Tag Archives: Expat Assignments
The BANI World and Global Mobility

In an era characterized by rapid globalization and technological advancements, the field of global mobility faces the dual challenge of adapting to Cascios’ BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible) world while maintaining a human-centered approach. For foreign local hires and permanent transfers into Switzerland, these challenges are even more pronounced, given the unique demographic, social, and cultural landscape of the country. This article delves into strategies for enhancing the global mobility experience, emphasizing the need to humanize the process and address the complexities of our interconnected world. 1 – Understanding the BANI World and Its Implications for Global Mobility “Brittle The perception of stability often masks underlying fragility. Countries or industries that rely heavily on a single resource or system […]
Expat Onboarding in the Host Company 90 Days Survival Pack

I have noticed that many international talents were left frustrated by moving to another country for work. I observed that the issues weren’t just financial but related to the individuals and the company underestimating the challenges of moving to a new country. Therefore, today, I would like to draw on my experience and discuss some important practices for that critical period, the first 90-odd days of an expat landing in a new country and beginning their onboarding process in the host company. You can also refer back to this post on Embarking on Your Journey. 1 – Prepare Before You Land Increasingly, in this age of protectionism, many countries now require you, the ex-pat, and your accompanying family to have […]
Seven Small Steps to Keep Sane in International Relocation

Seven Small Steps to Keep Sane in International Relocation International Relocation is usually stressful. It ranks among the top ten stress factors in life. I have worked as a Global Mobility Manager and I regularly consult expats and their spouses on career choices one of the lessons I learned is that you cannot take away the stress from international relocation completely but you can make it easier by following those seven rules I will share with you now. 1) Organize your move into smaller tasks with a checklist. It is all about organizing yourself and all those relocating with you. Try to break down the move in as many steps as possible and work those off day by day. Better one […]
Bringing the Family on Board in Global Mobility

Bringing the Family on Board in Global Mobility Have you been offered an international project or long-term assignment to another country and are not sure how to bring your family on board? Many expats make difficult decisions. These decisions are not always to the liking of our partner or children, especially teenagers can be quite difficult when they find out that they have to leave their friends. Having worked in Global Mobility for a long time in my career, I would like to help you with tips of bringing the family on board in global mobility earlier in the process. You might argue now that your partner knew when they married you, that you had an international outlook on your […]