How can employers best use their globally aware employees?
Sister Bookser: The desire to give back to the community has become an important part of many businesses, whether or not they consider themselves to be global companies, so hiring employees who share this interest helps them to further that part of their business mission. Many companies are recognizing that not only is it the right thing to do, but it also makes good business sense to be a good corporate citizen. Seager: Globally aware employees are looking for a lot of stimulation. Even companies with a purely local customer base should find out where their employees’ strengths are. And if they’re globally aware, don’t chain them to their desks. Give them service projects to coordinate. The globally aware employee is constantly looking for the next challenge and the next way to use his or her strengths. It’s important to keep those employees engaged and give them the opportunity to try new things and be challenged. SISTER MARY BOOKSER is the coordinator of service learning at the Coll
