$1.)$ Begin your paper with a research$-$based discussion of expatriates: what are they? What are issues they face in the workplace? How can companies prepare them and manage their expectations$/$workload$?$

$2\mathrm{.}4$ Using the case, explain the situation that occurred with relation to International Women's Day at Birkenshire Corporation. Why was it problematic? How was it perceived$/$received$?$ What was the intent?

$3.)$ After reading the responses to the gift that was offered, how do you feel gender, national origin, and globalization were factors in the discussion? Explain using examples from the case.

$4.)$ Based on the mixed reviews to the gift, do you feel that HR and leadership needed to respond? Why or why not? If so$,$ how do you suggest they intercede?

$5.)$ Conclude your paper with a discussion of mixing cultures and traditions in the workplace. How do companies effectively navigate the many expectations and rituals of different groups of people in a way that is respectful, honorable and just? Use research to justify your perspective.

$6.)$ Write in a clear, cogent, and analytic style. Integrate relevant sources in addition to the textbook when answering elements $1-6.$ Apply APA formatting to citations and references.