In my work in leadership development and cross-cultural communications, I see everyday, the greater opportunity for a “we” approach. The solution is simple. Doing it, however, is the challenge for each of us. So what is this solution? The solution is found in the words of Dr. King’s “I Have A Dream” speech:…
Why MLK's "I Have a Dream" Rings True for Each of Us…Today Read More »
New year resolutions usually compel us to think about what we can do better than what we have done. Most people I know don’t create a new year resolution with glee and excitement.
A New Year State of Mind Read More »
This article by Ana Dutra explores the necessity to create space and reflect as a leader. “A pause can be created by a walk around the block, 20 minutes of meditation, exercising, immersing into a hobby, or simply a high-quality coffee break. The important point is to create time and space to empty your mind and then reflect and filter issues.”
Harvard Business Review: The Power of Pause Read More »
…I don’t think heroines choose to be one, they become one. For my Chinese mother, her heroism grew from her wanting to count as someone, in part because it’s who she is, in part because she’s come from a line of strong women who were so constrained by the limits set by their culture…
Rescuing A Heroine's Voice Haunted by Tradition Read More »
“Preparing for the US Job Interview” Lecture co-presented with Melissa Fristrom
Harvard Business School Lecture Read More »
Recently I came across a situation that “woke” me up from my cultural assumptions as an American. I was purchasing an item at a convenience store where the person behind the counter was of South Asian descent. It was just the two of us, a slow pace in the store. As I was putting my change away, he sneezed. Without pause, I said “God bless you”. And without pause, he continued attending to his business…
This is a brief outline of the three stages of acculturation– including examples, coping strategies, and quotes.
Internship to Industry: Adapting To A New Culture Read More »
This article discusses the stages of “culture shock” and provides ten tips to stay on track with your career and social life when relocating to a new place.
Career Intelligence: What To Expect When You Relocate Read More »
“Here are the tips I share, based on research, conversations with successful international workers and my own experience attending grad school in Australia and acquiring a visa to work there for an additional year.”
Lindsey Pollak: 5 Job Search Tips for International Students Read More »
This article provides great situational examples related to starting, maintaining, and ending conversations with strangers.
Tim's Strategy: How To Start, Maintain And End A Conversation With A Stranger Read More »