In this episode, Lindsay Bridges, Senior Vice President HR UK & Ireland at DHL joins us on the show to share the benefits and challenges of taking international assignments.

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Episode highlights

[02:11] - How did you get your role at DHL and what has kept you engaged for 10+ years?

[03:26] - Lindsay shares her first international assignment

[06:25] - What impact did this change have on you personally?

[07:50] - What steps did you take to steer your role towards business partnering?

[10:21] - What attracted you to take a new role in Germany?

[12:10] - In this new role, what was the challenge the business was facing?

[12:28] - How can HR add value in this case?

[13:19] - How did you manage returning home to England?

[14:52] - What are the main benefits of taking on international assignments?

[16:14] - Has this experience strengthened your relationship with your family?

[17:09] - HR Leaders Quickfire round?

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The Benefits and Challenges of Taking International Assignments

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