Being confronted with many changes in their work as well as in their private life, expatriates face the challenges of persistence and success during their assignment. These challenges are even bigger obstacles for success when the expatriate is assigned to a leading position.
This means he or she not only has to deal with the personal performance and adjustment to the new environment but is expected to take over responsibility for a group of people and their task performance as well. The respective leadership tasks in expatriation additionally imply cross-cultural leadership in most cases. This takes leadership in an expatriate assignment to a whole new level.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Expatriation
- Performance abroad
- Leadership in cultural diverse settings
- Challenges
- Requirements
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text examines the unique challenges and requirements for effective leadership in expatriate assignments. It explores the complexities of managing a team in a foreign cultural context, considering factors such as cultural values, leadership styles, and the impact of globalization on international business operations.
- The impact of cultural differences on leadership effectiveness
- The importance of cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence for successful expatriate leadership
- Challenges arising from different cultural perceptions of leadership styles and organizational hierarchies
- The role of cross-cultural training and education in preparing expatriate leaders for success
- The importance of aligning leadership styles with the cultural context of the foreign subsidiary
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the context for the study by outlining the increasing reliance on expatriates in today's global business environment. It highlights the specific challenges faced by expatriate leaders, particularly those responsible for managing teams in foreign countries.
- Expatriation: This chapter defines the concept of expatriation and discusses its growing importance in international business. It explores the motivations behind expatriation, both for companies and individuals, and the benefits associated with international assignments for both parties.
- Performance abroad: This chapter examines the factors that influence expatriate performance, focusing on the cultural context and its impact on role expectations and performance recognition. It emphasizes the distinct challenges associated with leading a team in a foreign culture.
- Leadership in cultural diverse settings: This chapter delves into the complexities of cross-cultural leadership, highlighting the need for leaders to adapt their styles and approaches to different cultural contexts. It examines the role of culture in shaping leadership expectations and the potential impact of cultural differences on team dynamics.
- Challenges: This chapter outlines the specific challenges faced by expatriate leaders, including cultural differences in leadership perceptions, power distance, and individualism. It emphasizes the need for leaders to be culturally sensitive and adaptable to thrive in a diverse workplace.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key concepts and topics explored in this text include expatriate leadership, cross-cultural leadership, cultural intelligence, emotional intelligence, power distance, individualism, leadership styles, cultural adaptation, and the impact of globalization on international business operations.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2014, Leadership and expatriates. Factors for successful assignments abroad, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1036999
