What can your company do to ensure that newly arrived foreign expatriates make their best contributions?

Not all expatriates are Americans transferred to foreign countries abroad. In fact, the largest numbers of expatriates worldwide work and live in the United States. These foreign expatriates may be referred to as "inpatriates", and they have many similarities to American expatriates who are sent overseas. Most of these "in-coming" or "in-bound" employees are highly skilled, well educated, and globally oriented. Some have management positions, and most are fluent in English and accompanied by family members.

Companies usually hire or relocate foreign nationals because they have a unique expertise that the sponsoring employer needs onsite. Some foreign assignees are relocated to transfer knowledge and skills, while others come to learn management skills. Like all expatriates worldwide, they, too, struggle to adjust to the foreign American culture. Foreign expatriates are expensive and valuable "assets", and they benefit from empathic support and practical development.

Top Benefits and Results of Expatriate Coaching

Corporate/Organizational     Individual/Personal Complete assigned projects on schedule   Accelerate adaptation to work and living situation Transfer expertise and skills to other employees   Gain valuable cultural insight Reduce miscommunications and misunderstandings   Overcome obstacles to success and enjoyment Expand global perspective and comfort in corporate culture   Have safe place to discuss confusions and struggles

What to Expect

Foreign expatriates must adapt to a new culture with different values, expectations and beliefs. Relocated foreign nationals benefit from the guidance and support extended through specialized coaching. To work at their peak, Revel Miller Consulting created a unique form of expatriate coaching that assists "inpatriates" as well as their work colleagues and family members.

These foreign assignees want to produce at work and to adjust to the American culture, but they constantly confront challenges and obstacles. At the same time, these "in-comers" want to retain their own cultural identity and worldview. If they succeed in adjusting and contribute to the company as hoped, the organization will benefit. If they continually struggle or fail, the employee, family and corporation suffer.

Foreign expatriates can overcome barriers and move forward rapidly if they work with a confidential advisor who provides executive coaching and cultural interpretation. This personal coach/consultant assists them to understand hidden cultural issues, solve practical matters and work more efficiently. They can also learn more about how their own cultural values affect the way they do business and how they are perceived by others.

There are obvious risks in relocating a proven performer or expert into your country. And, there are a number of stakeholders who have a lot to gain or lose. A discerning coach can ensure that foreign expatriate investments are monitored and protected.

How successfully are your valuable foreign assignees adjusting, producing and transferring skills to local employees in their new work sites?

To get the best results from your knowledgeable foreign expatriates, contact Revel Miller Consulting today.

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