Key Takeaways:

• Motivation and skills matter: They’re the foundation for successful expat selection.
• Cultural intelligence is a superpower: It drives psychological safety, innovation, and collaboration.
• Beware of stereotypes: Country-specific training is valuable but needs a careful, thoughtful approach.
• The VUCA world is here to stay: Adaptability and resilience are no longer optional—they’re essential.
• You can grow cultural intelligence: Through awareness, attitudes, and skill-building, it’s a learnable asset.

Authors:

Kasia Lanucha is a trainer, coach, and consultant with expertise in fostering psychological safety and team performance. She works with global clients like Walgreens Boots Alliance, HSBC, PwC, and the NHS, helping leaders build high-performing teams by unlocking collective intelligence and setting strategic goals. Kasia is also affiliated with the University of Cambridge.

Stefan Remhof is Managing Partner of the People Mobility Alliance and Professor of International Management at IU International University. He has profound expertise in the fields of global mobility, expat management and international assignments.