My Southeast Asia Ventures: I had job offers in a few countries, but chose to work in Surabaya. Here's why

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In this instalment, Mr Roy Jr Gan, 35, recounts his decision to take up a job in Surabaya nine years ago, after graduating in the United States. The city’s proximity to Singapore, and his employer’s interest in his professional development, convinced him to make the move.

I arrived at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009 to study chemical engineering and fell in love with the place — the food, the culture, the weather...Most chemical engineers would find work in petrochemicals, which I had little interest in; instead in 2010, I applied for internships at various food and pharmaceutical companies in Singapore and the region.

Earlier that year, he had convinced management to extend an offer to me. At the time, I had offers from Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and the US. Fortunately, the person hiring me in Surabaya convinced me that my professional development wouldn’t be a problem as I would apprentice directly under my mentor.

My would-be father-in-law gave me his blessing — to the dismay of a tearful mother and daughter. I am grateful for the sacrifices that my wife made to support me in my move. However, in East Java, respect is earned by how well you can put yourself in another’s shoes, how to masterfully disagree without giving offence, and your wisdom in conflict resolution.

 

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