“Lifestyle Expats,” as I tend to call you, are an essential factor in today’s global landscape, and the evidence suggests that the phenomenon is on the rise. Despite a polarized worldview and political efforts to curb immigration while protecting local labor markets, highly-skilled professionals and subject matter experts are now able to access a global job market, particularly visible in “Expat Hubs” such as Amsterdam, Berlin, Dubai, Singapore, and Zurich (A to Z, there are more obviously…) Global Mobility Managers are increasingly involved in recruiting international talent. This makes a lot of sense when you consider that they have the knowledge and skills to address most of the challenges posed by hiring people from other countries. However, since we are […]

Global Recruiting is a challenge. Hiring your employees from other countries will give your company a chance to find a motivated and skilled workforce, particularly if your country is suffering from a shortage of skilled labor on a national scale in specific job sectors. However, sourcing your workforce from another country is difficult if you have never done it before. Here are eight tips that you should think about before you consider hiring from abroad: 1 – Use Traditional and Online Marketing Every country has its own set of laws that dictate how marketing and advertising are to be conducted. These sets of laws are also applicable to online advertising and traditional recruitment marketing, so make sure that you, as […]

The hiring experience can have far—reaching consequences for companies and candidates. Whether you’re an organization struggling to fill critical roles or an expat navigating the complexities of a new work environment, the impacts of a negative hiring experience are significant. Let’s dive into the risks, explore opportunities for improvement, and provide actionable steps to create a more inclusive and effective onboarding process. Corporate Risks of Negative Hiring Experiences For organizations, a flawed hiring process doesn’t just result in a vacant position—it can cascade into a series of challenges: Unfilled Positions: Delayed or unfilled roles leave teams stretched thin. Increased Workload: Existing employees take on extra responsibilities, leading to stress and burnout. Higher Turnover: Overworked employees may seek better opportunities elsewhere. […]