoy learning from other people even small day to day things. I am a creative and positive person
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Language(s) I would like to learn : Spanish
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