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What will be an ideal response?
Student answers will vary but should include the following key points: Bill Heyman, principal of an executive search firm, states “International PR roles present a high degree of difficulty and show that a candidate can navigate different cultures, manage across distances and time zones--even overcome language barriers. It is a good indication that you are a well-rounded, intelligent person who isn’t afraid of a challenge.” Richard Marshall, from another executive search firm, adds “International experience sets candidates apart and puts them in a better position to succeed, in our view.” Michael Fanning described experiencing cross-cultural assimilation, learning new skills, developing a second language capability, exploring new countries and making new international friends.
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