In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, effective leadership can make all the difference between thriving and merely surviving. Yet even the most seasoned leaders face challenges that can hinder their potential. That’s where an executive coach comes in. Imagine having a trusted partner by your side, equipped with the tools and insights to help you navigate complex situations and enhance your decision-making abilities. An executive coach can unlock hidden strengths, refine your communication skills, and empower you to lead with confidence. Whether you’re leading a small team or an entire organization, a transformative journey with an executive coach can elevate your leadership skills to new heights. Ready to break through barriers and achieve your leadership goals? Discover how investing […]

by Caitlin Krause I must admit, I initially went to see Spectre in the theater for one prime reason: eye candy. Yes, my motivation was all about the external appeal: I wanted to dive into a light panoplied spectacle that’s equal parts engaging and artificial; to lose myself in iconic imagery, and to revel in watching easy-on-the-eyes Daniel Craig as James Bond in the flesh. Why is James Bond so palatable, across generations, sexes, cultures and creeds? Bond is as familiar as he is idolized; men want to be him; women want to date him. Or, women want to be him and men want to date him — it actually doesn’t matter how you slice it; he’s an archetype for the ages; a brand’s […]

By Angela Weinberger | Global People Transitions Mission: Bringing the Human Touch Back into Global Mobility Many years ago, I met a woman on LinkedIn and supported her without charging because I felt she needed the support, and she could not (under no circumstances) pay for our coaching. Recently, we got reconnected and she connected me to a really interesting community in the NGO DEI space where female startup founders are also encouraged to connect with investors. I don’t really know yet what comes from this connection, but I definitely feel inspired, and I am so grateful to this woman. I am telling you this because you never know when the “networking karma” hits back (the empire strikes back in […]

Dr. George F. Simons is a consultant and trainer in diversity, intercultural communication, and negotiation. He holds a master’s degree from Notre Dame University and a psychology doctorate from Claremont Graduate School. He designed and conducted leadership coaching for managers at BNP Paribas Bank and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and delivered extensive intercultural negotiation training for numerous corporations, humanitarian NGOs, and the Asian Development Bank.  He is the creator and Editor of the diversophy® series of intercultural learning tools and has developed online and customized versions of over 140 of these training games. Dr. Simons has authored and collaborated in such books as diversophy®-Gamification and Storytelling: Connecting our Stories for a More Human Future,  Seven Ways, […]

In the interview below, we cover four key tips for your repatriation or your next transition. 1 – Repatriating Your Role – You own your career and your brand Maintain a Repatriation Plan with your Employer Regular “home leave” where you network with your previous colleagues and meet your sponsor and other important influencers, and key decision-makers. Think about alternative roles you could do with your expat experience, and start your own business Update your CV and LinkedIn profile and add your transferable skills 2- Expect Re-Entry Shock – It’s not all milk and chocolate Reading the news and keeping up with the latest trends in the country before you repatriate Keep relationships up and return “home” regularly. Psychological contract: […]