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Video Series of Spotlights are Great Tools to Help Employees Accept Relocation Assignments

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Companies with successful relocation programs provide as much information about new locations as possible. This helps their employees and family members gain a favorable impression and acceptance of a relocation assignment. A well-designed video spotlight as part of a video series highlighting many aspects of a location’s offerings and experiences will bring the location to life. The video lets the employee see first-hand how their lives will be enriched with this new experience.

These are the four major benefits of using video for relocation programs:

1. Builds Trust

Companies that provide helpful information build credibility and trust among employees and their families that their welfare and happiness are of great importance in choosing a new location. A video spotlight showing highlights and exciting activities provides peace of mind. Additionally, it boosts the confidence of employees considering a relocation assignment.

2. Brings Location to Life

For employees who have not traveled to a new location, or who have only visited briefly, a video spotlight literally brings the location to life. Images of people visiting local attractions and visually engaging presentations of daily life show the vibrancy of an area. The video gives employees assurance and they can see themselves in the same positive and appealing environment.

3. Easy to Share

Employees often rely on their family, friends, and colleagues in their decision process when it comes to considering a relocation assignment. Since humans process images and scenes much faster than they can process words or sentences, a video is an ideal format to quickly communicate information about a new location. A video spotlight is also easy to share and provides an entertaining presentation. This helps decision-makers feel confident in their recommendations and guidance.

4. Increases Acceptance

Employees considering a relocation assignment are looking for information to help convince them that a relocation assignment will be a valuable experience. Videos have been shown to be highly effective at increasing conversion rates. A robust video spotlight is a valuable tool to help employees and their families decide to accept relocation assignments.

Conclusion

Video spotlights are a highly effective resource that help increase employee acceptance of relocation assignments. Global Mobility Solutions (GMS) provides its clients with video spotlights and several other helpful resources they can share with their employees to promote successful relocations.

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Our team of relocation program experts can provide a wealth of video spotlights, Global Spotlights, North America Spotlights, and other highly valuable resources for your company and your employees. To learn more about our award-winning services, contact us online or give us a call at 800.617.1904 or 480.922.0700 today.

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Does Your Relocation Management Company Provide a Customized, Right-Fit Program?

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Companies achieve the most success with a customized, right-fit program for relocation that is specifically designed to meet their unique requirements. Employees and their families expect a broad range of services to help them during their relocation process. How can you be sure your company is competitive with your relocation program and able to attract and retain the best talent?

Here are five questions you should ask your Relocation Management Company (RMC) to ensure you receive a customized, right-fit program:

Why You Should Choose Global Mobility Solutions for your right-fit program

Does Your Program Align With Our Needs?

Your RMC should thoroughly review and understand your company’s mobility needs, objectives, move patterns, locations, and any other specific requirements. Ask your RMC how the program they provide will address each of these areas. Ask them how it will be in full alignment with your company’s worldwide mobility needs.

Does Your Program Provide Dedicated Account Management and Mobility Consulting?

You should have dedicated account management for your company so you can be sure your needs are met quickly and efficiently. Ask your RMC if they provide mobility consulting so Human Resources, Procurement, and Recruiting team members can have access to expert advice and guidance.

Is There a Single Point of Coordination?

Ask your RMC if they provide a single point of coordination for your employees and their families. Relocating employees should have a dedicated advocate who understands their specific needs. A single point of coordination allows for ease of communication and provides assistance for employees throughout their relocation process.

Does Your Program Provide Access to a World-Class Partner Network?

Your company should have access to a world-class partner network of providers. Employees and their families should receive the best service during their relocation process as it promotes successful relocations. Ask your RMC how they can assure your company receives the highest levels of quality at the lowest cost on a worldwide basis.

What Global Technology Does Your Program Provide?

Your employees and their families should have access to user-friendly tools and features so their relocation process is smooth and easy. Ask your RMC what technology they provide on a global basis. Your employees should always have access to the tools and resources they need, when and where they need it.

Conclusion

The most successful corporate relocation programs are customized, providing a right-fit that aligns with company objectives and employee’s expectations. Global Mobility Solutions (GMS) provides its clients with a Freedom of Choice™ model that sets the industry standard of excellence. For example, we have no affiliation with any service provider. As a result, we make supplier selections by using performance ratings and guaranteed savings. We provide a customized program that is a “Right-Fit” to our client’s needs and requirements.

Our Team of corporate relocation experts can provide a customized, right-fit program for your company. Contact our team of relocation experts to request a presentation, or give us a call at 800.617.1904 or 480.922.0700 today.

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Spouse and Partner Career Support Programs Promote Successful Relocations

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Employees expect their company’s relocation programs to provide a wide range of services, technology, and tools that will help make for an easy and smooth relocation process. Along with services targeted specifically for the transferee, the most successful company relocation programs also provide support programs for spouses and partners. Employee’s family members participate in the relocation process, and as such their buy-in and support can ensure a successful assignment.

When an employee is offered a relocation opportunity, their spouse or partner’s needs should be considered as well. Often a new job for a transferee may mean a job change for their spouse or partner, in addition to relocating to a new location. The more support and information a company provides for spouses and partners, the more likely the relocation will be successful.

Successful company relocation programs should provide the following spouse and partner support services:

Spouse/Partner Pre-Decision Support Programs

Spouses and partners should receive consultation for any questions and concerns they may have about the new location. Local average salary information, cost of living assessments, job market information, community amenities, and specific information about local companies or organizations that may fit the spouse or partner’s career goals are all helpful topics that support spouses and partners in their pre-decision process.

Online Assistance Portal

An online assistance portal that provides information to support local job searches or professional development opportunities in the new location is a welcome addition to a company’s relocation support programs for spouses and partners. Helpful resources such as lists of key employers organized by location and industry, resume posting services, and job search publications and white papers provide spouses and partners with information they need to pursue new opportunities.

Professional Career Services

Many spouses and partners benefit from structured programs that help them create their online personal brand through Linkedin profiles or job search engines, direct job search assistance, resume writing assistance, entrepreneur support, and professional development opportunities. Successful company relocation programs provide a wide range of these support programs so their transferees’ families are prepared to participate in the relocation process with a focus on success.

“The entrepreneur support services provided by my husband’s employer were instrumental to our successful relocation,” noted S. Fernandez, founder and Program Director of TLC Child Enrichment. “As he began his new career, I received extensive assistance to set up a new childcare and preschool business which has grown and provided me with a terrific opportunity.”

Conclusion

The most successful company relocation programs provide a wealth of support programs and services for spouses and partners since they are often key to ensuring a successful relocation. Global Mobility Solutions (GMS) provides its clients with an extensive array of spouse and partner support programs as well as other valuable business services so employee relocations are successful. Our high-touch service model fully extends to helping employee’s families with everything they need during their relocation process.

To learn more about the wide range of spouse and partner support programs we provide, download your industry benchmarking study, contact our team of relocation experts or give us a call at 800.617.1904 or 480.922.0700 today.

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