How Effective is Virtual Language Training?
Beth Ashworth – Director, Language Solutions interviews Matteo Preabianca
Skype. Google Talk. WizIQ. iChat. These are names of online learning platforms … Read More »
IOR Worldviews
Learning Language Virtually Anywhere
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5-7-12 in
Language
The Quiet US Real Estate Boom – Tight Rental Markets
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3-20-12 in
Destination Services
Denise: What is the current rental market like in the Bay Area?
Anne: At the moment, the San Francisco area is a tight rental market. The economy has forced more people than usual to rent vs. buy, leaving available rental inventory scarce. … Read More »
Rental Vacancy Rates for the 75 Largest US Metropolitan Areas
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3-19-12 in
Destination Services
2011 Rental Vacancy Rates by US Metropolitan Areas
US rental vacancy rates vary across the country and by region. These rates may affect a transferee’s housing choices and search time. In 2011 the Oxnard/Thousand Oaks/Ventura, California area had the lowest vacancy … Read More »
After the Deal is Done: Integrating Global Talent
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2-8-12 in
Global Talent Management
Rob Burns & Mark Frederick, Ph.D.
As growth in mature markets remains challenging, companies continue to expand their global presence to gain access to new high growth markets through … Read More »
Repatriation? Time to Move toward Reintegration
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1-10-12 in
Global Talent Management, Repatriation/Reintegration
Kendra Mirasol, President, IOR Global Services
In the global mobility business I have always thought the term repatriation does not fully capture the complex issues associated with the process. I guess it’s because companies do exactly what repatriation is defined as, … Read More »
3 Key Skills for Working in the Middle East
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1-5-12 in
Global Talent Management, Intercultural Development
1) What, in your experience, are the top 3 critical skills for working successfully in the Middle East?
Even though the world is getting smaller, it’s important to recognise that the world of business does not operate the same way – … Read More »
IOR and UMOJA Address Cultural Differences in Chicago Public Schools
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1-4-12 in
Intercultural Development
At an international bank in a glistening building in Paris, Pierre is frustrated because his Irish colleague will not provide him with adequate information to complete his … Read More »
5 Ways to Effectively Lead Change in Today’s Turbulent Global Economy
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11-7-11 in
Global Talent Management
Dr. Mark Frederick, Director, Global Talent Management
Most organizations are experiencing significant changes during these uncertain economic times. Managing and leading change is highly challenging, even more so in a global organization. Here are 5 ways to help you effectively lead … Read More »
Facebook Is My Spanish Homework – Language Immersion through Social Media
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9-13-11 in
Language
Beth Ashworth, Language Solutions Manager
I stared at my pizza and frowned. I’d understood every word on the menu but one: zelen’. And now, because of this word, my dinner was buried under a mixture of chopped parsley and dill. Although … Read More »
Passport Use Rising Rapidly
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8-16-11 in
Destination Services
According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in 2010 international tourist arrivals reached 940 million and tourism receipts generated US$ 919 billion. But travel for leisure, recreation and holidays accounted for just over half of all international tourist arrivals. Almost … Read More »
