is scheduled to begin at 1:00pm Eastern (10:00am Pacific) April 30, 2008

1. Welcome!Please standby. The Experience Professional Development Series Webinar:Global Career Strategies:Realities, Trends and Tips for Finding a Job Overseas is scheduled to begin at1:00pm Eastern (10:00am Pacific)April 30, 2008

2. Global Career Strategies:Realities, Trends and Tips for Finding a Job Overseas Mary Anne Thompson Founder and President Going Global, Inc. Experience Professional Development Series Webinar April 30, 2008

3. Going Global Expand your horizons…your career…your future Going Global Inc.

4. Future global executives will: Commute on a regional basis Permanently move/become a local hire Be part of a global team “Contract” executives on short term assignments Increased focus on spousal careers; 18% of “trailing spouses” are male EXPAT TRENDS Going Global Inc.

5. Full expat package only for top jobs Trend towards hiring “Leaner” expats – from developing countries; young (30), single and no children Increase in international transfers; finding skilled locals to replace expats still a challenge Reverse strategies – sending employees from developing countries to HQ – groomed to return home (some jump boat!) EXPAT TRENDS Going Global Inc.

6. FUTURE DEMOGRAPHICS: By 2010 Europe population falls, US stable, Asia/Africa grow By 2010 developing countries will have 87% of the world’s population; 50% of workforce in India and China By 2050 population = 9 billion (+40%); Population in poor countries skyrockets; largest population increase in 50 poorest nations. Greatest Population Growth: - India - Nigeria - Pakistan - Congo - Brazil - Uganda - China - Ethiopia Going Global Inc.

7. Biggest Obstacles to Global Mobility Family/partner issues Desire to be closer to family Health issues/special needs Education options for children Language/cultural challenges Economic climate/cost of new location Personal security GO OR STAY? Going Global Inc.

8. Employer must be able to prove attempt to hire local (2 tests) Immigration law may depend on home country Employers must apply for permit; permit issued for specific job. Hiring law firm for permit process may improve your prospects (Fragomen.com) WORK PERMITS Going Global Inc.

9. Start working at base – especially D.C. Embassies Trade Associations Country Trade Offices Personal networks Fellow students/alumni association Professional associations Former employers GOING GLOBAL Going Global Inc.

10. Talk to someone with experience in both cultures; ask for candid feedback Find local job expert to make resume “culturally correct” Identify a niche that locals cannot fill Read foreign newspapers—Financial Times (pay attention to mergers and acquisitions) JOB HUNTING TIPS Going Global Inc.

11. Have business cards printed Ask for “info meeting” – not an interview Mid-level companies may be best bet Read publications (mergers/new business) Volunteer to get foot in door GOING GLOBAL Going Global Inc.

12. Outside US: photos; personal info; handwritten cover letter; chronological format; very date restricted; not as detailed Resume/CV standards: two pages in length; use 10-12 pt. font; no web resumes; print before emailing Expanded education details are important Choose words carefully – use industry terminology that is common worldwide RESUME/CV ADVICE Going Global Inc.

13. Make the link (visit web site/annual report) Build like an inverted pyramid Qualification summary at top – quantify key selling points Key assets: Language abilities Multi-cultural experience Relevant work experience/education RESUME/CV TIPS Going Global Inc.

14. High tolerance for change/stress Function well in ambiguous situations Self confidence Strong communication and people skills Adaptable and flexible Sincere interest in culture ISE ATTRIBUTES Going Global Inc.

15. Students with global work aspirations should consider study abroad programs that: are conducted in the local language last for a full academic year include an internship component house students with host country nationals attend courses offered by the host university STUDY ABROAD Going Global Inc.

16. Available – be ready to go when opportunity arises Flexible Open to meeting employer’s needs Position Location Affordability Be realistic and reasonable Lower hassle factor Negotiate Local benefits Personal needs ENHANCE YOUR CHANCES Going Global Inc.

17. Thank You

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21. Professional Development Series • Save the date for our next webinar • July 30, 2008 @ 1:00pm EST • Follow-up evaluation • Please Give Us Your Feedback!

22. Q & A Session If you would like to ask a question, please press *1 on your telephone keypad.

23. Thanks for Participating! Mary Anne Thompson Going Global, Inc. www.goinglobal.com Experience, Inc. support@experience.com 800-583-7741