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09 Oct Attempting to Adjust and Find Work-life Balance in a Remote World

Posted at 20:56h in Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Northern California, Relocating, Work from Home, Work Life by Dennis

Part 2 of 2 While the previous piece, “Drawing the Line Between Personal and Professional in Remote Work,” called for an analysis of this weighty issue, it has to be noted that many companies have already instituted remote work before the Covid-19 pandemic struck the business...

28 Aug Paradox? Job that Offers Move But Move to Do Remote Work

Posted at 01:14h in Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, COVID-19, Global Mobility, Northern California, Relocating by Dennis

Human resource and global mobility managers are aware that more thought is required when hiring talents from another city or country, with family members and dependents in tow, especially in the current health crisis. So what are the steps that global mobility managers have to...

20 Aug Tech Conscious, But Not the Same as Doing: Companies Still Wary about Implementing Automation Amid Crisis

Posted at 15:44h in Automation, Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Relocating, Work Life by Dennis

Global mobility managers have been quick to acknowledge technology’s role in the improvement and streamlining of tedious processes of talent mobility. But what many may not have noticed, even with widespread acceptance, is the fact that companies can still be hesitant to take action in...

31 Jul Financed Home-finding Visits Can Provide Relief to Relocating Assignees

Posted at 17:18h in Business Travel, Corporate Housing, Expat, Global Mobility, Northern California, Relocating, Work Life by Dennis

People’s view on relocation varies, even if the move is just a few miles away from, say, San Francisco to San Jose in California. Depending on the location, some may find the move a relief, while others may find it stressful, amid the current health...

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

Posted at 21:39h in Corporate Housing, Global Mobility, Relocating by Dennis

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...

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 Dennis

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...

27 Mar Why Expats Also Need Guidance on Money-related Stress, Emotional Triggers

Posted at 21:07h in Corporate Culture & Training, Corporate Housing, Expat, Global Mobility, Northern California, Relocating by Dennis

Money problems and the uncertainty of where the next dollar is coming from are the most painful triggers of stress that have been caused by the coronavirus. As businesses shut down and unemployment looms, the thought of paying the next bill is enough to cause anxiety...

14 Sep Hiring for Culture Fit Needs a Yardstick or Face Bad Hiring Decisions

Posted at 02:43h in Corporate Culture & Training, Global Mobility, Immigration, Relocating by Dennis

Foreign talents, be forewarned. When a global mobility manager or company mentions culture fit as one of its corporate policies for hiring a candidate, run -- run as far away from the hiring company. In most instances, culture fit in the global hiring community would...

03 Sep Expats from Eastern Cultures Adapt Well to Silicon Valley’s Work Culture

Posted at 01:56h in Global Mobility, Immigration, Northern California, Relocating by Dennis

How does understanding Western and Eastern cultures work in the corporate setting and global mobility? In an interview with HumanResources, Sara Cheng, CEO of Fuji Xerox Singapore, delved deeper by comparing the differences between the two cultures: “Asian culture is more command and control, top-down...

31 Jul Which is Better: A Relocation Reimbursement, Signing Bonus or a Hybrid Relocation Package?

Posted at 23:25h in Relocating by Dennis

Global mobility managers need to assist talents about the type of relocation package employers are offering to relocating talents. Are they offering a relocation reimbursement, a relocation sign-on bonus or what could potentially be a more comprehensive relocation package, a mix of both with some...

1	Dish Drying Rack
1	Dinnerware Set (4 Dinner Plates, 4 Salad Plates, 4 Bowls, 4 Mugs)
1	Silverware Set (4 Spoons, 4 Forks, 4 Knives)
1	Silverware Set Holder
1	3-Pack Saute Frying Pan Set
1	3-Qt Pot
1	6-Qt Pot
1	Glass Mixing Bowl
1	Tupperware Set
1	Toaster
1	Kitchen/Dish Towels (Set Of 2)
1	Cooking Utensils (Set Of 4 Utensils)
1	Basic Knife Set
1	Whisk
1	Tongs
1	Pitcher with Lid
1	Baking Sheet
1	Casserole Dish with Lid
1	Vegetable Peeler
1	Colander
1	Cutting Board
1	Paper Towel Holder
3	Bounty Paper Towels
4	Water Glasses
4	Wine Glasses
4	Goblets
1	Can Opener
1	California Corporate Housing corkscrew
1	Sugar Holder
1	Oven Mitts
1	Pot Holder
1	Scissors
1	Measuring Cup
1	Grater
1	Welcome Basket
1	Salt/Pepper Shaker Set
10	Bottled Water
1	Bottle Of Wine
1	Dish Soap
1	Dishwasher Detergent
1	Coffee Maker
1	Coffee Mate
1	Garbage Can
1	Box Of Garbage Bags
1	Sponge
1	Dish Scrub
1	Electric Kettle
1	Blender
1	Set Coffee Filters
1	Starbucks Coffee

4	Bath Towels (Large)
4	Hand Towels (Medium)
4	Wash Towels (Small)
4	Toilet Paper Pack (including putting CCH sticker on the initial roll)
1	Shower Curtain
1	Tray For Toiletry Set
1	Soap Dish
2	Bath Mats
1	Garbage Can
1	Garbage Bags
1	Toilet Scrub
1	Toilet Plunger
1	Decorative Accessory
1	LATHER Hair Wash
1	LATHER Conditioning Rinse
1	LATHER Body Wash
1	LATHER Moisturizer
1	LATHER Exfoliating Body Soap
1	LATHER Gentle Face Soap
1	LATHER Shower Cap
1	LATHER Vanity Kit
1	LATHER Dental Kit
1	Hair Dryer
1	Hair Dryer Bag
1	Kleenex Box Holder
1	Kleenex

1	Sofa
1	Chair
1	End Table
1	Coffee Table
1	Decorative Accessory
1	Coaster Set
1	Wall Art
1	TV Console Unit
1	Flat-Screen HD TV
2	Throw Pillows
1	Floor Lamp
1	Table Lamp
1	Window Treatment Set
1	Power Strip
1	Amazon Echo
1	Rug

1	Dining Room Set (1 Table, 4 Chairs)
2	Place Mats
2	Table Napkins
1	Dining Table Decor
1	Clock

1	Bed (Queen Size)
2	Bedside Tables
2	Bedside Table Lamps
1	Clock/Radio
1	Dresser
1	Wall Art
1	Bed Linen Set (Queen Size)
1	Extra Bed Linen Set
1	Extra Blanket
12	Hangers
4	Pillows For Bed with Pillow Protectors (Standard Size)
1	Extra Pillow Stored In Closet with Pillow Protector (Standard Size)
1	Window Treatment Set
1	Decorative Accessory
1	Flat-Screen HD TV