Gregory

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

-Up for anything
-On a journey to find purpose

Description

Latest: I'm heading for South East Asia December 2022 to stay a month or maybe more! Currently I am working outside Zurich for a lovely couple. I'm looking for a long term (month plus) place to spend from January onward and potentially a short term stay for the interim period Nov 20-Dec 15.

I grew up New England in the US, which is still technically my home, although I can't really call it home since I plan to mostly live on the road traveling or studying! My goal with Work Away is to experience many different cultures and gain experience and skills.

Despite only traveling for a few months I've come to learn that, there is more than one way to live and be successful. Shortly after leaving home the novelty of traveling for the sake of it wore off and I have realized I want to experience something more productive.

My plan is volunteer in a variety of fields while perhaps in Southeast Asia and elsewhere, to garner a deeper connection to the places I am visiting rather than just being a tourist passing by. Then, starting in a few months I will take some classes online if I do further my education.

I hope to work with you soon!
If you would like to know anything else about me don't hesitate to ask!
Fully vaccinated (three doses)

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
Always keen to practice my French - and happy to help with your English too of course! Although improving my French is my primary focus, I am also open to trying to learn other languages.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Languages

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Animal Care

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Able to teach about:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

General Maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

More details about your skills

I am/have:
-Capable of working alone or taking direction
-Self motivated (and financed)
-Excellent listener.
-Hard working
-Phenomenal work ethic with a can-do attitude
-Always have a smile on my face
-Eager to learn

I ran my own handyman/landscaper business for the past three summers which along with home renovation has given me the opportunity to practice the following:

-I have knowledge in wood work, concrete jobs, basic constructional design, scaffolding, painting, landscaping/gardening, fencing, carpentry.
- Experienced with most power tools
- Very good with animals
- Familiar with working on farms/forest
- Worked in the tourist sector (guide)
- Basic sailing knowledge
- Carpenter skills
- Physically very fit/ able to do hard labor
-Basic plumbing/electrical skills

I have practice driving motorbikes, ATV (Quad), tractors, and snowmobiles.

Age

19

What else ...

I know WorkAway is a way for many people to save money or extend their travels, which is definitely a bonus to me but not the priority. My main goal, however, is experiences and friendships! I hope to make a local connection and leave my mark everywhere I visit.

So if we work together, I hope we can make real friendships and learn from each other, more than just a job!

I am eager to have new experiences and learn about local culture and cuisine.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Not to my knowledge

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  Special dietary requirements
  No