Question of the month: Where do I find LGBTQ information? Maybe you have heard some form of this question recently. Perhaps it came from a client, an employee, or as part of an RFP. For us, clients have been increasingly asking about this information, and we’ve been happy to direct them to the details we provide on […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Gay-pride-Luggage2.jpg483724Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2021-06-16 22:00:232021-06-16 22:00:23Supporting your diverse workforce, wherever they are!
What statement is not true about departing Papua New Guinea with more than PGK20,000 (US$5,800)? a. You need approval from the Bank of Papua New Guinea. b. Customs officials can make exceptions if the excess is small. c. You brought in more than PGK20,0000 less than 6 months earlier and can prove it. d. Country rules apply even if the […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Moose-31.jpeg448640Michael Caddenhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgMichael Cadden2021-06-16 21:53:572021-06-16 21:53:57Which statement is not true about Papua New Guinea currency?
Relocation everywhere — including within the United States — is being driven by new and exciting trends. More than ever, it seems, employees and their families are motivated to choose their locations by flexible options, welcoming environments, and personal ties. Even when an employee’s destination lies outside of a traditional metropolitan area in the USA, […]
Discussion is popping up everywhere about employees returning to the office. An interesting poll by the Best Practice Institute was cited on a recent Love + Relo show: “Some 83 percent of CEOs want employees back full-time, while only 10 percent of workers want back in.” Many employees believe that most jobs can be done […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Office-workers.jpg483724Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2021-06-01 21:19:542021-06-01 21:19:54Home or Office? Or Both?
Globally mobile workers have long relied on Living Abroad’s experience bringing you superior content on a wide range of topics. But would it surprise you to know that we also have long experience working remotely? For more than a decade, our core team has worked from home, utilizing an office periodically for meetings and planning […]
What statements are true about Mozambique? a. Driving is unsafe. b. Cashew wine is a traditional alcoholic beverage in Mozambique, created from the cashew apple fruit. c. Having a single drink, such as a can of beer or a glass of wine, is often enough for you to be considered in violation of the driving […]
After months of hope that the second most populous country in the world would be able to keep up with medical support and resources during the pandemic, India is now a focus for international concern. As of the last week of April, India accounted for more than 1 out of 3 reported COVID-19 cases globally. […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Indian-Woman.jpg502696Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2021-05-18 18:12:192021-05-18 18:12:19India: Ways to help
Living Abroad has received the WBE designation from the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Darien, CT – May 4, 2021 – Living Abroad, the go-to source for destination information and tools for global mobility managers and corporate travel programs, announced today that it has been designated a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise, or WBE, by the […]
Today a colleague sent around a “breaking news report” from the New York Times: European countries may allow American tourists to visit this summer if they show proof of being fully vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus. This was incredibly encouraging since global business travel has begun intra-EU and international assignments can’t be too far behind. According to […]
Moving comfortably Anywhere you go around the world, you’ll see local ideas of comfort. Whether it’s heavily accented décor or light Scandinavian simplicity, design tastes are also very personal. Though heightened over the past year, people’s yearning to create their own sanctuary is as old as time. We’re all familiar with the Danish and Norwegian […]
In Lithuania, you may be invited to a colleague’s home. What is a common gift? a. A clock b. Bouquet of flowers (even number) c. Freshly baked bread d. Bouquet of flowers (odd number) e. Gift with your company logo Click here for the answer!
As we move forward into a new era of global mobility, it’s critical to plan and prepare. We’re all aware that the COVID-19 pandemic brought even more dramatic, rapid updates to a global mobility concern that was already of critical importance and subject to frequent change: immigration. Officials and governing bodies regularly assess local situations and […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Exhibition-Hall.jpg483724Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2021-04-07 20:26:192021-04-07 20:26:19Why local resources are important
A natural progression of working from home has been more screen time with our global colleagues. We gain many benefits from interacting with cross-cultural virtual teams. Companies taking advantage of talent around the globe form heterogeneous teams with varying perspectives. When managed well, these differences inject creativity and innovation into even the most complex problems. […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Virtual-Teams.jpg483724Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2021-04-07 20:24:202021-04-07 20:24:20The Rise of Virtual Cultural Awareness
Achievements in beating back the COVID-19 virus have led to heightened interest in business travel. Like many aspects of doing business during a pandemic, the prospect of corporate travel raises many questions. The questions themselves are evolving, and their answers vary by industry and company. One thing is clear: Both companies and employees have a […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Covid-Business-Travel.jpg483724Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2021-03-25 17:43:182021-03-25 17:50:39Are You Preparing for International Business Travel?
Why is Assignment ROI important now? High costs make international assignments very visible to the C-suite, especially the CFO. As such, they create a powerful opportunity for HR to take a strategic seat at the table, and require HR to speak the language of finance. How can you successfully manage it, if you can’t measure […]
Even if you have been closely monitoring your personal records while staying safe at home for the last year, it’s important to know that online crime has risen dramatically around the globe. For example, according to the US Federal Trade Commission, reported cases of identity theft in the United States doubled from 2019 to 2020. One […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Identity-Theft.jpg480728Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2021-03-12 22:03:332021-03-12 22:04:50This type of crime is on the rise
Here in the U.S., recent political events in the midst of a pandemic have us consuming ever more information on our screens. It has made us all hungry for good information. By good information, I mean information that is well-researched, fact-based, and clearly written. Good information in business improves decision making, enhances efficiency and provides an advantage to […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Global-Reach.jpg483724Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2021-03-12 22:00:572021-03-12 22:00:57Why is good information more important than ever?
Diversity, equity, and inclusion have become increasingly important topics in our industry. They are important to corporations that want to make a safe, supportive workplace available to all employees, while ensuring that they attract and retain talent from a diverse population. And they’re important to individuals who look for an inclusive professional experience, opportunities for […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Diversity-Inclusion.jpg3401025Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2021-02-28 16:00:162021-02-28 16:00:16Including Diversity in Your 2021 Plans
What should you not do in Cameroon? In Cameroon, which statement is NOT true? a. Business cards should be printed in English and French. b. Cameroon politics is always a welcome conversation starter. c. Taxis drivers are not to be tipped. d. Always greet the oldest or most important person first. Click here for the […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Moose-14-X.-Pat”-Moose-Returns-Abroad.jpeg448640Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2021-02-28 15:56:562021-02-28 15:56:56What should you not do in Cameroon?
While the spread of COVID-19 is a global health concern, it’s very important for all of us to be vigilant regarding other issues and concerns related to health and wellness. Here are four questions to ask yourself, especially as you prepare for travel and life as an international assignee in the coming months: Am I […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Health-Insurance.jpg382914Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2021-02-28 15:47:342021-02-28 15:47:34Don't forget to check this first!
Supporting your diverse workforce, wherever they are!
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisQuestion of the month: Where do I find LGBTQ information? Maybe you have heard some form of this question recently. Perhaps it came from a client, an employee, or as part of an RFP. For us, clients have been increasingly asking about this information, and we’ve been happy to direct them to the details we provide on […]
Which statement is not true about Papua New Guinea currency?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenWhat statement is not true about departing Papua New Guinea with more than PGK20,000 (US$5,800)? a. You need approval from the Bank of Papua New Guinea. b. Customs officials can make exceptions if the excess is small. c. You brought in more than PGK20,0000 less than 6 months earlier and can prove it. d. Country rules apply even if the […]
Living near Portland, or…Portland?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldRelocation everywhere — including within the United States — is being driven by new and exciting trends. More than ever, it seems, employees and their families are motivated to choose their locations by flexible options, welcoming environments, and personal ties. Even when an employee’s destination lies outside of a traditional metropolitan area in the USA, […]
Home or Office? Or Both?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneDiscussion is popping up everywhere about employees returning to the office. An interesting poll by the Best Practice Institute was cited on a recent Love + Relo show: “Some 83 percent of CEOs want employees back full-time, while only 10 percent of workers want back in.” Many employees believe that most jobs can be done […]
WFH Tips and Transitions
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisGlobally mobile workers have long relied on Living Abroad’s experience bringing you superior content on a wide range of topics. But would it surprise you to know that we also have long experience working remotely? For more than a decade, our core team has worked from home, utilizing an office periodically for meetings and planning […]
When in Mozambique…
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenWhat statements are true about Mozambique? a. Driving is unsafe. b. Cashew wine is a traditional alcoholic beverage in Mozambique, created from the cashew apple fruit. c. Having a single drink, such as a can of beer or a glass of wine, is often enough for you to be considered in violation of the driving […]
India: Ways to help
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldAfter months of hope that the second most populous country in the world would be able to keep up with medical support and resources during the pandemic, India is now a focus for international concern. As of the last week of April, India accounted for more than 1 out of 3 reported COVID-19 cases globally. […]
Living Abroad Obtains Prestigious Woman-Owned Business Designation
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneLiving Abroad has received the WBE designation from the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Darien, CT – May 4, 2021 – Living Abroad, the go-to source for destination information and tools for global mobility managers and corporate travel programs, announced today that it has been designated a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise, or WBE, by the […]
One can dream
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneToday a colleague sent around a “breaking news report” from the New York Times: European countries may allow American tourists to visit this summer if they show proof of being fully vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus. This was incredibly encouraging since global business travel has begun intra-EU and international assignments can’t be too far behind. According to […]
Don’t forget the fuzzy slippers
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisMoving comfortably Anywhere you go around the world, you’ll see local ideas of comfort. Whether it’s heavily accented décor or light Scandinavian simplicity, design tastes are also very personal. Though heightened over the past year, people’s yearning to create their own sanctuary is as old as time. We’re all familiar with the Danish and Norwegian […]
Don’t embarrass yourself!
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenIn Lithuania, you may be invited to a colleague’s home. What is a common gift? a. A clock b. Bouquet of flowers (even number) c. Freshly baked bread d. Bouquet of flowers (odd number) e. Gift with your company logo Click here for the answer!
Why local resources are important
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldAs we move forward into a new era of global mobility, it’s critical to plan and prepare. We’re all aware that the COVID-19 pandemic brought even more dramatic, rapid updates to a global mobility concern that was already of critical importance and subject to frequent change: immigration. Officials and governing bodies regularly assess local situations and […]
The Rise of Virtual Cultural Awareness
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneA natural progression of working from home has been more screen time with our global colleagues. We gain many benefits from interacting with cross-cultural virtual teams. Companies taking advantage of talent around the globe form heterogeneous teams with varying perspectives. When managed well, these differences inject creativity and innovation into even the most complex problems. […]
Are You Preparing for International Business Travel?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisAchievements in beating back the COVID-19 virus have led to heightened interest in business travel. Like many aspects of doing business during a pandemic, the prospect of corporate travel raises many questions. The questions themselves are evolving, and their answers vary by industry and company. One thing is clear: Both companies and employees have a […]
Can You Measure Assignment ROI?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenWhy is Assignment ROI important now? High costs make international assignments very visible to the C-suite, especially the CFO. As such, they create a powerful opportunity for HR to take a strategic seat at the table, and require HR to speak the language of finance. How can you successfully manage it, if you can’t measure […]
This type of crime is on the rise
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldEven if you have been closely monitoring your personal records while staying safe at home for the last year, it’s important to know that online crime has risen dramatically around the globe. For example, according to the US Federal Trade Commission, reported cases of identity theft in the United States doubled from 2019 to 2020. One […]
Why is good information more important than ever?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneHere in the U.S., recent political events in the midst of a pandemic have us consuming ever more information on our screens. It has made us all hungry for good information. By good information, I mean information that is well-researched, fact-based, and clearly written. Good information in business improves decision making, enhances efficiency and provides an advantage to […]
Including Diversity in Your 2021 Plans
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisDiversity, equity, and inclusion have become increasingly important topics in our industry. They are important to corporations that want to make a safe, supportive workplace available to all employees, while ensuring that they attract and retain talent from a diverse population. And they’re important to individuals who look for an inclusive professional experience, opportunities for […]
What should you not do in Cameroon?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneWhat should you not do in Cameroon? In Cameroon, which statement is NOT true? a. Business cards should be printed in English and French. b. Cameroon politics is always a welcome conversation starter. c. Taxis drivers are not to be tipped. d. Always greet the oldest or most important person first. Click here for the […]
Don’t forget to check this first!
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldWhile the spread of COVID-19 is a global health concern, it’s very important for all of us to be vigilant regarding other issues and concerns related to health and wellness. Here are four questions to ask yourself, especially as you prepare for travel and life as an international assignee in the coming months: Am I […]