While many of the tasks related to preparing for an international assignment take you out of your ordinary routine, some can be built into it. Here are four things you can do in one afternoon that might dramatically improve your relocation experience. Go to the dentist. Standards of dental care can vary widely around the […] Continue reading… from How One Afternoon Can Lead to Assignment Success
The United States is one of the few countries that taxes citizens on foreign income, even money earned abroad while living abroad. As an American expat, you will likely need to file taxes both in the United States and in your host country. This article is intended to give you a brief introduction to the […] Continue reading… from What American Expats Need to Know About Taxes on Foreign Income
Becoming a truly global company includes the effective development of global talent. Assignments should be viewed as cycles, starting with candidate selection and completing at the end of repatriation. As global markets constantly change, the skills people need to be successful must keep pace with the demand. Combining the efforts of HR, diversity, global talent […] Continue reading… from Global Mobility + Global Talent Development = Global Leadership + Global Success
Given all the stresses surrounding a relocation, what are some strategies to ease the strain on your relocating employees? 1. Encourage research Information has never been easier to access. Make sure to recommend a reliable and trusted source for their pre-departure review. Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are not considered trustworthy resources. 2. Provide a look-see […] Continue reading… from 7 Tips to Keep your Expats Happy!
If you are a relocating employee, then you have a lot of decisions to make. One of the most important is, “Where exactly do I want to live?” Local Bigwig, a group of experts in extended-stay furnished home rentals across the United States, understands the hassles and uncertainty that come with searching for a new […] Continue reading… from Deciding on a Neighborhood
What time is it in your part of the world? Did you change your clocks recently, or are you about to? If you live in the U.K., you have changed your clocks at 2am on Sunday, March 31. The rest of the European Union countries also make this change to Summer Time – as Daylight […] Continue reading… from Pardon me, do you have the time?
People everywhere seek refreshment and energy, often in a cup. Here are some ways to quench thirst and satisfy caffeine cravings, from around the globe. Coffee: In Kuwait is stronger and thicker than espresso, often flavored with cardamom, and usually served in small cups without handles. While sugar is offered, milk and cream are usually […] Continue reading… from What’s a cuppa around the world?
Living Abroad would like to thank our partners, AIRINC, ACS International Schools, Switchplace, International Auto Source, Cultural Awareness International, CORT Global Furniture Rental Network, and Fragomen, for sponsoring the Moose Passport at the Houston Totally Expat Show! Click here to watch the contest unfold. […] Continue reading… from Rick Roberts, Shamrock Mover Service, was the Moose Passport Winner in Houston!
February is here and Living Abroad is hitting the road! Major stop: energy capital of the world, Houston, Texas. We will exhibit and attend the 2nd Annual Forum for Expatriate Management’s Totally Expat Show held at the downtown Hyatt Regency on February 25. If you’re attending, please stop by the Living Abroad booth A9 for […] Continue reading… from Xavier Patrick (Xpat) Moose is coming to Houston!
