Author: Cathy Heyne

Living Abroad has received the WBE designation from the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Darien, CT – May 4, 2021 – Living Abroad, the go-to source for destination information and tools for global mobility managers and corporate travel programs, announced today that it has been designated a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise, or WBE, by the […] Continue reading… from Living Abroad Obtains Prestigious Woman-Owned Business Designation

Today a colleague sent around a “breaking news report” from the New York Times:  European countries may allow American tourists to visit this summer if they show proof of being fully vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus.  This was incredibly encouraging since global business travel has begun intra-EU and international assignments can’t be too far behind. According to […] Continue reading… from One can dream

A natural progression of working from home has been more screen time with our global colleagues. We gain many benefits from interacting with cross-cultural virtual teams. Companies taking advantage of talent around the globe form heterogeneous teams with varying perspectives. When managed well, these differences inject creativity and innovation into even the most complex problems. […] Continue reading… from The Rise of Virtual Cultural Awareness

Here in the U.S., recent political events in the midst of a pandemic have us consuming ever more information on our screens.  It has made us all hungry for good information.  By good information, I mean information that is well-researched, fact-based, and clearly written. Good information in business improves decision making, enhances efficiency and provides an advantage to […] Continue reading… from Why is good information more important than ever?

What should you not do in Cameroon?   In Cameroon, which statement is NOT true? a. Business cards should be printed in English and French. b. Cameroon politics is always a welcome conversation starter. c. Taxis drivers are not to be tipped. d. Always greet the oldest or most important person first. Click here for the […] Continue reading… from What should you not do in Cameroon?

With 2020 now behind us, I asked some esteemed members of the global mobility community what they wish for our industry in 2021. Here’s what they had to say: Lynn Shotwell, GMS, SHRM-SCP, Worldwide ERC® President & CEO I see two silver linings in the pandemic for the mobility community: It raised the profile of […] Continue reading… from What do you wish for our industry?

Though this year may have been difficult, the best part was staying in touch with our industry friends. We wish you and your loved ones happiness and good health throughout the holiday season and in the new year. To receive your holiday greeting, please click on the photo below and don’t forget to turn up […] Continue reading… from ‘Tis the season to be grateful…

As 2020 comes to a close, it will be quite a year to remember.  It’s time to focus on ourselves and self-renew to build our strength for the coming year.  There is a Stephen Covey habit from his book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” which is habit #7 on self-renewal called “Sharpen the […] Continue reading… from Yes, you can!

Ukrainians do not generally celebrate their birthdays. Instead they celebrate: a.  Name Day:  The feast day of the saint for whom the individual is named. b.  Town Day:  The founding date of the town where the individual was born. c.  Ancestor Day:  A new baby is given the ‘birthday’ of a recently deceased ancestor. d.  Family Day:  The wedding […] Continue reading… from Celebrating in a different way