AfroKing

Yes, i'm presently working for a sign company. Someone left at my wife's firm and i took his place. It's not the type of work or career line i want but it's something i manage. It brings me first hand experience on the cultural differences from where i was raised, office politics, acceptable work ethics in the United States and all that. I've had couple of interviews but nothing substantial yet. I have used this time to take only I.T classes in my desired work field and hopefully, this boosts my CV eventually.

Oh , awesome!! Look like you have your act together. I'm curious, what's your field of work pls?(I don't mean to be nosy)

Thanks so much. My recent experience showed me social networking might be one of the profound ways to getting a great job in the United States. i'm working on joining more local, church groups.

This is golden, thanks. I attended a Chess game hub competition over the weekend through searching through my State's events and it was nice.

I have a Bachelor's degree in Agronomy (Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences and a Masters Degree in Genetics. The thing is, i followed and built a career in Entertainment as a content Manager/writer for a Media and live broadcast firm with more than 12 years experience but i also consult for private small scale business, which i consider my side hustle. I tried applying at a signage firm here as a have proficient graphics skills but no degree to back it up.

Oh My bad, i didn't state all the in-between information. When my wife came visiting a a point, she went to our family Doctor in my country. So they have the records. I just had her medical records in the United States and in my country with the past prescription she got and the recent one. These are what i carried on me. I was asked and i explained and there was no hassle whatsoever. I was also told at POE 10-15 inhalers(with appropriate prescription) is like just 6 months supply, so no big deal and YES, you are allowed to carry meds (with all the right documents on behalf of others as long as they are immediate relations.

1. I came into the United States end of last year, (Dec 29th) and was hoping my SSN card will be delivered within the shortest time frame. Its been more than four weeks and its not been delivered. I got tracking from USPS on my green card to be delivered today. I thought the SSN card should or usually arrives faster than the GC. Is it the right frame of time to approach an SSN office and apply physically since its going to be 5 weeks by next week? I don't want to appear overzealous ..............( Just so you know, i opt to have the SSN sent in my DS260) 2. What is the best way to find a lucrative job? I have a Master's Degree but the jobs I've scouted so far are offering low pay,even lower than some of their workers with no Educational qualifications or as much work experience as me, which makes me think i might not be doing something right. Maybe there's a smarter way asides Linkedin, i hate to be idle. 3. lastly, the cultural change is not that shocking but its a bit. Folks who immigrated, how did you cope when you first moved here? I would like to learn on the things,activities i can do to meet people, make new friends,network. Thanks

UPDATE: I came in with 15 bottles of inhalers and some other meds and medicated creams for personal use and there was no hazzle whatsoever.

Thanks to V.J for being an amazing community!! I had my interview and got visa in hand two days after. Now, i'm prepping for my trip to the U.S, and want some insights on the following 1. I will like to bring with me a couple of inhalers (Ventolene) for my Spouse, maybe five but i'm wondering if 10 would be an overkill. It's cheaper down here than in the United States, so i'm of the thoughts if i will be allowed to bring them since i'm not the one with the condition. More-so, does it require a medical prescription? 2. I want to go on several road trips as soon as possible when i move to the States. What's the fastest way possible to get a driver licence? I will like to get one within a month of entrance , is that feasible ? Thanks