Relocation to Nepal

Contents:

Introduction about Nepal Traits Of An International Manager Difference In Communication Skills In Nepal
Impact On Our Business Need Of Relocation Training And Inclusion Of Spouse HR Designing Program

About Nepal..

The rich culture of Nepal is a unique combination of tradition and novelty.The traditions are followed as they were and new customs are created to keep pace with the changing times. The mountain kingdom of Nepal is multi-ethic and multi-lingual.The land is rich with unique cultural groups like Tharu,Yadav, Ahir, Newars and others.

People Of Nepal: Nepalese are culturally warm, hospitable and affectionate hosts who place their heart above their head. Religion is the lifeblood of the Nepalese. Officially it is a Hindu country, but in practice the religion is a syncretism of Hindu and Buddhist beliefs.

Art and Crafts of Nepal: The 2 millennium old Hindu and Buddhist heritage has survived various onslaughts and is still influencing the Nepalese art and craft tradition.
Nepali Music: The rhythm, beats, bounce of Nepali traditional folk and classical music is spiritual, entertaining and is associated with every event in Nepal. E.g. birth, marriage, festivals or National events.

Fairs and Festivals in Nepal: it has a vibrant Hindu past and that's reflected in most of its festivals and celebrations. Nepal has had a constant history of cultural exchange with India. Therefore most of the Hindu festivals that are celebrated in India are celebrated in Nepal like Dipawali and Holi. Cuisines of Nepal: The most prevalent and main course Nepali dish is 'Daal, Bhaat and Tarkaari' (lentils, rice, vegetable curry respectively).

Language Of Nepal:Almost all of these ethnic groups have their own languages. Official language: Nepali or Nepalese. Others: Newari (spoken by Newar community), Bhojpuri, Awadhi and Maithali (spoken by immigrants from Bihar, Utter Pradesh)

Traits of an International manager

Cross-cultural skills: Ability to identify cultural differences and overcome them by choosing the right form of communication and by adapting the management practices to the local context. Analytical skills: To refine their ability to scale up, reduce complexity and find the right mix between local adaptation, cross-border standardization and global merchandize. Technical skills: to be able to think through issues about the firm: foreign market selection; market entry timing and speed; choice of market entry mode; offshoring decisions; transfer pricing etc

TO SUM UP..

Strong communication skills-verbal and nonverbal. Well educated about market, internationalnational issues, firms and business.
Diplomatic and mature attitude in making relationships. Flexible, adaptive and sensitive to a new culture.

Stress manager and Conflict resolver.

Cultural differences in Nepal

Affection between men and women is selfdom expressed. Hugging or hand- holding are offensive. But it is acceptable for two men to walk hand in hand. Bargaining is to be expected. Dont bargain if youre not really interested. If your price is accepted, dont try to back out, and dont try to get an even lower price.

Clothing is conservative. Men should not go bare- chest and shorts should be avoided. Women should avoid bare shoulders or shorts. Ties and suits are not necessary except for special occasions. Jutho (impurity) refers to food that is ritually polluted and therefore inedible; any food which has come into contact, either directly or indirectly with the month becomes jutho.

How communication skills in Nepal change..

Anger is best not expressed openly. It causes you and the person youre mad at loss of face.
Baksheesh is an extra payment for a service performed and is usually given to porters or laborers at the end of the job. (money or clothes)

Conversations may have dead patches. Nepalese are not uncomfortable with silence. Gifts are rarely given and seldom opened in front of the person who has given it.

Heads are sacred and should be treated with respect. Never take a topi (hat) off a mans head, even in fun. Invitations often arrive at the last moment. Dont be surprised or offended, it happens to everyone. If youre busy, even a short appearance is enough.
Left hand is never used to pass or accept things, whether food at the table or money with a shopkeeper.

Impact on business

Creating a positive global image of the organisation. Bringing in new business deals and increasing future perspectives. Better Inter-organizational and Intra-organizational healthy relationships.

Increase in goodwill, trust and confidence with firm.

Need for Relocation Training:

To find suitable candidates Better understanding of a new culture, work environment, people in the new country
For improving the career growth of the employees Adjusting to new environment by getting prepared To eliminate Partner Dissatisfaction (spouse training program) To remove the fear of relocation of employees For making the manager more confidence and ready

Benefits and need of spouse training

Prepares the individual/family mentally for the move and provide counselling To increase cross cultural understanding Reduces stress and anxiety Motivates and increase confidence To make the family comfortable in a new environment

To reduce the chances of relocation failure

Relocation Training for International Assignees: Why is it so important?

Its not difficult to imagine the stress an international assignee might experience when changing his/her comfortable office to an unfamiliar one in Nepal. International assignees often react to stress by expressing some of the following: General fatigue Lack of efficiency Lack of initiative Difficulty prioritizing Slower reaction to time Frustration and irritation

Training Programme:
It is carried out to help the candidate be prepared for the move. It has many categories like :

Cross Cultural Relocation Training Culture and Language Training Culture Shock training International Assignment Programme Spouse Training Assistance over telephone Repatriation Training

It includes steps like:

Conduct Psychological test of the candidates Choose a few candidates whom you want send for the project Select the most suitable candidates Conduct Relocation Training which includes teaching about communication skills, cultural differences

Conduct spouse training so as to involve family

Give knowledge about organisation and work assignment thoroughly

Best Practices to Support Assignees

Welcoming and orientation. Provide a point of contact for the newly arrived family. Employment liaison. Finding purposeful work for spouses can be key to successful adjustment, and the provision of multiple employment resources should be made available Education liaison. Most relocation companies provides information and contacts for local schools, but offering managed support programs for youths and childcare resources is also beneficial. Information and resource management. Making resources such as internet and intranet access is helpful in the interim period until home access is established, as well as literature and events in the local culture. Guidance and referral. Offering services such as confidential counseling, as well as resources and referrals for such issues as divorce, spouse/child abuse, adoption, death, and mental health concerns. Community liaison. Cultivate relationships with community and social organizations and local resources that can benefit expatriates. Events and cultural programming. Cultural events as well as informative programs and workshops on host-country culture help families to orient and adjust to the new culture. Crisis management and security liaison. Relaying security information to the community.This includes ensuring crisis preparedness, emergency evacuation information through alerts and seminars, as well as rebuilding the community after a crisis.

International Training and Development is Not a Cost

It is an Investment

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