In the role of Eric: 1- Summarize your thoughts on the problems at hand, alternative solutions and your strategy on how to proceed at the forthcoming meeting. 2- How will your proposal solve the problems you have defined? 3 -How can you defend your solution from budgetary concerns? In what way is your approach both a solution to the problems of expatriates at Tex-Mark and a good economic investment? Step back out of role and answer the following: 1- Does Eric's personal background assist in his assessment of the problems he faces? 2- Would you have approached this situation differently? If so, what benefits would your different approach provide for Tex-Mark