Entries Written By Jantra
How insurance brokers can adapt to post-pandemic challenges
With 2021 behind us, the world is hoping that the end of the COVID-19 pandemic is in sight. While the past couple of years have undoubtedly been challenging for the insurance industry, it’s also predicted to recover at a faster rate than the wider economy following the pandemic. Many industries have been significantly affected, yet …
Families in global transition in a post-COVID-19 world
Families in global transition have to continuously adapt to change and undergo transitions. Relocating from one’s home country to a host country, or from one host country to another, can be stress- and anxiety-inducing. However, it can also be very rewarding when transitions are handled properly. More and more employers, schools, and relocation management companies …
7 tips for a happy and healthy Thanksgiving
Every year on Thanksgiving, family and friends gather to express gratitude and, well, eat a whole lot of food. As the occasion takes place just once a year, people often go above and beyond when it comes to arranging the feast – with many making preparations months in advance. This year, Thanksgiving occurs amidst an …
Twindemic: What it is and how can you prepare for it this winter
With winter just around the corner and hospitals around the world burdened by COVID-19 patients, flu season is more concerning than usual this year. According to research, the dramatic decline in influenza cases last year could result in a significant rise in flu cases this coming winter. Fears of COVID-19 had many people isolating themselves, …
5 ways to support and manage employees with chronic conditions
The lines between employee health and safety quickly became blurred when the COVID-19 pandemic took the world by storm. Employers had to increase their efforts to care for the health of their workforce by offering hand sanitizer, implementing social distancing measures, and allowing employees to work from home. As offices are starting to reopen, employers …
Expats working abroad: Current and future trends
So many expats are working abroad these days, but why? InterNations’ Expat Insider 2021 survey results found that almost half of working expats (47%) relocated to another country with their careers in mind. Employers were responsible for sending 13% of them abroad while 15% were recruited internationally. The majority (17%) found a job opportunity on …
Microaggressions in the workplace: Why inclusive language is important
If you’re looking for an indicator of workplace toxicity, start by observing the language used at work. Phrases like “where are you really from?” and racist language can make work uncomfortable for employees from marginalized communities. Since race and ethnicity are topics people are often afraid to even discuss, it’s common for microaggressions to go …
An employer’s guide to international relocation
Many organizations decide to move employees internally instead of hiring new staff. With benefits like guaranteed skills and experience, lower training costs, and proven loyalty, it’s easy to see why. Even though there are advantages to internal relocation, there are drawbacks as well. HR is often responsible for helping employees move and settle, which can …
5 workplace wellness trends in 2021
Workplace wellness and health benefits used to be considered as nice perks for employees. Employers who provided these benefits were seen as serious about their duty of care. Plus, they helped companies attract talent. That is, until the COVID-19 pandemic changed things. All of a sudden health and healthcare were on everyone’s mind. Employees needed …
7 ways to attract talented teachers to your school
Did you know? English-speaking international schools around the globe are on the lookout for talented teachers. Generally, international schools that know how to attract talented teachers will typically follow a few best practices when recruiting teachers to their institutions. Not sure where to start for your school? In this Pacific Prime article, we’ll take a …
