In Touch with the Dutch

Working abroad may seem like a dream come true, yet it should not be forgotten that expatriates face many challenges while establishing a new life in unfamiliar surroundings. For expatriates and companies alike, the assignment must be successful - if not, the consequences could be high direct and indirect costs, at
the expense of the future global business of the company, or causing disappointment and a loss of selfesteem for the expatriate him or herself. Establishing timely contact with a local host can help make the transition easier.