Diversity, equity, and inclusion have become increasingly important topics in our industry. They are important to corporations that want to make a safe, supportive workplace available to all employees, while ensuring that they attract and retain talent from a diverse population. And they’re important to individuals who look for an inclusive professional experience, opportunities for […] Continue reading… from Including Diversity in Your 2021 Plans
We have all been experiencing some momentous events lately: Brexit, the U.S. election, and of course the ongoing pandemic and its effects around the globe. At times like these, it’s more important than ever that Living Abroad delivers the most useful, current information to you and your employees. Sometimes that means the sweeping changes that […] Continue reading… from Sometimes it’s the little things
‘Twas the night before Year End and all through the land Applause for the New Year: “Let’s give it a hand!” “We’re done with 2020. We’re rife with fatigue.” And yet. We all stepped up, performed out of our league. We dealt with shutdowns, in place for everyone’s sake As the world struggled through the […] Continue reading… from The Night before New Year
How many hours a day do you spend looking down at paperwork, or into a screen? Optometrists recommend a 20-20-20 rule to ease eye strain: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Stretches and exercises are helpful to relieve neck, shoulder, hand, and back fatigue. Taking a brisk walk can […] Continue reading… from Thing are looking up!
Even with global mobility hampered by the pandemic, there is a new and different kind of movement going on. Residents of certain cities are moving to more spacious communities nearby — some temporarily, some permanently. At the same time, specific towns and small cities are attracting newcomers who appreciate factors like low cost of living, […] Continue reading… from Moving to a zoom town?
Who among us feels like an old pro at virtual meetings by now? Who also feels a bit fatigued by virtual meetings? Given that online gatherings remove the physical cues and subtleties we typically register in person, we sometimes can miss out on the entire message being delivered. We lack the full complement of office […] Continue reading… from Making screen meetings accessible
This week’s newsletter is a bit of a departure. Instead of our usual articles covering a wide range of relocation topics, this is a letter of gratitude. Full credit to Brian Keating from Dwellworks, who inspired me by stating so well recently on an ERC webinar that he was grateful to be a part of […] Continue reading… from Gratitude to an Industry
Hurricane season is upon North America. The Atlantic season runs from June 1 to November 30, peaking from mid-August to late October. The Eastern Pacific season runs from May 15 to November 30. The Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico are very active this time of year. In fact, 2020 has already broken […] Continue reading… from Are you ready?
Have you or someone you know been separated from an elderly loved one during the pandemic? Maybe your situation is as simple as not being able to visit a parent or grandparent because of their age or risk factors, or because you live in a hot spot and can’t risk traveling to them. Perhaps an […] Continue reading… from Caring for Elders During the Pandemic
