Expat Advising

🎓 Such an outstanding experience with the remarkable students of Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy! When you interact with them, you know why LKYSPP is #1 in Asia and #8 in the world. These students are not just brilliant minds - they’ve cleared a high (holistic) benchmark of the National University of Singapore and are poised to shape the world in meaningful ways.   🌍 With a workshop focused on 'Mastering Intercultural Communications', we shared insights on navigating the complexities of cross-cultural engagements. After all, this is no longer an optional skill for global leaders. Given Expat Advising's work with companies and governments focused on attracting and retaining top-tier talent across borders, we not only understand the critical importance of mastering intercultural communication but are also equipped with many real-world examples and case studies for success. We are heartened and inspired to see how #LKYSPP students, the future leaders of policy and global governance, embraced these essential skills with such passion and curiosity. The future of international collaboration is in capable hands! Kudos to the forward-thinking team that spotted the importance of this topic and made it happen - Ashley Koh Kartini Rahman Yogeswarie Selvan! #InterculturalCommunication #GlobalLeadership #LKYSPP #ExpatAdvising #TalentStrategy #CulturalIntegration #FutureLeaders #GlobalPolicy #BuildingBridges #CulturalAwareness

𝕽𝖊𝖋𝖑𝖊𝖈𝖙 𝖔𝖓 𝖙𝖍𝖎𝖘 𝖖𝖚𝖊𝖘𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓 𝖋𝖔𝖗 𝖙𝖜𝖔 𝖘𝖊𝖈𝖔𝖓𝖉𝖘. Is there a "how to" to succeed when we adapt and integrate when we expatriate? 🤷♀️ Most expats are unaware of the "how to" or that expat life consists of 6️⃣ six distinct stages, known as the 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞. The adaptation and integration phase is the 5️⃣ fifth stage of the cycle and there is certainly a "how to" to succeed during this stage. However, we seem to "just do it" despite decades of experience telling us, and the industry, that there is nothing "just" about it and that we all will benefit from knowing "how to". 👍 So, to answer the question - Yes, there is a formula. 👏 💫 Be in the knowing. 💫 How? We´ve gathered all the knowledge, tips, checklists, and information "you do not know that you need to know" when expatriation in the Expat Video Academy - including a breakdown of the 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞. Below is a snippet of one of the videos. Academy Link: https://lnkd.in/ec4nPeja #expatlife #expatlifecycle #expatriation #successfulexpatration

📌 With layoffs dominating headlines recently, it is completely natural to feel anxious or stressed. Dealing with uncertainty, fear of failure, and the burden of the bills amidst rising inflation is incredibly overwhelming.   For expats, this anxiety is further compounded by the added worry of their immigration status and how unemployment may affect their residency in their host country – and that has a domino effect on nearly every other aspect of life! The stakes feel higher and the tough times even more precarious.   In response, many overextend themselves to remain relevant and indispensable to their employers. But in doing so, they run the risk of #burnout, which can ultimately harm both their own personal well-being and professional performance.   Here's an eye-opener: a whopping #96% of expats have been affected by burnout, according to the 'Cigna Healthcare Vitality Study 2024'.   🌍 As we mark World Mental Health Day and embrace this year's theme: "It is time to prioritize mental health in the workplace," it is crucial to recognize that #mental #wellness begins with us – as individuals. It is about self-care, and to recognize and accept that:   📍 Self-care is not an indulgence – it is a #priority. 📍 Self-care is not about retreating – it is about taking control of your well-being. 📍 Self-care is not selfish – it is non-negotiable.   Ultimately, it is the foundation of resiliency - resiliency that is much required as we deal with tumultuous times.   The step towards self-care is understanding how to spot burnout before it takes hold, and how to mitigate its effects. Here are 7 tried and tested strategies to help you thrive, both mentally and professionally, amidst the challenges.   📚 https://lnkd.in/dcrU7z_v (7-minute read) #expat #expatadvising #expatprofessional #expatlife Cigna Healthcare International Health

New Blog Post – 8-minute read 👈   📌 When did you last update your resume or LinkedIn profile?   As a skilled #professional, you are perhaps aware of the empowering impact of keeping your #resume current. This isn't just a routine step in your career journey, but a powerful tool to gauge your professional growth and a toast to your game-changing accomplishments.   💡Five Ways Expat Experience Strengthens Your Resume💡   "Your expat experiences are a valuable asset that can significantly strengthen your resume and open up a whole world of career opportunities. "   We invite you to read, discover and implement these 5 crucial expat-competencies that might resonate with your journey - and how to emphasise each one.   Want to know more? Check out the article right here: https://lnkd.in/dDh7fMzP #expat #expatadvising #expatprofessional #expatlife

An absolute pleasure and privilege when people give their time and attention to you. Thank you to all who came! 😀 And to DABS - Danish Business Association of Singapore for hosting us. We spoke about successful expatriations alongside expat finance experts Batya Shulman and Michael Booth CFP®(🇿🇦), who provided valuable insights into financial planning for expats. Key takeaways for expat success: 🎯 Understand yourself and your family as expats 🎯 Align conversations and goals with your spouse 🎯 Know the ins and outs of expat life and career 🎯 Plan thoroughly for the full expat experience 🎯 Review finances, pension, will, power of attorney, and insurance 🎯 Leverage tax benefits on income and investments All questions and meeting requests are welcome - add them in comments or directly to kia@expatadvising.com We look forward to many more years of increased successful expatriations and collaborations. 🤝 Thank you once again for your time and attention, and here's to a bright future together! ✨ #expatriation #relocation #mobility

New Blog Post - 5-minute read 👈 🤔 What Does It Mean To Be A First-Time Expat? In this honest blogpost, we hear from Ingrid La a first-time expat just 3 months into her new life as an expat in #Singapore. Upon leaving her home country #Denmark, Ingrid felt a brief sense of disconnection and an unexpected feeling of "homelessness." Despite being a seasoned traveler with longer stints abroad, this experience was different. Discover why this experience felt different for Ingrid, get her top advice for new expats, and dive into the rest of her journey in the latest blog post. 🎉 And stay tuned - Ingrid has promised to share more insights as her expat life continues to unfold. Thank you, Ingrid. 🙏 #expatlife #firstimeexpat #lifeabroad #relocation #expat #expatadvising #expatprofessional #expatlife

🎤 Expat Advising will be speaking at the upcoming DABS - Danish Business Association of Singapore event this Thursday. As expats, it's essential to plan not only for finances, investments, and taxes, but also for life and work as expats — both short- and long-term — to truly succeed. ❓ Why is this planning crucial and what does it look like ❓ What does the expat landscape reveal ❓ How do we make every expatriation successful We'll dive into these topics and leave the financial expertise to the experts Batya Shulman and Michael Booth CFP®(🇿🇦). Looking forward to sharing insights and hope to see you there!

😀 New blogpost - 3-minute read 💰 An Expat’s Guide to Financial Matters 💰 Fact: After looking back at their spending after multiple years living as expats, most realize that the expenses that come along with this lifestyle were much higher than expected. We hear this over and over again from expats. As a result, to properly prepare expats, Expat Advising has a whole module in our Expat Video Academy dedicated to this area and has published a blog post today with great financial tips and considerations. Here are a few headlines from the blog post: 🏦 International banking 💸 Tax considerations 👍 Budgeting tips Read much more below and check out the Expat Video Academy here: https://lnkd.in/ec4nPeja #expattax #financialplanning #successfulexpatriations #interntionalbanking #expatlife #expat #expatadvising #expatprofessional

If you are considering repatriation, when should you start preparing for a job back home? Reflections from our founder Kia Holm Reimer, "As I sit in the airport on my way back to #Singapore after a productive three weeks in Denmark, one meeting and conversation in particular is still very much on my mind. A week ago, I met with the Managing Director & Secretary General of Danes Worldwide Mr. Michael Bach Petersen, and Event and Marketing Coordinator Mr. @kasperjepsen. Among the many topics we discussed, we delved into the challenges Danes face when repatriating and searching for a #job. For the majority, it feels nearly impossible. That is a shame on so many levels and proves the fact that there is an urgent need for a network in #Denmark bridging the repatriating Dane with the labor market in Denmark. On that note, and the final call for me to board my flight, I send all my respect to Danes Worldwide for the work you do, and I hope that your event "Globale Danskeres Parlament" on August 28 will be a huge success and a step in the right direction. https://lnkd.in/dn3xcmiN We are looking forward to collaborating further to accommodate #Danes abroad even better, and in ensuring that Denmark benefits when they return." #expatlife #repatriation #lifeabroad #globalcareer #jobsabroad #ExpatAdvising #expat #expatprofessional 

New blogpost - 4-minute read 😀 Expat Advising is committed to successful repatriations and expatriations, taking pride in offering unique expertise to meet every client’s needs. ✨ For expat families having children 🐣 with special needs, we proudly work with Irene McCann-Braun. Irene provides exceptional insights, expertise, and assistance in her field, and has authored a valuable blog post highlighting six key focus areas. Thank you, Irene, for sharing your knowledge and for the invaluable work you do to help so many expat families thrive 🙏 #expatlife #expatfamilies #expatkids #specialneeds #globalcareer #relocation #lifeabroad #expat #expatadvising #expatprofessional