Companies with global operations and business travelers are finding new ways to deal with the potentially negative impact of the pandemic. With the rise of remote work, international business trips have been replaced with conference calls and video conferencing technology. However, technology can’t replace all global business. Functions like equipment installation, quality control on a […] Continue reading… from How to make the best of a situation
We can safely say that business during the last six months has predominately taken place over video. Communicating by video conference has become second nature for many of us, as it is now part of a daily routine and plays an increasing role in our lives. Especially with geographically dispersed teams, video conferences help to […] Continue reading… from 6 tips for video conferencing etiquette
In Brunei, which is known for the use of honorifics and titles, one should refer to Dr. David Smith as? a. Dr. Smith b. The Honorable Dr. Smith c. David Smith, the Righteous Doctor of Medicine. d. Dr. David Click here for the answer! […] Continue reading… from How do you address a doctor in Brunei?
If you have participated in any remote global mobility seminars over the past few months, you have heard corporate mobility professionals discussing the need for policy changes for assignees due to the COVID pandemic. Alternatives to long-term assignments such as short-term stays, one-way transfers, and commuter assignments are gaining attention and have been on the […] Continue reading… from The rise of the commuters
Any life transition brings fear of the unknown, and moving ranks high among major life events. The emotional impact of moving home, whether domestically or abroad, is one of the most stressful situations we can experience. Some find the transition after relocating easier than others. Here are some steps you can take toward emotional well-being […] Continue reading… from The Art of Moving
As borders start to open, assignments that were on hold will start to move forward. No matter how much someone prepares to move internationally, there are always surprises along the way. Here are a few common concerns you can address before your assignee moves abroad: It seems more expensive. The COLA or cost of living […] Continue reading… from What every assignee wants to know
While the pandemic has pushed telecommuting and online interaction to all-time highs, another unfortunate Internet activity has also been on the rise: cybercrime. Criminals exploit COVID-19 fears and our new online reliance with schemes that range from spreading misinformation about the virus to creating e-commerce links to protective gear that capture a victim’s personal information. […] Continue reading… from Attack of the Zombies
The handshake is a common worldwide greeting, but will we continue to shake hands after the quarantine ends? With most people using gloves and a mask, the germ transferring ritual of a handshake has disappeared despite the cultural significance. “The handshake wasn’t born out of courtesy or goodwill, but fear,” said Pamela Eyring, president of […] Continue reading… from Hand grasping no more
I bet we’re all tired of the depressing news reports all day long. As the news is currently reported, it’s easy to feel that 90 percent of the world is a disaster and reporters are working to prove this. We usually don’t hear about the millions of successes, only the one failure a million times. Our mental […] Continue reading… from Gimme some good news
