The Problem!
Incongruence between expatriate's expectations & reality back in home country.
Accurate expectations
= Better adjustment & performance
Need to shape accurate expatriate re-entry expectations.
(1) Career counseling & identify possible difficulties
(2) Inform on changes in home country organization
(3) Shorten duration of International Assignment
(4) Assign 'mentors' back in the home organization
Convey important info throughout international assignment.
(5) The Shadow System
Commonly used by European MNEs.