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Corporate mobility policies and programs should be designed to meet the needs of the business, while maintaining enough flexibility to meet the unique needs of an individual employee. Cross cultural preparation for families is essential. The most common family challenges faced are: spousal career issues, family adjustments and children���s education. Delivering the right support to the employees and their families during the first critical months before and after their move could mean the difference between success and failure of the assignment. In order to attract the best talent for an international assignment it is essential that companies highlight the leadership responsibilities and opportunities associated with the prospective role rather than stressing the global aspects of the assignment. Focus should be placed on the skills required to achieve results. Some talent management functions actually utilize psychometric testing for the individual and the family in order to ensure that they have the capability to adapt to a new culture. Executives who undertake international assignments fill important strategic roles and their success has a large impact on the business. Employers need to be clear on expected deliverables and the timeframe allocated for their accomplishment. Most importantly the employer must be as specific as possible regarding what will happen at the end of the assignment. HYLAND