Unique Gift For Anyone Relocating

A corporate relocation is only as successful as the transition of the executive spouse. Yet at times, the family’s practical needs are prioritized over emotional needs.

For the relocation expert who wants to go one step further and really stand out in the industry, there is a unique relocation gift you can use to add value to your services.

Whether you are a real estate agent, relocation company, human resource director, recruiter, corporate temporary housing company, consider meeting the unspoken (yet incredibly important) needs of the executive spouse.

The spouse or life partner of the relocating executive is typically feeling overwhelmed and emotionally drained as a result of all the responsibilities heaped upon her. Yet her emotional well-being often gets lost in the move, taking a back seat to tactical responsibilities like finding the right home or getting settled in temporary housing.

WE’RE MOVING WHERE??? Five Steps to Relocation Ease, is a new book that contains a simple five-step process that will keep her focused on her own success, so that the family can experience success in the family room and the boardroom.

Providing this book that has been written specifically to meet her needs will make her feel valued during a process where the spotlight is often mostly on the relocating executive.

The gift of this book brings the executive spouse out of the shadows and into the light, acknowledging her as an equal partner in this move. This book will be as valuable to her emotional well-being as a GPS is to her geographic needs.

For a personalized touch, request a signed copy of the book, or combine your purchase with a package of relocation coaching sessions just for her.

Corporate relocation is a major life transition. This book makes it easier.

Separation Due to Relocation

When your spouse or life partner is living in another city for a period of time during your relocation, you find yourself saying farewell on a weekly basis. The first few times that happens can be particularly painful if you are not prepared. You may experience unexpected feelings of abandonment and loss.

It can be very helpful to take time to discuss the weekly departures with your spouse/partner so that you avoid last-minute meltdowns. While it is perfectly okay and understandable to have an emotional storm come out of the blue, it may help you feel more settled if you are able to process the grief more thoroughly.

I recommend creating a goodbye ritual that you adhere to no matter what, such as:

• Handwritten notes tucked into his suitcase or her pillow.

• Each partner keeping a talisman of sorts – a special rock with a word written on it that symbolizes union or strength.

• A certain quote or phrase that infuses hope, strength and connection, that can be spoken to one another at parting, e.g.,“ Our love and connection crosses state lines.”

Being able to keep in touch via cell phone, Skype video calls, and texting can all make weekly goodbyes much less painful. The goal is to keep these connections thriving.