differences between German expatriate managers and their local subordinates. Therefore predeparture training and development … expatriates in China and Brazil in German companies. When, how often and which strategies are used to prepare the expatriate for …

. It is argued that narratives express the richness and diversity of human experience and thus challenge simplistic …

Purpose – This paper aims to propose and explain a procedure for developing practical wisdom in novice managers. Design … empirical case study that was conducted by the author, to test the heuristic value of the model for novice managers. Findings … applications of the model demonstrated its capacity to illuminate the thinking and actions of senior managers for novices. Research …

narratives embedded within coaching conversations. Originality/value – Literary techniques are used as a means to analyse the …

learning history for it to allow analysis of discursive practices. Practical implications – With this instrument, managers can …

‐initiated expatriates in one geographical location were conducted and used for data analysis. Findings – The metaphor of a “river” more … aptly captures the career development directions and influences experienced by skilled self‐initiated expatriates …‐initiated expatriates. It provides useful information and recommendations for career (international career) academics and practitioners with …