Expat Support Services and Resources

Did you know?
The most common factors in assignment failure
are partner satisfaction (96%),
family concerns (93%), inability to adapt (91%).

Living and working abroad adds extra stress and
challenges in an Expats life.  My clients feel isolated,
lonely, confused about their career path and/or lack of
meaningful work or feel they have no purpose.
Some dislike the culture of the host country.
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Teaming with me they develop systems to
make the Expat experience work for them as
a stimulating adventure or accept it isn't what they
 want and repatriate home without guilt or shame
but with excitement and joy. 
Either way - they enjoy the discovery.
 

How I do it:
As an American Coach who has lived abroad, I listen to, support,
encourage, laugh with, advise, brainstorm, clarify, strategize and guide
my clients to live the Expat lifestyle as a rich and exciting adventure.

Individual Expat Support Program
One on One coaching either in person or via the telephone or email.
You select the session plan that best suits your schedule and needs.
The program is similar to what non Expat clients receive - however the
added benefit of my expertise in acculturation issues, living abroad and cross cultural
knowledge are brought to the coaching partnership to assure your Expat journey
is one full of success and terrific memories.
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 Accompanying Spouse/Partner Program
The goal is to begin coaching during predeparture or upon arrival

• Acculturation, self shock and cultural issues are explored

• Individualized programs or company sponsored programs are available

• Ongoing coaching is designed to provide appropriate support

• The program is designed to assist the family so a support base is developed
  which in turn provides a stronger foundation for the Expat.

• The long term goal is for the family to enjoy their Expat experience, not just survive it.

Corporate Programs
Are you with a corporation and/or  HR manager and looking to find ways to ensure the contracts
with your Expat personnel are both satisfying and successful for them and the company?

We encourage you to request the information we have developed for you which
includes statistics regarding the failure rates of Expat contracts and the areas that affect those rates.
Coaching can shift the statistics in your favor.  Request information

 "Lose the Stress" Expat Group Support Program
Telegroup monthly support group for Expats around the world
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Expat Coaches Business Think Tank Group
Telegroup coaching, mentoring and business building for
coaches who specialize in supporting expatriates of all types.
Click here for more info

Additional Information and Resources
JAFA provides free tools and resources that you may share with others as
long as the copyright is respected and the information is kept
in its original format - Please contact me for permission to reprint.

• Expat Express E-Contact - Ezine with tips, interviews and coaching for Expats

• The Top Ten Tips for Working with other Cultures - PDF File

• The Top Ten Words to Internalize to Enjoy the Expat Lifestyle - PDF file

•  Culture Shock information I have compiled on my personal website

• Accompanying Spouse/Partner Tips - Don't put your life on hold - PDF file

• Successful Acculturation - Venn Diagram outlining the acculturation steps

• Links to interesting Expat websites including online surveys,
  country specific sites and databases of clubs worldwide
  Personal Exploration Tools

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