Expat Enterprise Community — Professional Guidelines

1. Purpose of the Community

The Expat Entrepreneurs Community exists to:

Connect globally minded founders and professionals living abroad
Exchange knowledge, resources, and opportunities
Foster collaboration, cultural understanding, and business growth
Support members navigating international business environments

All activity within the community should align with these objectives.

2. Core Values

Respect — Honour cultural differences, diverse viewpoints, and unique entrepreneurial paths.
Integrity — Share accurate information and act with honesty in discussions and business interactions.
Collaboration — Aim to help one another by offering expertise, feedback, and support.
Inclusivity — Maintain a welcoming environment for members of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels.
Professionalism — Communicate in a thoughtful, constructive, and business-appropriate manner.

3. Membership Expectations

3.1 Conduct

Treat all members with respect and goodwill
Debate ideas without personal attacks
Avoid inflammatory, discriminatory, or derogatory language
Honor privacy; do not share others’ stories or information without consent
Keep discussions relevant to entrepreneurship, expatriate life, or professional development

3.2 Contributions

Share insights, experiences, and lessons learned
Provide constructive feedback, not unsolicited criticism
Offer help when possible; ask for help respectfully
Verify information before posting, particularly regarding legal, financial, or immigration matters

4. Community Content Guidelines

4.1 Allowed Content

Business best practices, tools, and strategies
Market insights and country-specific business knowledge
Networking opportunities and partnerships
Resources for legal, tax, cultural, or operational challenges
Event announcements relevant to entrepreneurship
Success stories, challenges, and authentic experiences

4.2 Restricted Content

Political or religious debates
Spam, mass solicitations, or irrelevant promotions
Misleading or unverifiable advice
Sensitive legal or visa guidance presented as professional consultation
Private messages sent without permission

5. Advertising & Promotions

To maintain usefulness and fairness:

Self-promotion must be transparent and value-driven
Hard selling, repeated advertising, or unsolicited DMs are prohibited
Members may share:
- Announcements of new ventures (1–2x per quarter)
- Calls for collaborators or partners
- Discounts or offers only when relevant and clearly beneficial

Admins may remove content that feels disruptive or overly promotional.

6. Networking & Collaboration

Network ethically; request consent before adding individuals to mailing lists or contact databases
Honour agreements and commitments when collaborating with other members
Avoid presenting speculative or unverified ventures without clear disclaimers

7. Safety & Confidentiality

Do not share other members’ personal details or business information
Report suspicious activity, harassment, or potential scams to admins
Be cautious about sharing sensitive data and avoid conducting financial transactions within the community space unless both parties fully understand the risks

8. Admin Responsibilities

Community moderators commit to:

Ensuring a respectful and safe environment
Enforcing guidelines consistently
Facilitating engaging, relevant conversations
Addressing conflict fairly and discreetly
Removing harmful content or members when necessary

9. Conflict Resolution

If disagreements arise:

Address the issue politely and directly when appropriate
If unresolved, contact a community admin with details
Admins may mediate or make a final decision based on the guidelines

10. Continuous Improvement

As the community grows, these guidelines may evolve. Members are encouraged to propose suggestions to improve the group’s value, safety, and effectiveness.