Creating a Win / Win for companies that invest in global assignments + their employees that live them.
I always remember how she made me feel…heard, supported, and capable. She simply knew the transition process better than anyone I had ever come into contact with.
– Lauri Kriva, Former HR Director, Nike
Global Relocation
Is it easy? No. Is it worth it? Yes.
If the relocation doesn’t work on a personal/family level it doesn’t work for the business.
Change and transition have an emotional impact that needs to be understood and managed.
Global Assignments: Managing the Transition
What if there was someone to support you through the transition from pre-departure through re-entry? To reduce stress and make sure you are focusing on what really matters: the personal and family side of the move. A successful transition is a prerequisite to performance.
Relocating globally is one of the most important career decisions your employee will make. The company has a greater profile in the lives of its mobile employees. How these processes are managed will impact employee morale, performance and overall success of the assignment.
Reach out.
Companies invest a great deal in overseas assignments and all employees want to be set up to succeed. Managing the logistics and mechanics of the move are only part of the mobility equation.
Hard transitions need soft skills.
Make the time! This is my strong recommendation to all of the inbound and outbound expats…I know you are busy ramping down your old job, trial by fire in your new job, packing, moving, house hunting, school shopping, going away parties, etc. All that is important but this is important too and you WILL NOT REGRET making the time.
– Craig Simmons, Former Senior Director, Nike