What are the most common mistakes newbies make when seizing opportunities in New York?

Moving here and not using public transportation is going to be expensive. It's a game changer, and it's also how you're going to meet people. You'll gain a new perspective on the city in a way you can't if you’re driving or taking cabs.

Expert tip: don't spend so much time trying to navigate the subway maps. It’s going to be a learning curve, but you need to learn to be patient.

New York is a big city, but it's also a small world. You never know who you'll meet or where. It happened to me a few times. I met a mentor at a party, and he helped me secure my dream job. It's true what they say, it's all about who you know.

True. You'll regret not trying to see the city even when you're busy. It's the only way to truly understand New York culture and meet people you wouldn't normally meet. It's also how you can figure out if you actually like or dislike a neighborhood.

Bartending is a great part-time job for a lot of people, but not everyone. It's a unique job to have in a big city like this, and you'll meet a lot of people doing this. The money is good, but it's not enough to live on in the long term. It's just that you have to be smart about how you're going to be able to do this job long-term.

That's the dream: You move to NY and become a famous bartender. Thanks, but no thanks. Also, don’t forget about the importance of taking care of your mental health. It can be stressful living in a city like this. I think it's really why a lot of people who live in places like New York are relocating to places like the suburbs.

The biggest mistake is not understanding the cost of living. The rent is crazy and you need to budget not only for your rent but also for transportation, food, and unexpected expenses. No one tells you that your 'hot' new apartment is going to be a box with no space for anything and no light, but it's the reality you'll have to live in.