Ride the Wave

Résumé du livre

Ride The Wave, a handbook for the expatriate family, is an account based on personal experience. The book is a collection of personal feedback & of practical questions & tips. It targets the many expatriate family concerns directly & is designed to fill the gap between cross-cultural & business education. Problems within the family unit are known to be a main reason why tours abroad are turned down, end prematurely or fail. The vital lesson for employers & human resource specialists is that family dramas on foreign turf tend to sour business ventures & carry a hefty price tag. The insider information provided by the author also benefits HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALISTS involved in the expatriate selection & training processes. They gain insight into the highs & lows of expat life & learn how to anticipate the questions & problems that face relocating families during the various stages of their assignments. Improved understanding between HR staff & expatriate candidates fosters a team spirit that contributes to the overall success of the mission. To order: 2716 W. River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55406. E-mail: 100400.3416@compuserve.com