Maria Garaitonandia is an interpersonal intelligence expert with over twenty years of experience in global leadership development, training, and coaching in the US and Latin America at all levels and across many industries. Maria offers clients solutions in leadership competencies, including intercultural and global team management, effective communication, and coaching.   Maria has worked extensively in Latin America, facilitating courses such as Service Excellence, Coaching and Feedback, Presentation Skills, Effective Communication, Time Management, Negotiation, and Teambuilding.  She specializes in leadership skills development programs combining learning, case practice, and coaching to achieve quantifiable client results.  She coaches senior leaders seeking to improve motivation and synergy within their teams. She has experience in various industries, including Telecommunications, Banking, Mining, Manufacturing, and Pharmaceuticals. […]

Rhoda Bangerter specialises in split family assignments, frequent business travel, and their impact on family life. Rhoda helps parents manage the stress and disconnect from living this life so that they can enjoy the growth and intention this lifestyle can bring. International organisations (foreign service, military, humanitarian and private organisations) are increasingly aware of the specific requirements for staff and their families when on non-family duty stations. Through talks and workshops, Rhoda helps organisations, such as the World Food Program, support their employees when they are regularly sent on international assignments from a month to a couple of years without their partners and children. Having experienced frequent work travel and a split family assignment from the point of view of […]

Building lasting professional relationships is an art that can unlock endless possibilities in your career. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, the ability to connect with others and cultivate meaningful connections is instrumental to success. In today’s competitive business world, it’s not only about what you know, but who you know. This article will provide you with key strategies for fostering strong professional relationships. From effective communication techniques to networking tips, you’ll learn how to build rapport, gain trust, and create lasting bonds. One of the most important elements of building successful connections is authenticity. Showing genuine interest in others, actively listening, and offering support are vital in establishing strong relationships. Additionally, maintaining open lines of communication […]

We thought we should pull together the main reasons according to our experience that hinder Expat Spouse employment  in the host country. This is a non-scientific analysis based on opinions and experience. We identify eight major barriers to expat spouse employment and hope to help you overcome those.

Guest post by ANGELINE LICERIO Discrimination of any kind should be unacceptable in any given situation. Gender discrimination, on the other hand, takes this to another notch, especially in the workplace. The sad reality is that gender discrimination still happens in most hiring processes. I found this surprising, and no wonder if you’re shocked too: in light of our new global situation, those who work remotely also experience gender discrimination. An article published by Harvard Business Review has highlighted that women are viewed by employers to be carrying out more domestic responsibilities, while men are seen to be more career-oriented and likely to expand their work spheres. Another article published by Forbes suggests that men are more likely to put […]