When companies assess the success of an international assignment, the focus is almost always on the employee. Performance metrics, project delivery, leadership effectiveness, and team alignment dominate the conversation. Yet after decades of living and working in Indonesia with expatriate families, one truth becomes clear again and again: many assignments ...
And what expat leaders should do differently Why Indonesia Feels Like a Contradiction for Leaders If you lead a team in Indonesia—or you are moving here for a new role—2026 can feel like a contradiction. On one hand, the global playbook is loud and clear: AI everywhere, skills-based hiring, leaner ...
Gene Sugandy | Jan 13, 2026
If you arrive in Indonesia—or begin a new work year here—with a familiar New Year mindset of fresh targets, clean calendars, and January momentum, you may quickly feel confused or even frustrated by the reality on the ground. It’s not that Indonesians don’t care about goals, progress, or performance. They ...
Gene Sugandy | Jan 6, 2026
The holiday season in Indonesia feels different from what many expats are used to, especially those coming from countries where Christmas brings cold weather, decorated neighborhoods, and a noticeable slowdown in daily routines. In Indonesia, December is lively, warm, and filled with its own rhythm—blending festive atmosphere, school breaks, family ...
Gene Sugandy | Dec 4, 2025
In recent years, the conversation around expatriates in Indonesia has become more heated. Social media comments, policy changes, and corporate cost-cutting have all raised the same question: “Do we still need expats in Indonesia?” At the same time, Indonesia has seen a steady inflow of foreign investment and international brands ...
Gene Sugandy | Dec 1, 2025
Living in Indonesia offers an incredible cultural experience, but it also comes with a reality that many newcomers underestimate: this is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. If an earthquakes, floods, fires, or volcanic eruption happened today, are you emergency- ready here in Indonesia? If the infrastructure ...
Gene Sugandy | Nov 21, 2025
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