Impact of Culture Shock
Culture shock, a natural state of psychological and physical disorientation that can occur when living and working in a new culture, can have a huge impact on international business if not recognised...
View ArticleRelocation Training for International Assignees: Why is it so important?
In this era of increasing globalisation, transnational corporations and cross-cultural mergers and acquisitions, a growing number of people are sent on international assignments around the world. As...
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Cross Cultural Training for Relocation
Cross cultural training is extremely important for employees being relocated to another country. Intercultural training programmes for relocation provide the cultural preparation and strategies without...
View ArticleInternational Assignments – Understanding the Impact of Reverse Culture Shock
‘Culture shock’ is a widely tackled issue in cross cultural and intercultural training programs as it can have a huge impact on the international business community. In its broadest sense most people...
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What is the most challenging destination for an international assignment?
China and India are often regarded as two of the most challenging destinations for international assignments. However, there are difficulties awaiting every expatriate, regardless of their destination....
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Living in the UK – Is this the end of the ‘Home Sweet Home?’
The latest Mercer Quality of Living City Ranking was published recently and it contains a major surprise: the only United Kingdom city in the top 50 is London, far behind other European countries like...
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Understanding the World of ‘Third Culture Kids’
What do Yoko Ono, Carlos Fuente and Barack Obama all have in common? A shared cultural identity based on similar upbringings: they are Third Culture Kids. Third Culture Kids spend their developmental...
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Living and Working Abroad – The Expatriate Experience
Recent research by Mercer, quoted in an article by the Financial Times, suggests the number of expatriates around the world has increased by 4% since 2009 despite the economic downturn and the many...
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The Intercultural Challenges of Expatriations: A Look at the Difficulties...
A recent article in the New York Times highlighted how expatriations can be hindered by how well partners integrate to the new culture. As the number of expatriates around the world increases, the...
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Deputy Prime Minister’s Bid to Gain New Business with Turkey
Radio 5 Live’s ‘On the Money’ recently brought to our attention Turkey’s attractive position as an emerging market and potential trade partner for the UK. Last week Nick Clegg lead a trade delegation...
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