With the continuous advancement of economic globalization, more and more Chinese enterprises have begun to "go global", and a large number of employees have also been dispatched to work overseas. Among them, there are many outstanding women, such as Huang Zhen in the article, who have made important contributions to the company's global development by exerting their abilities overseas.
However, female "expatriates" also face some unique dilemmas. For example, due to the constraints of traditional concepts, women's "going out" is still considered by some people to be discouraged.
In addition, the conflict between family and career also makes female expatriate employees in a dilemma. The unfamiliarity of the overseas working environment also puts a lot of pressure on women to adapt.
Specifically, the first is gender discrimination against female expatriate employees. Many local men and bosses will frequently ask questions about the appearance, age, marital status and other issues of female employees, which will make women embarrassed. Some male leaders will also put forward non-specific requirements for female subordinates, which brings huge psychological pressure to female expatriate employees.
Second, women are more likely to develop homesickness. Living in a foreign country and lack of self-care skills can lead to a sense of loneliness and helplessness among female expatriate employees. Missing their children also often makes it difficult for women who are far away from home. Coupled with the barriers caused by cultural differences, female expatriates often struggle to adapt to local Xi culture.
For example, in some countries, women are blinded when they participate in social and social activitiesIn other countries, women who do not participate in these activities are considered not "team players". This brings great confusion to women's self-positioning.
It can be said that these are all torments that are difficult for male expatriates to experience. Perhaps the biggest blow to female expatriates is the cold reception they have encountered in interpersonal relationships.
Whether it's the estrangement from colleagues or the indifference of the local people, women will be hit hard in a foreign country. The lack of close friends makes the life even worse.
In fact, behind these problems is an underestimation of the potential of female expatriate employees. People are Xi judging a woman through the lens of traditional gender roles and ignoring her potential to fulfill heavy responsibilities.
The result is often criticism and psychological pressure on her, which in turn affects her work status.
Therefore, the most important thing to really help female expatriates who are on the front line is to change the traditional thinking about the role of women.
Whether it is words or actions, women should be treated with the respect they deserve. Enterprises should also pay attention to strengthening the care for female employees from the institutional and cultural levels, and give them enough understanding and space.
When female expatriates are no longer burdened by social concepts and psychological burdens, they will be able to shine on the international stage and make greater contributions to the world for Chinese enterprises.
Therefore, giving trust and support to women is an important part of promoting the progress of an era.