Afnan Zafar : Breaking Barriers

This guidebook is crafted for career coaches and talents seeking employment abroad. It speaks directly to talents, offering them a comprehensive guide and actionable steps for finding a job in a new country. The concept is designed so that coaches can first digest the teachings, simplify them, and then relay this knowledge to their clients. Ultimately, the target audience for this book is the talents themselves, who are exploring new opportunities in the global job market.

For those talents who embark on reading this book without the support of a coach or mentor, it serves as a personal coach. This book guides them through every step of finding employment in a new country, whether they have just arrived or are planning to move.

Whether you are a career coach looking for effective tools to support your clients or a talent navigating the challenges of the international job market, this book provides the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed.

Dr Afnan Zafar has expertise in development and internationalization, with a rich background in research and innovation. Holding a PhD in areas of product development and innovations from Finland, he plays a pivotal role at a notable Finnish startup, focusing on holistic innovation strategies across product and service development. His research addresses key issues like the internationalization of Finnish firms, the role of foreign workers, and digital integration in businesses, highlighting his dedication to innovation, sustainability, and societal challenges. An active contributor to public discourse, Dr. Zafar’s insights into Finland’s talent shortage and integration challenges have been published in respected journals and newspapers, establishing him as a distinguished author in innovation, integration, and employability.