Finding Her Career Path in a New Country: Maria’s Story
Dear IMPACT Group, Deciding to relocate with my husband from Shanghai to Cambridge was a big decision for our family. Apart from the concerns that we might find it difficult to get used to the…
Help Employees Maximize Core/Flex Relocation Policies
Core/flex plans provide the flexibility employees want – but transferees need an accurate understanding of their options. Let your transferees be assessed from the start of their relocations so they better understand their needs and…
“I Couldn’t Be More Proud of Her”: Male Spouse Perspective on Relocation
Male Spouses Accept the Unknown to Support Wife’s Career Relocation decisions are never made lightly – especially if one spouse/partner must sacrifice their position so the other partner’s career can advance. Our People Perspective on…
Industry Changer Gains New Perspective: Josefa’s Story
“Now that I understand what career coaching is, I’m recommending it to all my friends.” Josefa was relocating from New York to Washington, and she was ready to leap into an industry change that would…
Evolution of Employee Relocation as Dual Career Couples Surge
A few decades ago, employee relocation and the work world looked very different. Men were the primary breadwinners. Women took care of the family and didn’t work outside the home. Dual career couples were not…
Company Relocation: 4 Surprising Findings
As an HR leader, your goal is to get the right people to all the right places to grow your business. But, it’s important to realize you’re not moving goods – you’re moving people! Amidst…
Daunting Beginning turns into Dream Ending: Tiffany’s Story
Tiffany Hogan was certain of her career goal, but uncertain of how to achieve it. “One of my biggest fears was that no one would hire me,” says Tiffany, a young marketing professional. “The thought…
Challenging Gender Imbalance in Mobility: EuRA Panel Discussion
On average, only 20% of international assignees are female, creating clear gender imbalance in mobility. It’s widely acknowledged that international assignments are the best predictor for promotion and higher pay. Sixty-nine percent (69%) of millennial…
3 Reasons Employees Who Decline Group Moves Deserve Career Assistance
With group moves, there’s the potential that some employees won’t want to relocate and need career assistance. This may be especially true in a post-Brexit market. You want your great talent to stay with your…