Virginia started her career as a stormtrooper, part of the Empire’s vast and rigid machinery. However, she always felt there was more to the galaxy than following orders. While most stormtroopers were trained to enforce, Virginia realized her true calling was to connect—to help individuals navigate their unique paths across galaxies, cultures, and opportunities. After escaping the Empire (thanks to some rebel friends’ help), Virginia took a bold leap into global mobility. Equipped with her stormtrooper discipline, analytical skills, and the latest technology from both the Empire and the Rebel Alliance, Virginia now dedicates her life to helping teams improve, innovate, and thrive in the ever-changing galactic workforce.   Virginia’s Core Principles in Global Mobility Precision First, Humanity Always As […]

Csilla Rostas is a highly skilled multilingual lawyer driven by a passion for law and a commitment to making a positive impact. Csilla’s professional journey is rich and varied. After completing her law studies, she moved to Italy, then to Brussels, where she gained invaluable insights into European Union law and regulations during her time working in the European Parliament. This experience laid a solid foundation for her future endeavours. She then joined a Brussels-based Law Firm, specialising in business immigration law. This role allowed her to support international clients, to develop a deep understanding of the legal challenges faced by businesses and individuals moving across borders. In 2015, Csilla founded Across Continents Translations in Brussels, driven by her passion […]

Digital nomads share their experiences in online communities, such as the “Female Digital Nomads” Facebook group. Members sometimes report challenges related to visa issues, personal safety, and taxation complexities. These anecdotes highlight the importance of thorough research and preparation for those considering the digital nomad lifestyle. The vision of working from picturesque locations like beaches in Croatia or huts in Estonia remains appealing, especially to Millennials. However, practical challenges like reliable internet access can sometimes dampen this idealised image. For example, attempting to log in to a Zoom call from certain regions may present connectivity issues, reminding us that the digital nomad lifestyle requires careful planning and adaptability.  Same Old or a New Breed in Global Mobility Contrary to what […]

Recent legislative and policy changes in many countries seem to signal a global shift from an open market to a form of protectionism. Today, I would like to discuss this and how it impacts everyone in Global Mobility, using the dreaded Brexit as an example. Before we delve into Brexit, let’s first examine how open market policies were and still are beneficial to Global Mobility. Open Markets and Free Trade It all boils down to the fact that free trade agreements specifically include concessions for mobility. Combined with reduced taxes and government programs to encourage foreign investments, this opened the door for professionals to ply their trade in different countries successfully. Another step later down this pipeline is streamlining visas […]

By Brooke Faulkner As the world becomes more connected, many businesses are dreaming of expanding into other global markets. In fact, 54 percent of US companies already have some foreign market involvement, according to statistics from Rutgers University, and a whopping 80 percent of business executives agree that U.S. companies should expand internationally for long-term business growth. Increased digitization may make foreign expansion seem like a piece of cake, but in actuality, many factors contribute to realizing success as a truly global business. Here are three things to consider when conducting business abroad: Invest in Workforce Diversity and Hiring The HR component of a business is often looked at as a follow-up measure after the integral team has established a […]