If you wish to attend the Life Intro
course you should contact us at +45 3332 0530 or info@lifein.dk
Introduction
A 2-day workshop focusing on cross cultural awareness and
adaptability, cultural differences, organisational culture,
building network and creating a satisfying family life. Taking care
of the expat challenge Life in Denmark provides the expat with the
tools and knowledge for a proper adjustment.
The transition to a life in Denmark is a demanding situation
with potential pitfalls for the entire family. The quicker the
expatriate, the spouse and the family are introduced to
cross-cultural differences the quicker and happier the
transition.
An introduction to Danish culture, social life, leadership and
work culture, general facts, do’s and don’ts will socially bond the
participants through exchange of experiences.
The Life Intro course objectives are:
Understand the challenges of living and working in Denmark for
expatriates.
Develop skills that improve satisfaction and well-being while
living abroad.
Understand your own culture and how it differs from Danish
culture.
Become more sensitive and open to cultural differences.
Understand and have developed your Cross Cultural
Adaptability.
Develop your ability to build trust across cultures.
Understand the importance of a strong family and social network
to a successful stay in Denmark.
“How do I prepare me and my family for living and working
abroad?”
More than 60% of people who undertake moving to a new country to
work for an extended period of time underperform, return early or
experience various social and personal problems.
Expatriation is expensive in terms of actual and hidden costs.
Actual costs are often over 50,000 Euros. Hidden costs, e.g.
reduced productivity, loss of talent, replacement of key personnel,
can be substantially more. There’s a lot at stake for both the
expatriate and the organization.
Great performers don’t automatically make good expatriates
The Life Intro course is developmental and practical. Successful
expatriation requires sensitivity, flexibility, openness and a will
to succeed. Participants will be provided with feedback on their
strengths and weaknesses in relation to their Cross Cultural
Adaptability. Cultural sensitivity is developed by exploring
differences in cultural preferences including a direct comparison
of own cultural characteristics to the target culture.
Culture-Shock is a perfectly normal psychological, attitudinal
and even physical reaction to unfamiliar environments. In this
course we deal with the challenges that bring about moving to a new
country. This country may be just across the border or on the other
side of the world. None is immune to culture-shock. It is a total
immersion phenomenon and you need to be prepared for it.
Moving families requires special considerations
“One of the key factors for a successful expatriation is
creating a supportive social environment. When families move
abroad, it is important to consider the problem from a much broader
perspective. Most organizations fail to take social and personal
factors into consideration.”, Skip Bowman, Cross Cultural and
Expatriate Specialist
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