‘People are more open’: Briton living in the United States describes ups and downs of moving across the pond
Adam currently works as a dating coach in the United States
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The number of Britons seeking a new life in the United States averages around 20,000 year on year.
Most undertake the challenge of moving abroad in search of new professional opportunities and an improved quality of life.
As a dating coach living in Austin, Texas, there were certain things Adam Lyons came to learn quickly.
The founder of Ask The Dating Coach told GB News: “In the US people are more open, less cynical, more positive and supportive, they lend themselves to wanting you to succeed.”
Adam was quick to spot differences in the British and American way of life
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Aside from stark differences in the demeanour of the American population, Adam was also quick to comment on its size.
“The US is significantly larger meaning more customers, audiences and a wider dichotomy,” he pointed out.
Touching on the rapport between the British and Americans, the dating coach noticed a tendency among US nationals to presume Britons are smart.
“English people are often viewed as being intelligent and interesting to talk to,” Adam explained.
Research conducted by Rutgers scientists last year confirmed this after finding that Americans agree that Britons sound informed.
Although this may come as good news, it appears not everyone in the US approves of the British and their culture.
“There are certain types of Americans who don’t want to listen to English people and don’t like them,” Adam admitted.
“People are looking for a quick buck,” he added, referring to a former colleague who dishonoured one of their financial agreements.
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Approximately 20,000 Britons move to the States every year
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Public transport - or lack thereof - may also become a source of irritation for Britons arriving from major cities like London.
“Public transport is not really a thing,” Adam pointed out. “You have to have a car and drive."
These inadequacies were also reflected in the quality of the food, which according to the expat, did not meet the standards he was used to back at home.
“Food in the US is not as good quality as the UK,” he said simply.