Last week, I spoke to a former expat whom had lived in several countries over the span of his career. We engaged in a very lively conversation about my Third Culture Adult concepts. At one point during our discussion, the topic moved from one of great adventures, identity impacts, challenges and benefits of their children (TCKs) to the challenges experienced by his wife during his career, that were related to her promoting her own career and interests.
He is now retired. During their expatriate career and lifestyle, there were few resources available to assist his spouse with finding creative alternatives for this dilemma. Has this been your experience? If so, how did you manage dual careers? Were you successful? Any great suggestions for our readers?
If you are an expat and looking for some great books to read on this topic, especially on portable entrepreneurship and book publishing, head on over to my friend, Jo Parfitt's website . This website contains articles, newsletters, and a cornucopia of books on expatriate living and offers cookbooks as well!! Jo has met and confronted the challenges of being accompanying spouse and has dedicated herself to helping other spouses be able to do the same.
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