Globalization is here to stay. Many U.S. companies need a new talent management strategy to help them meet their business challenges in the “new normal.” … Read more
Yes, Culture & Recognition Matters to Workers — Everywhere in the World
I hear time and again that “it’s different over there.” Or,“They do things differently. They don’t have the same expectations our employees here have.” I … Read more
Medical Tourism: Why It’s a Smart and Growing Option For Your Employees
What are your thoughts on medical tourism? Would you travel abroad for a medical/surgical procedure? Would you do it if you could save 50 percent or more? … Read more
8 Major & Emerging Challenges Facing Global Employers in 2012
We all know we’ll be facing a lot of challenges here in the U.S. as we get deeper into 2012, but what will the challenges be for employers operating … Read more
The Challenges in Conducting International Employment Investigations
By Celia Joseph If you are a Human Resources or other manager at a multi-national company, it is likely that at times you receive complaints from employees … Read more
International Laws on Employment Agreements
By Celia Joseph Employers in the United States, with the exception of a few jurisdictions, are accustomed to the concept of “employment at will,” which … Read more
Employment at Will? It Doesn’t Apply to Workers Outside the U.S.
What many people do not know is that the U.S. is the only country where “employment at will” applies. I have worked with several in-house attorneys that … Read more
2012 H-1B Visa Cap Running Out and Likely to Be Hit Before End of 2011
By Kim Kiel Thompson Does your company rely on H-1B workers to fill critical positions? Do you anticipate hiring foreign nationals in the upcoming months? … Read more
10 Questions to Test Your IQ (your HR International Quotient)
Did you know? 1. Traditional incentives do not work well in some cultures? Most incentive plans implemented in the U.S. are based on individual … Read more
U.S. Employers Still Struggling to Fill Science, Math, Engineering Jobs
By Shannon Stevenson Despite the recession, the lack of jobs and the training fees charged to U.S. employers hiring foreign workers on temporary H-1B work … Read more