So, a dream has come true, and you now bear the proud title of a US citizen or guest legally. You are already accustomed to heavy traffic, to the variety of goods in stores and to the constant smile and politeness of Americans. The neighbors in the apartment or hostel have already told you where you should not go alone in the evening and that you should not neglect the rules of behavior in American society. The euphoria has passed, and you are faced with the difficult task of surviving alone in a foreign country.
Instructions
Step 1
If you are a student, then study the traditions and rules of the educational institution. For example, if a certain form of clothing is recommended, you should not go into conflict and walk in beach shorts, no matter how much you want to be known as a real informal person.
Step 2
Choose carefully the subjects to be studied during the semester. If, for example, you plan to continue your studies at the university after college, choose those subjects that will be useful in the future, and not the easiest ones, such as "fitness and proper nutrition."
Step 3
Do not sit on the sidelines, actively participate in the life of the school or university. Remember - Americans pay a lot of attention to sports. Show yourself, at the same time and learn new things - it is always beneficial.
Step 4
Don't be afraid to communicate, Americans love it. Be open and share your feelings, fears and concerns. Don't think that all Russians in the US are mistaken for "KGB agents." These times are long gone. Now US residents are open and ready for dialogue.
Step 5
If you come to the United States to work, be prepared to give all your 200% - this is the norm here. Money is not easy for anyone, there is a lot of competition, and it is very difficult to find a really good job. The American dream in reality is an opportunity to spend at your own pleasure the money that was given with great difficulty.
Step 6
You should not complain and try to cry to bosses in a waistcoat, in America this is not at all welcomed. This is a land of opportunity. If you can't - step back, don't get to work.
Step 7
If you work without an employment contract, be prepared to be cheated. In this case, you may simply be underpaid or not paid at all.
Step 8
Try to save more - this way you can save money for a rainy day or for the future. For example, you can save a lot on travel by buying a travel card for a month. Cook and eat at home, although this is unpopular with Americans. So you will only spend about $ 150 on food.
Step 9
Check out sales at major stores. Prices for things and clothes in the United States are so much lower than domestic prices, and even less during sales weeks.
Step 10
Monitor your own health carefully. A visit to the doctor will cost a round sum, insurance - even more expensive. If possible, take small things like adhesive plaster with you from Russia. In the United States, such things are much more expensive.
