Question 39

Horatio is a virtual expatriate based in the U.S., managing operations in France and Belgium for his company. What disadvantage of working as a virtual expatriate is Horatio likely to experience?

		The top personnel at the headquarters will tend to ignore his advice.
		His family will need to be uprooted.
		He may find it difficult to build close contact with subordinates and customers.
		He will risk losing out on promotions at corporate headquarters.
		He will likely lack the understanding of how home-office politics influence decisions.