Product Description

This book not only covers the practical aspects of relocating; it enters unchatered territory, laying emotional and cultural groundwork to help the expatriate thrive.

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Product Details

Publisher	Nicholas Brealey Publishing
ISBN	1857883209
Format	Paperback
Author	Melissa Brayer Hess,Patricia Linderman
EAN	9781857883206
Label	Nicholas Brealey Publishing
Dewey Decimal Number	648.9
Studio	Nicholas Brealey Publishing
Number Of Pages	270
Title	Expert Expatriate: Your Guide to Successful Relocation Abroad--Moving, Living, Thriving
Publication Date	2002-04-25
Manufacturer	Nicholas Brealey Publishing

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Customer Reviews

A Fantastic Find

Review by Gabrielle S., 2010-07-13

My boyfriend and I will be leaving the country for an extended stay in Thailand. Where to begin preparing for our trip? "The Expert Expat" was a fantastic preparatory tool for us. We've been reading it and marking it up as we go through, highlighting things to remember for now, and things that will be useful in the future. What's really wonderful about it is how matter-of-fact it is, and how non-intimidating. I feel like the authors are just old family friends offering me (extremely practical and prudent!) advice.

I highly recommend this title to anyone leaving the country!

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Great Resource, fun to read...

Review by M. Hurst, 2010-02-22

Great Resource! This book is fun to read and very detailed. Great job!

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It's just ok

Review by Jami, 2010-01-28

This book is a good overview of the process and provides some good tips and checklists, but it is not the comprehensive guide I was hoping for. It didn't really reveal any information I had not already considered. I'm still debating if it is worth the space in my suitcase to take with me.

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Much Appreciated Resource!

Review by Kristi Streiffert, 2009-10-02

This book is aimed above all at couples and families moving to another country for a temporary assignment. If you're in that situation, and especially if you're the one accompanying your employed wife, husband or partner, I think you'll find the authors of this book (and the many other expats they quote) to be experienced, honest and encouraging companions as you navigate the move, culture shock, a new language, kids' adjustment and schooling, security and health issues, and finding a new niche for yourself as an accompanying partner overseas. The book is aimed at expats of all nationalities, so it doesn't contain specific information about taxes, voting, etc. What it does offer is a wealth of wise advice and hundreds of tips from experienced expats to help you anticipate and face the very real challenges and make the most of the adventure ahead of you.

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Not impressed

Review by Larry, 2009-07-30

I bought this book with high expectations. It is text which repeates the obvious. There is no deep thought or significant key tidbits...it is all stuff you would learn by moving once or twice. Key information like...'if you move to Germany and don't speak the language the transition may be difficult..." Well no kidding...if I move to Athens and do not speak Greek I would expect that buying a house may be a challenge.

If you have ever been in the military and been oversees you know far more than what this book has. I expected information like: Tips on staying current with your US/State taxes, how to vote, what the embassy will do for you, where to bank, how to put money into your retirement and social security...maybe even some health care/insurance tips. There was virtually none of this. Save your money there is far better information on the Web.

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