international mobility – united kingdom (1 DAY)
Getting used to the country
1. Understanding the United Kingdom
• The world view of the United Kingdom
• The attachment to their traditions while remaining a modern country
• The importance of free trade, historically and today
• A country of immigration
2. British values and behaviours
• A country full of local accents, class and culture indicators
• Rules of play, “fairplay” and the right to be different
• Pragmatism and disregard for (too much) intellectualism
Getting used to socialisation patterns
3. British communication styles
• Implicit and explicit culture at the same time
• The marvellous and incomprehensible British humour
• Learning “small talk” to make introductions easier
4. Living and socialising with the British
• Habits and ways of life
• Codes in social life: courtesy, gifts, dress code, sensitive subjects, etc.
• Taking an interest in sports, television, news to have things to talk about
• Education, school and family
ADAPTING TO EVERYDAY LIFE
5. Expatriate life in the United Kingdom
• Moving and everyday life: procedures, accommodation, health, etc
• Leisure, expat communities
• Schools, extracurricular activities, sports.
6. Focus on your expatriation city
• Getting your bearings, moving around the city
• Unmissable things to see and do
7. Making your expatriation a success
• Preparing for adaptation phases
• Practical advice, questions-answers
• Action plan: plan and objectives for the expatriate and their family.