Helping Global Workers Serve Well

In today’s episode, I had the distinct pleasure of chatting with Curtis McGown, Executive Director at Godspeed Resources Connection (GRC). He is a licensed mental health professional and has experience providing mental health services to quite a few different populations. There are a TON of gems in this conversation so be sure to grab your notepad and pen! Here’s a little sneak peek of what you can expect to hear:

• why many global workers have an extra layer of shame
• the top three disorders global workers experience + how your struggles can help you be better at your job
• how stress affects global workers
• why global workers wait so long to reach out for help
• essential skills to help you be a better global worker
• why living in the unknown prepares you to work abroad
• how American culture differs from many other cultures
• why perspective is everything
• how to support global workers

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Boundaries - When to Say YES, When to Say NO, To Take Control of Your Life by Dr. Henry Cloud

Sharpening Your Interpersonal Skills - one-week training to help prepare (aspiring) global workers

Velvet Ashes - for global worker women

HOW TO BEST SUPPORT GLOBAL WORKERS?

Donate to a non-profit organization such as Global Resources Connection (used for scholarships for those who cannot afford mental health services and travel for global workers)

Pray.

Send cards, pictures, updates, and care packages.

HOW TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH CURTIS

Email - [email protected]

Website - www.godspeedresources.org

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