Ep.26: The Benefits of Expat Coaching with Annegret Bertsch and Stefan Remhof

Show notes

Summary: In this episode of the Global People Mobility Podcast, host Stefan Remhof speaks with Annegret Bertsch, an expert expat coach. They discuss the importance of coaching for expats, the challenges faced during international assignments, and the cultural differences encountered when moving between countries. Annegret shares her personal experiences living in the US, China, and Germany, highlighting the significance of finding purpose and adapting to new environments. The conversation also touches on the evolving trends in global mobility, including the impact of AI and the need for companies to focus on employee well-being.

Key Insights:

• Expert coaching is vital for expats and their families.
• Cultural differences can significantly impact adaptation.
• Finding purpose can enhance the expat experience.
• Open-mindedness and curiosity are essential skills for expats.
• Coaching can help address feelings of isolation and guilt.
• Trust in the company is crucial for expat families.
• AI and flexibility are shaping the future of global mobility.
• Well-being support is increasingly important for expatriates.
• Effective communication is key in intercultural settings.
• Personal growth is possible through international experiences.

Authors: Annegret Bertsch, ECPC, is a solution-focused coach with a diploma from Erickson Coaching International. She guides expatriates and their families through the challenges of living abroad, including culture shock, expat guilt, and repatriation, helping them thrive in new cultures and maximize their overseas experience.

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.