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- 11 crucial aspects about living abroad in Germany
worth thinking about whether you should open a new bank account or keep your existing account in your home situations such as going shopping, asking what food is available or how easy it is to get food from your home requirements, work permits, local laws and regulations (which can sometimes differ greatly from your own home Homesickness can be a common challenge, especially in the first few months in the new country. sense of isolation , and it is important to have a good understanding of this and ways to deal with homesickness
- The 4 Horsemen of Culture Shock for Expats Abroad
In your home country, you navigated aisles with Olympic confidence. Abroad? In your home country, friendship happened organically. Meanwhile, maintaining friendships back home becomes… complicated. Back home, people “got” you, even when they didn’t. (See my article: "Where is home? ") Do I want to stay abroad forever?
- Breaking New Ground: Embracing Retirement as an Expatriate
to live more affordably , engage in diverse communities, and create a fulfilling lifestyle far from home housing to inexpensive healthcare, many expatriates find that their dollars go much further in their new homes Family and Social Connections : Moving abroad can create distance from family and friends back home. It is therefore essential to have a sense of purpose in your new home base or lifestyle. Consider both local healthcare systems and the possibility of returning to your home country for treatment
- Expats: From culture shock to self-discover
citizenship Professionally, international experience can open doors that may not have been accessible at home Even when returning home, the skills and experiences gained abroad — adaptability, communication, and Some even report that their concept of “home” changes ( -> see my article "Where is home?" Even for those who return to their home country, the experiences of adaptation, language acquisition, Language barriers can make everyday tasks frustrating, and returning home after years abroad can trigger
- Phases of reverse culture shock
experience something similar: Now the period of expatriation is over and it's time to move back to your home At the same time, however, you are very much looking forward to the familiar surroundings in your home to turn in their home country and that many things are no longer as they were when they left. Friendships have changed , perhaps the city they come from is also structured differently, some people also takes place in several phases: Phase 1: anticipation In this phase, the person realizes that some
- Challenges when working remotely abroad
the allure of remote work has drawn many professionals to seek employment opportunities beyond their home Depending on the location, professionals may find themselves several hours ahead or behind their home Not only that you are bound to your desk at home, with colleagues only remotely there . Furthermore you a re in a completely different surroundings from what you are used from your home country Also, home environments can be filled with distractions, such as household chores, family members, or
- Once more with feeling - partners of expatriates
When it comes to expatriates, the focus is often on those who relocate for work to boost their career However, a large group of people are forgotten here - namely the partners who come with them. the phases of culture shock and then the phases of reintegration shock when moving back to their home main person”, as the latter is integrated into a fixed work structure and therefore receives at least some themselves involve their partners in the integration process and help them to feel comfortable in their new home
- 100 days in a new job – about puppy protection and working abroad
“Puppy protection” – learning allowed The term “puppy protection” originally comes from behavioural integration —ensures significant improvements in all three areas, as cultural distance, i.e., between the home Those who judge too quickly or try to automatically apply the norms of their home country risk conflicts Contact with home, exchanges with other expats, leisure activities – all of these contribute to resilience Whether in your home country or abroad, the trick is to maintain a balance between learning and shaping
- Is “digital native” in job advertisements discriminatory?
had advertised a position with the words that they were looking for a “digital native” who felt at home advertisement text must be formulated in a non-discriminatory way - every word counts, especially when it comes advertisements: Gender specific: “We are looking for a young mother who has experience working from home
- Trouble on the job as an expat – 7 ways to cope
For example, in some countries direct confrontational approaches t o communication are acceptable and For example, if the expat comes from a country where individualism is highly valued and moves to a country These misunderstandings can manifest themselves in hidden dissent and only come to light when the situation support and advice. 5. private life Don't hide the fact that you have had trouble in the office at home Be it a punching bag at home where you can work out, jogging alone or joining a club or association
- Salary cut for going to the toilet too often?
In the times without cell phones, indications of this were if someone had “made themselves at home” in
- Should I stay or should I go - things to consider when taking a sabbatical
things to consider when taking a sabbatical. ilkane needs vacation The term “sabbatical” originally comes there is also the year of the Sabbath, which is celebrated every seven years, in which the land is to come Here are some common models: 1. unpaid sabbatical: The employee takes a sabbatical without pay. interesting for expatriates, as they often need a longer period of time to visit their families in their home be combined so that 10 working days (Mon – Fri) are possible as a block. 5. combination of models: Some












