Month: October 2017

My supervisor hinted that they might offer me an international assignment…. I kinda like it but there’ll be some strong spousal conflicts.

Dear AAPAAN – My supervisor hinted that they might offer me an international assignment.  I kinda like it but there’ll be some strong spousal conflicts.  My spouse is on a career track as well and it seems unlikely he can get a comparable job in that country.  I’m torn about turning down such an opportunity […]

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Career

October 26, 2017

How do you blend into the American community, especially in the work environment?

Dear AAPAAN: How do you blend into the American community, especially in the work environment? –Cecilia Cecilia: Your question raises a very complex topic.  To blend in, my simple advice is to go out of your way to spend time with your co-workers.  Do a bit of chitchat each day talking about work and non-work. […]

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Career

October 2, 2017