Hehe PiP, so then it is on personality
James~ I'm sorry buddy, you don't know what you are talking about. If an older guy with a few thousand hours is looking at coming to Maun then it is generally a lifestyle choice.
Most companies would welcome him aboard if he fits the mold as they generally aren't in a hurry to leave to the big shiny jet.
I don't know why you keep arguing that you were well liked when people who are in country that knew you, or knew of you, are telling you that you don't know jack.
You have had your time in Africa. It wasn't for you.
I suggest that if you don't have any constructive advice to give in helping people get that elusive first job, that you then leave this forum.
@Magicmick, I wouldn't put too much faith in what Sue Smart had to say on a TV show, or the wilderness lady... memory failing me... Penelope?
A lot of that was for the cameras.