Looking for employment in Costa Rica ( lived here for 17 years)What type of job are you looking for? I am looking for a job in customer service, tourism, hospitality, or to get involved in a new business venture. I am presently working as a freelance writer and translator and would be interested in these positions also. What nationality are you? I am French What languages do you speak (and at what level)? English and French, 100% spoken, written and read Spanish, 90% spoken, written and read What country or area are you looking to work in and why? I live in Costa Rica therefore I am looking for a job in this country. What countries have you worked in? France, England, Turkey, Colombia What countries do you have a visa to work in? Europe and Costa Rica What field do you currently work in? I am a freelance translator and writer. What fields have you worked in before? I have worked as a teacher, in tourism, in customer service, I run my own businesses, I am a writer and a translator What qualifications do you hold? Bachelor in French and English language and literature, arts, maths Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? A mixture of both, experience and wisdom are essential Describe the benefits of working with others You can only learn and improve yourself if you work with others. It is also much more pleasant than working alone; I work alone when I write of course but I like to interact and work with people also. I am a very social person. Describe the benefits of working alone You may concentrate more and dedicate more time to what you really like to do What was your worst working experience? There were a few, working with difficult people being always the main reason. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? Always admit when you are wrong, when you have made a mistake and when you don't know something What unique skills do you have? I am an excellent communicator What would you consider as your 'dream job'? A job that allows me to use my skills as a writer, use my creativity while interacting with people. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? Writing about interesting subjects, meeting people with similar interests What are the least interesting aspects of your field? Having to write about subjects that do not interest me, if working in call center, spending too much time on the phone talking about the same thing for too much time. Having to sit down for too long. What do I seek in a dream job? I would like to feel satisfied with my achievement at the end of each day, with the knowledge that I have satisfied my superiors and/or clients, while I was able to use my skills. I am also of course looking for a position that will give me a good decent salary and security. How can potential employers contact you? By email preferably, or by phone: (506) 83636015 | 
