Host-country national networks and expatriate effectiveness: A mixed-methods study

• 成果类型: Article
• 署名作者: Bruning, Nealia S.; Sonpar, Karan; Wang, Xiaoyun
• 署名单位: University of Manitoba; University College Dublin
• 刊物名称: JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS STUDIES
• ISSN/ISSBN: 0047-2506
• DOI: 10.1057/jibs.2012.5
• 发表日期: 2012
• 页码: 444-450
• 关键词: expatriation/repatriation; networks; Multiple regression analysis; qualitative/quantitative comparisons

摘要

This paper integrates research on personality, dissonance and social networks to explore how expatriate interactions with host-country nationals (HCNs) are associated with expatriate effectiveness. A mixed-methods study with expatriates working in China reveals that extraversion is positively related to overall performance. A paradox is also noted: whereas higher network ties with HCN colleagues are positively associated with performance, they are negatively associated with adjustment. Interviews extend the survey results, and highlight how the unclear boundaries between work and home impact on HCN network relationships. Journal of International Business Studies (2012) 43, 444-450. doi: 10.1057/jibs.2012.5