February 16, 2012 by Timm Runnion
For global competitiveness, it is critical that the U.S. possess the world’s top talent. It allows businesses to grow the economy and to create American jobs in the U.S. However, the U.S. immigration system has policies that place inflexible limits on the number of talented individuals allowed...
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February 16, 2012 by Keiko Machida
With the trend in business towards globalization, we are seeing increased opportunities for expats to move overseas. Whether it is a short-term, long-term or permanent relocation, such move is often mixed with excitement and anxiety for expats and their families. While there is an excitement about t...
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February 9, 2012 by Kelly Newman
I recently overheard someone say they didn’t feel the need to tip their movers, since their company was paying so much for their move in the first place. This made me cringe a bit, but maybe that is because I am married to a mover. My husband likes to bring up a good point….most people are willing t...
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January 24, 2012 by Sharon Leong
On the surface of things, Hong Kong is what any expatriate would want from an international assignment; a high paying job, low taxes, stable economy, good growth opportunities, English speaking working community, safe environment for the family and children….. who could ask for more?
Hong Kong,...
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January 6, 2012 by Robert Ellis
As more and more companies expand their operations into Eastern Europe, especially into Moscow, it is worth noting a few points that may be of interest to any assignee that is planning on going.
Despite the vast wealth of many prominent Muscovites, the average man or woman on the street in Mosc...
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December 19, 2011 by Mark Connorton
The old adage that 'a pet is not just for Christmas' is very true and increasingly relevant in the world of global mobility. Rover, Fido, Max or Molly....whatever the name of the canine companion or feline friend if the rest of the family are relocating, so are they!
Pets these days are often...
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December 9, 2011 by Becky Harris
Would you guess that 83% of US adults have a cell phone of some kind, and 42% of those are smartphones? That’s the case, according to a study by the Pew Research Center. I’m an iPhone owner, and admittedly, slightly obsessed with finding cool apps that make life a little easier. If your relocat...
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November 30, 2011 by Renata Inokomis
Expats working in China will be included in the country’s social security system as a new regulation took effect on October 15, 2011.
The Chinese government in June 2011 approved the law, but there was uncertainty as to whether participation would be mandatory or optional. Measures published in ...
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