Implications of a Gap Year

Hey guys,

I'll be graduating in May 2016 and I have a lot of decisions to make in the near future with a degree in Finance. One thing that's always intrigued me is teaching English in Far East countries like China, Korea, or Japan.

I guess my question is, what are the implications of taking a gap year to teach abroad, in terms of how recruiters view you? Would it be seen as more of a con because you've wasted a year that could have been spent in the field, does it have any effect at all, or could it be somehow viewed as a strength (god willing)?

Any and all insight is greatly appreciated!

Cheers,
Andrew

 

.... so why do you want to teach English in a country that views you as a bit of a joke.... for horrendously low pay...?

Currently: future neurologist, current psychotherapist Previously: investor relations (top consulting firm), M&A consulting (Big 4), M&A banking (MM)
 

Honestly its not about the pay or what they view me as, its more of a bucket list thing to immerse myself in a different culture for an extended period and experience something far outside of my comfort zone.

The question still remains unanswered though..

 
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