Chapter #2
Work and survival
With the passing of the days, Umar realizes the importance of finding a job in Italy. The linguistic barrier looks like an insurmountable obstacle, but Umar is determined not to surrender. He finds herself sitting on a narrow bed in her temporary room, her smartphone in her hands. He knows that he has to do something, and the tool he holds in his hands is the key to opening the doors of the opportunity.
Umar begins to explore the potential of his smartphone to look for a job. After a short search on Google, he discovers a platform called ""Europass"" which allows him to create a professional curriculum directly from his device. He is enthusiastic about the idea of ββgiving shape to his experience and skills so that Italian employers can understand them.
The Europass app is easy to use, with predefined models and useful suggestions that guide it in the compilation of the curriculum sections. Umar inserts his personal information, education and work experience in Pakistan, the languages ββhe speaks and his skills. Although the language is still a barrier, he knows that a well -prepared curriculum is his professional identity card.
When he completed his curriculum, Umar exports him to PDF format directly from his smartphone. He knows that it is an important step in the right direction, but now he must find companies willing to consider his candidacy. This is where his smartphone demonstrates its invaluable value.
Umar begins to exploit Google Maps creatively. While looking for companies in his area, he uses the app to identify companies of companies and trace a path from his current temporary arrangement to the potential employers' offices. It is a virtual map of his dreams, a path that he hopes to travel early.
He chooses some companies that seem promising and starts sending his applications directly from his smartphone. He writes personalized presentation letters, explaining his situation and determination to work hard. It is a long and demanding process, but Umar does not be discouraged. His smartphone offers him a connection to the outside world and allows him to look for opportunities without having to move physically.
The days become weeks, and Umar continues to send nominations and improve his Italian. Despite the numerous negative answers, it does not give up. He has confidence in the power of his smartphone and in his determination to build a new life in Italy. His dream of finding a job that supports him and allows him to thrive keeps him standing, with his smartphone always at his side as a faithful ally in his search for opportunities.