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4th of july kidsHappy 4th of July, everyone! This is the third time I’m in the USA for their Independence Day celebrations, and to be honest, I’m a bit underwhelmed this year.
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Bridging the Gap

bridge the gap_As a result of my recent repatriation survey, two main factors topped the list of challenges: lack of support provided by the company and family concerns. Here are 7  tips how to face the first challenge.
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Managing your repatriation

btlyw_logo_notextLast month, I’ve asked you to help me find out about your repatriation practices and concerns. So far, I have 21 responses, and am now happy to share some of the findings and your (anonymous) comments. Continue Reading »

Expat Early Returnees – Please Help!

Have you and your family ever returned home early from an international assignment? Do you know someone else who has?

Dr. Nina Cole, an Associate Professor from Ryerson University in Toronto is inviting early returnees to participate in her study of early returns from home from the perspective of the families involved. This information is critical in order to help reduce the often-painful circumstances behind early returns through better pre-assignment preparation. Please visit http://ninacole.net before June 30, 2010 and click on ‘Expat Questionnaire’ (short, anonymous and confidential).

Questions can be directed to Dr. Cole at n2cole@ryerson.ca. Your participation would be very much appreciated.

Repatriation dilemma

sneakers_One of the respondents to my repatriation survey described a discrepancy between feeling internally free in their home country where there’s little financial or personal security, and feeling internally at un-ease in a safe society with opportunities for personal growth. Here’s what I shared with them: Continue Reading »

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