22 Jun Changing World Makes HR, Global Mobility Critical in Staff Support

Posted at 23:25h in Corporate Culture & Training, Global Mobility, Work from Home, Work Life by Ray [social_share]

In the current health crisis, human resources managers and global mobility managers have become the frontliners in the corporate world. They are working around the clock to institute emergency communication procedures and policies. They are navigating reductions in the workforce and helping staff adjust to...

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15 Jun Relocation Guide: Who Shoulders Costs; Who does the Heavy Lifting

Posted at 21:39h in Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Relocating by Ray [social_share]

If your talent is thinking of moving to northern California, it’s common knowledge that some companies will usually shoulder some of relocation expenses. But there’s a difference lately. A lot more planning and preparation has come into play. Employees are spending more time educating themselves...

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11 Jun Study: Global Mobility is Set for Rebound and Better Prepared Normal

Posted at 00:17h in Business Travel, Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Job Prospects, Northern California, Steady Jobs, Work Life by Ray [social_share]

Part 2 of 2 Global mobility is set for a rebound. There will be a new normal, and in some cases, the industry will find an improved, more efficient and better prepared normal, according to a Crown World Mobility report. Global mobility is said to be...

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09 Jun Safecation: Assignees Extend Living Space Outdoors

Posted at 23:57h in Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Housing Tips, Northern California, Renovating, Smart Home & Cities by Ray [social_share]

If COVID-19 came early in the early 2000s, would you be able to survive on limited calls, limited texting and dial-up internet? This unimaginable scenario would probably have telecommunications companies and Silicon Valley tech giants scampering to innovate us hurriedly to 5g -- or not.  The...

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05 Jun The Tax Compliances Challenge for Employees Who are Moving and Not Moving

Posted at 23:46h in Corporate Culture & Training, Global Mobility, Recruitment, Taxation by Ray [social_share]

Global organizations are at a crossroads these days. Some of their employees can’t wait to go to work, others are content to stay at home or work remotely. They have adjusted well to this new normal by having their staff work online or in fewer...

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03 Jun Why Global Mobility, Recruiting Can’t Afford to Stand Still

Posted at 00:53h in Business Travel, Corporate Culture & Training, Expat, Global Mobility, Immigration, Job Prospects, Recruitment, Relocating by Ray [social_share]

Part 1 of 2 Imagine a new assignee, Mohit, moved to northern California and before he could even unpack, COVID-19 arrived to spoil his move. Worse, he signed a multi-year lease on his rental. Even if he moved alone, his loved ones would be stressed out...

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28 May How to Manage Zoom, Family, and Distractions in Current Crisis

Posted at 01:08h in Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Job Prospects, Return to Work, Work Life by Ray [social_share]

Working from home these days is a juggling act like no other. There’s our job, if you still have one. Then there’s work we do for our homes, if you mean how to stave off distractions -- from the plants that have suddenly gained attention,...

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25 May Good Insurance Plan Can Help Alleviate Worries of Expats Amid Current Crisis

Posted at 02:08h in Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Insurance by Ray [social_share]

Adapting to the new normal amid such a health crisis is challenging enough, but expats and relocated Americans in the United States are also aware of the challenges they face in a more devastating way -- how to navigate the pangs of separation and isolation...

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22 May Pandemic Gives Global Mobility Time to Address Costs, Develop Countermeasures

Posted at 01:54h in Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Global Mobility by Ray [social_share]

Many companies are being conservative in terms of hiring people in these challenging times. Global mobility has also taken a hit, but a PwC pulse survey of more than 350 companies in April indicated an optimistic outlook. It found that 44% intend to continue the...

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20 May Study: Diversity, Inclusion are Part of Some Office Policies, Just Not Set in Motion

Posted at 18:17h in Corporate Culture & Training, Diversity & Inclusion, Expat, Global Mobility by Ray [social_share]

When it comes to jobs and businesses, the COVID-19 lockdown is reportedly impacting women and ethnic minorities more than anyone else. It doesn’t help that minorities are also victims of discrimination. In April, Techcrunch reported that unemployment was up by 15.5% among women, 2.5% higher...

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