4 Strategies for the Accompanying Spouse/Partner to Stay Relevant in Your Career Field
A major consideration when considering an international assignment is the career of the accompanying spouse/partner. There are numerous obstacles to paid employment as an accompanying spouse/partner in a foreign country, which vary with each assignment. Once you have made the decision to travel with your family, how do you stay up-to-date on career-related technology, best practices and trends in your industry? Passport Career has developed four effective strategies that can help you maintain and even build your reputation as an industry leader no matter where you go! 1. Build...
Read More5 Ways to Stay Relevant in Your Field Overseas as the Accompanying Spouse
When living overseas, the accompanying partners are often forced to give up their job or in the very best scenario, take a sabbatical. But, just because you’re not working at the moment doesn’t mean you have to (nor should you) disconnect. Sometime spouses are in situations where they can’t find a job or they are not allowed to work on the local economy. Don’t let that put a damper on your career! In order to be ready to jump back into your field when you’re ready, follow these five easy strategies. 1. Keep any licenses or certifications current. It can be tricky...
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