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Nguyen Huynh Nhu, an 18-year-old student, is one of many with an eye on the future. Before even boarding the plane to Australia, she invested two months of her time in barista training at The Lovely Cup O’ Coffee in Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Thanh District. This proactive step was taken in preparation for her hospitality course at Le Cordon Bleu, Australia. Nhu’s research revealed that being a barista in Australia offers a stable income and flexible work hours, ideal for students juggling studies and part-time work. But she also understood that it required more than just coffee-making skills. “It requires good communication skills, an understanding of customer needs, and the ability to work under pressure,” she shared with *Tuoi Tre News*. Australian customers, she learned, prioritize coffee quality and service, so she wanted to ensure she was thoroughly prepared. By getting trained beforehand, Nhu hoped to gain a better grasp of the coffee culture and boost her confidence in her job s...