Benjamin Bader

Evidence, Insight, Impact: The MasteringGM® Podcast

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Evidence, Insight, Impact is the podcast for busy Global Mobility and international HR leaders who want clear, research-driven thinking without the noise. Each episode distills complex ideas into practical, usable insights — from translating academic studies into real-world lessons, to commenting on emerging trends, to occasional conversations with experts shaping the future of mobility. Designed to fit into a demanding schedule, episodes are short, focused, and grounded in evidence. If you want to make better decisions, think more strategically, and bring real impact to your GM practice, this...

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Benjamin Bader

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Psychological Contracts and Why They Matter in Global Mobility 21.01.2026 5:22

Episode Description  In this episode, Ben explores the concept of psychological contracts and why they are central to understanding success and failure in global mobility assignments. The episode explains what psychological contracts are, how they form, and why they are particularly fragile in expatriate contexts. Drawing on current research and ongoing work in this area, it highlights why ma...

From Stretch to Strategy: What Global Mobility Needs in 2026 14.01.2026 3:50

Episode Description In this episode, Benjamin Bader reflects on what global mobility really needs as organisations move into 2026. Rather than focusing on disruption or the next big trend, the episode argues that the coming year is about direction, focus, and strategic clarity. It explores how global mobility functions can move from constant stretch toward more intentional, sustainable ways of wor...

When Cultural Distance Really Matters in Global Mobility 07.01.2026 5:34

Episode Description In this episode, Ben introduces and discusses a well-known academic study on cultural distance and expatriate failure rates by Arup Varma and Chun Wang. Rather than focusing on whether cultural distance matters, the episode explores when it matters — and what organisations can actually do to reduce failure risk in global mobility assignments. What This Episode Covers • why cult...

ROI in Global Mobility Special: From Cost Justification to Value Readiness 30.12.2025 10:20

Episode Description  In this special bonus episode, Ben takes a deeper look at one of the most persistent and challenging topics in Global Mobility: return on investment (ROI). Moving beyond narrow financial calculations, the episode explores why ROI in Global Mobility is often misunderstood, how value is actually created, and why many ROI conversations get stuck before they become meaningful...

What 2025 Revealed About Global Mobility 17.12.2025 4:48

Episode Description In this episode, Benjamin Bader reflects on what 2025 revealed about global mobility. Rather than a year of major disruption, 2025 exposed accumulated pressure, rising expectations, and structural tensions within many global mobility functions. The episode offers a calm, strategic perspective on why global mobility teams feel stretched — and what this means looking ahead. What...

A Smarter Way to Learn About Global Mobility 12.12.2025 4:21

In this introductory episode, Professor Benjamin Bader explains the idea behind Evidence, Insight, Impact and why this podcast exists. With busy Global Mobility and international HR leaders in mind, the podcast is designed to make high-quality research, current thinking, and practical insight more accessible — without the need to read lengthy reports or academic papers. What This Podcast Is About:...