Working with New Zealanders

Did you enjoy the episode? If yes, please consider buying me a virtual cup of coffee ☕️ Click here: Buy me a coffee!  See the interview on Youtube 👉 Full episode transcript and details: https://go.paularnesen.com/nz In this episode of Working With Us, I'm joined by Shireen Chua, a cultural alchemist with expertise in intercultural leadership and inclusion. Together, we dive into the unique aspects of New Zealand culture, what it means to work with Kiwis, the influence of Māori heritage, and how the country's diversity shapes its workplaces. Shireen shares fascinating insights into the balance between Māori collectivism and Anglo-Saxon individualism, the egalitarian ethos of Kiwi workplaces, and what makes New Zealand a dynamic and enriching place to live and work. Connect with Shireen: LinkedIn: Shireen Chua Website: Third Culture Solutions Links and resources to topics discussed and more New Zealand's Rugby Legacy New Zealand Rugby: Official site for rugby in New Zealand, including information about the All Blacks. The Haka: Learn about the cultural significance and history of the haka. All Blacks Official Website: Explore the team's history, achievements, and news. The Kiwi Identity Why New Zealanders are Called Kiwis New Zealand Culture: A guide to New Zealand's cultural heritage and modern identity. Māori Culture and History The Treaty of Waitangi: An overview of the treaty's importance and ongoing impact. Māori Culture: Explore traditions, values, and the role of Māori in modern New Zealand. History of Māori: Detailed information about the history and evolution of Māori society. Workplace Dynamics in New Zealand New Zealand Work Culture: Insights into Kiwi workplace values and etiquette. Tall Poppy Syndrome: Understanding this cultural phenomenon and its implications. Law of Jante: Comparison to the Scandinavian concept. Cultural Diversity in Auckland Auckland's Diversity: Information on Auckland's multicultural fabric. Immigration in New Zealand: Details about migration policies and their impact on society. Media Recommendations Boy (2010): A film exploring Māori culture and childhood. Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016): A quirky take on rural New Zealand life. Whale Rider (2002): A classic tale of Māori leadership and traditions. Flight of the Conchords: Kiwi humour at its finest.‍ New Zealand Film Commission: Explore films showcasing Kiwi culture and stories. Music and Symbols of Home Dave Dobbyn - Welcome Home: Watch this iconic song's music video. New Zealand Music: Discover reggae, dub, and other Kiwi genres. New Zealand's Work-Life Balance Work-Life Balance in New Zealand: How New Zealand prioritises lifestyle. 4-Day Work Week: An experiment in reducing working hours while maintaining productivity. Support the podcast ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://go.paularnesen.com/buy-me-a-coffee 💲Sponsor my podcast: https://go.paularnesen.com/podcast_contact 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://go.paularnesen.com/LinkedIn  👉 Connect on Twitter/X: https://go.paularnesen.com/Twitter My websites 🔗 https://www.paularnesen.com/ 🔗 https://www.talentroo.com/

Did you enjoy the episode? If yes, please consider buying me a virtual cup of coffee ☕️ Click here: Buy me a coffee!  See the interview on Youtube ► Support the podcast on Patreon: → https://www.patreon.com/paularnesen You will get a guide for every episode and can watch the entire interview without any ads! 👉 Full episode transcript and details: https://go.paularnesen.com/kristina_roppelt In this in-between episode of Working With Us, I'm joined by Kristina Roppelt, an expert in intercultural communication and cross-cultural business training. Kristina has visited 63 countries and lived in places like South Korea, the USA, and Denmark, gaining deep insights into how cultures influence communication, teamwork, and leadership. We discuss practical strategies for adapting to new cultural environments, overcoming communication barriers in multicultural teams, and the importance of curiosity and preparation when working internationally. Kristina also shares her thoughts on common cultural misconceptions and tips for leaders managing global teams. If you're navigating a cross-cultural workplace, preparing to work abroad, or simply interested in how cultures shape our work experiences, this episode is packed with valuable advice and insights. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Kristina's global experiences shaped her approach to intercultural communication. Practical tips for adapting to new cultural environments. How to address communication challenges in multicultural teams. Why curiosity and preparation are key to thriving in international work settings. Insights for leaders managing diverse teams. Links and Resources: Connect with Kristina Roppelt on LinkedIn. Visit Kristina's website: kristinaroppelt.org‍ Support the podcast ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://go.paularnesen.com/buy-me-a-coffee 💲Sponsor my podcast: https://go.paularnesen.com/podcast_contact 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://go.paularnesen.com/LinkedIn  👉 Connect on Twitter/X: https://go.paularnesen.com/Twitter My websites 🔗 https://www.paularnesen.com/ 🔗 https://www.talentroo.com/

Did you enjoy the episode? If yes, please consider buying me a virtual cup of coffee ☕️ Click here: Buy me a coffee!  See the interview on Youtube ► Support the podcast on Patreon: → https://www.patreon.com/paularnesen You will get a guide for every episode and can watch the entire interview without any ads! 👉 Full episode transcript and details: https://go.paularnesen.com/br-qr Episode 9 of the Working With Us Podcast explores Brazilian work culture with Andrea Fleischfresser. With extensive HR and coaching experience in Brazil, Italy, and the US, Andrea reveals Brazilian workplaces' relational dynamics, creative 'jeitinho brasileiro', and a unique blend of professionalism and personal touch. Her insights as Destination You Coaching & Development founder help anyone entering the Brazilian business environment. This insightful discussion explores the complexities of working with Brazilians. Visit Andrea's website: 👇 https://www.destinationyoucoaching.com/ Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: 👇 https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreafleischfresser/ Support the podcast 💪 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/paularnesen ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://go.paularnesen.com/buy-me-a-coffee 💲Sponsor my podcast: https://go.paularnesen.com/podcast_contact 👉 Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://go.paularnesen.com/vantage-point 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://go.paularnesen.com/LinkedIn  👉 Connect on Twitter/X: https://go.paularnesen.com/Twitter My websites 🔗 https://www.paularnesen.com/ 🔗 https://www.talentroo.com/

Watch this Episode on Youtube Episode Description Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Working With Us podcast! This time, we're heading to Sweden with intercultural expert Christina Rundcrantz. We'll delve into the fascinating world of Swedish work culture, discussing everything from the balanced concept of 'Lagom' to the influence of the Law of Jante. Whether you're eyeing business ventures in Sweden or are just intrigued by its unique work environment, this episode is a must-listen. So, join us as we navigate through the world's diverse work cultures. 👉 Full Episode Transcript and Details About the Guest Today's guest is Christina Rundcrantz, an experienced intercultural trainer and the founder of BBICOMMUNICATION. Christina specializes in helping professionals navigate the complexities of Swedish work culture. With her deep expertise, she offers a nuanced understanding of the cultural dynamics that shape the Swedish workplace. Christina's insights have been invaluable to numerous organizations looking to bridge cultural gaps. 🔗 Connect with Christina: LinkedIn: Christina Rundcrantz Company Website: BBICOMMUNICATION The Working with Us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the interviews on the Working With Us podcast, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Partner LANO If you're juggling international employees and payroll, Lano is your go-to solution. Exclusive for our listeners: snag a 20% discount on your first EOR employee for a year and get a 3-month free trial to Lano's payroll consolidation platform. Trust me, it's a game-changer. Click here to get your deal. Support 💪 Patreon ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👉 Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arne... 👉 Connect on Twitter: https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul My websites 🔗  https://www.paularnesen.com/ 🔗 https://www.talentroo.com/

Watch this Episode on Youtube Episode Description Welcome to another compelling episode of the Working With Us podcast. Today, we journey to Taiwan with global HR solutions consultant and intercultural trainer Sunny Foehr-Huang. Together, we'll unravel the intricacies of Taiwanese work culture, exploring everything from the vital concept of 'Guanxi' to the enduring influence of Confucian values. Whether you're considering business opportunities in Taiwan or are simply fascinated by its unique work environment, this episode promises to be an eye-opener. Join us as we continue our voyage through the world's diverse work cultures. 👉 Full Episode Transcript and Details About the Guest Today's guest is Sunny Foehr-Huang, a Global HR Solutions Consultant, Intercultural Trainer, and Coach. Sunny is also a Radio Presenter and writes a newspaper column focusing on new trends in the international workplace. Born and raised in Taiwan, she specializes in enhancing intercultural communication competence for working internationally. She brings her deep expertise to the table, offering a nuanced understanding of East vs. West work culture dynamics. Sunny has been actively involved in various intercultural solutions, and her insights have been valuable to many organizations. Connect with Sunny: Website: LinkedIn Profile Facebook: Intercultural Solutions, East vs. West Email: [email protected] The Working with Us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the interviews on the Working With Us podcast, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Partner LANO If you're juggling international employees and payroll, Lano is your go-to solution. Exclusive for our listeners: snag a 20% discount on your first EOR employee for a year and get a 3-month free trial to Lano's payroll consolidation platform. Trust me, it's a game-changer. Click here to get your deal. Support 💪 Patreon ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👉 Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arne... 👉 Connect on Twitter: https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul My websites 🔗  https://www.paularnesen.com/ 🔗 https://www.talentroo.com/

Watch this Episode on Youtube Episode description Welcome to the sixth episode of the Working With Us podcast. Join me and Danish culture expert Annette Dahl as we delve into the realities of working with the Danish. In this enlightening conversation, we explore Denmark's unique work environment, from its emphasis on work-life balance to the concept of "hygge" in the workplace. Whether you're planning a business venture in Denmark or simply intrigued by its professional culture, tune in as we unravel the nuances of the Danish work-life. Dive in with us as we continue our global expedition through the world's diverse work cultures. 👉 Full episode transcript and details About the Guest Today's guest is Annette Dahl, CEO and Chief Trainer at C3 Consulting. She specializes in Cultural Intelligence, Global Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, and is an expert on Danish and Chinese business cultures. Annette holds an MA in Chinese, culture, and communication and has been working in China since 1995. She founded C3 Consulting in 2006 and has since expanded its range of intercultural training programs. Annette divides her time between managing the business and delivering training. She has worked with various organizations, including Danfoss and Siemens Gamesa, and is a keynote speaker at conferences and corporate events. Annette is also the author of the book 'Global Perspectives: A Practical Guide to Navigating Across Cultures.' She is involved in several advisory boards related to culture and globalization and volunteers as a business mentor. Find her website: https://c3consulting.dk/en/home Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettedahl/ Her book: https://c3consulting.dk/en/services/g... The working with Us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the interviews on the Working With Us podcast, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Partner LANO If you're juggling international employees and payroll, Lano is your go-to solution. Exclusive for our listeners: snag a 20% discount on your first EOR employee for a year and get a 3-month free trial to Lano's payroll consolidation platform. Trust me, it's a game-changer. Click here to get your deal. Support 💪 Patreon ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👉 Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arne... 👉 Connect on Twitter: https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul My websites 🔗  https://www.paularnesen.com/ 🔗 https://www.talentroo.com/

Watch this Episode on Youtube Episode description Welcome to the fifth episode of the Working With Us podcast. Join host Paul Arnesen and Dutch culture expert Coco Hofs as we delve into the realities of working with the Dutch. In this engaging dialogue, we unpack the Netherlands' unique professional landscape, exploring its direct communication style and balanced work-life culture. Whether you're preparing for a Dutch business venture or simply curious, tune in as we decode the intricacies of the Dutch workspace. Dive in with us as we journey through the globe's diverse work cultures.  About the Guest Coco is Dutch and has lived outside of The Netherlands since 2016. She lives in Peru and runs her own business, 'Cross-cultural Solutions'. With Cross-Cultural Solutions, she helps organizations overcome cultural differences in the international workplace. She helps professionals operating in a global economy understand our cultural background's impact when doing business internationally and across cultures. In her opinion, organizations tend to forget that cultural differences significantly impact how smoothly the business goes and how well teams of different cultural backgrounds work together. Coco comes from a corporate background, where she worked in an executive management role for the H&M Group for over 10 years. She has lived and worked in The Netherlands, Singapore, Japan and Chile. When she worked in Japan, she realized that managing cultural differences in the international workplace took a lot of time and energy. Time and Energy that, according to her, could have been dedicated to bringing business results to the company. It became clear to her that when those differences are not managed well, we leaders miss out on important queues and cannot influence others in a way that brings the best for all. She is a cross-cultural trainer, executive coach, keynote speaker and works with companies from all over the world, including companies from The Netherlands. Find her website  Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coco-hofs/ 👉 Full episode transcript and details The working with us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the interviews on the Working With Us podcast, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Sponsor Talentroo - an EU-based remote recruitment agency brings this episode to you. Talentroo works as a partner to global companies seeking the top talents of Europe. Visit Talentroo.com to learn more about getting help to find the best remote people for your business. Support us Weekly newsletter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter Connect on LinkedIn 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen-linkedin Connect on Twitter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul Visit Paul Arnesen's website 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen   Say thanks ☕️ Buy me a coffee 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👕 Get some merch 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/merch  

Watch this episode on Youtube Episode description What is the first thing that comes to mind when discussing Japanese work culture? It is respect, hard work, lifetime employment, and technology savvy for me. Every book I have read about cross-cultural communication and management has had a chapter on Japan. In my conversation with native Japanese Natsuyo Lipschutz, she explains the Japanese culture and how it is to work or manage someone from Japan. It is a fascinating conversation about one of the most exciting cultures to study workplace dynamics. About the guest Natsuyo Nobumoto Lipschutz is a cultural diversity and cross-cultural communications strategist She is a Japanese-English bilingual keynote speaker, and she works with global organizations that want to improve cultural diversity and have their leaders communicate effectively beyond differences. TEDx speaker, 5-time Toastmasters international speech contest champion, US-Asia business strategy consultant, and World Class SpeakingⓇ public speaking coach, Natsuyo Lipschutz shares compelling stories behind her cross-cultural communication strategies in her signature keynote. Natsuyo is also the bestselling author of The Success Blueprint, which she co‐wrote with world‐renowned business speaker, Brian Tracy. She is also the author of 20Ji Ni Sogiotose ("Say It in 20 Words") in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese, as well as Story Ni Otoshikome ("Motivate with Your Own Story") in Japanese. 20Ji Ni Sogiotose was awarded "the top 10 business books of the year" in 2021. ‍ Natsuyo began her career at a top Japanese trading company, ITOCHU International in New York. Natsuyo then received her MBA from New York University and held a management consultant position at McKinsey & Company. Today, Natsuyo is the managing principal of her strategy consulting firm, ASPIRE Intelligence, as well as an executive consultant for Breakthrough Speaking, a global public speaking consultancy. She also serves as the first Asian board of director at the National Speakers Association New York City chapter. Outside of work, Natsuyo is a competitive ballroom Latin dance national finalist, a proud mother of a pre-teen daughter who's a model and competitive figure skater, and a breast cancer survivor. 👉 Full episode transcript and details The working with us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the Working With Us podcast interviews, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Sponsor Talentroo - an EU-based remote recruitment agency, brings this episode to you. Talentroo works as a partner to global companies seeking the top talents of Europe. Visit Talentroo.com to learn more about getting help to find the best remote people for your business. Support us Weekly newsletter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter Connect on LinkedIn 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen-linkedin Connect on Twitter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul Visit Paul Arnesen's website 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen   Say thanks ☕️ Buy me a coffee 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👕 Get some merch 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/merch

Watch this episode on Youtube Episode description What do Mercedes, BMW and Audi all have in common? First, they are considered solid cars, but second, they are all German. Are this German quality and engineering prowess true to a German in the workplace?  ‍In this episode about working with Germans, I spoke to the CEO of Crossculture Academy and native German, Steffen Henkel, about the work culture among Germans. He gave me some precious insights about how the German workplace mentality brings forward the value of having someone from Germany on your team. About the guest Steffen Henkel is an intercultural coach, facilitator and entrepreneur with strong expertise and experience working with companies worldwide, especially from the US. He is a native German and lives in Germany as we speak. He is the CEO of Crossculture Academy. Their impressive client list includes companies such as Audi, Recaro Carl Zeiss, Robert Bosch, Accenture, GlaxoSmithKline and many more. Steffens professional experience includes: Project Manager at the Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations, responsible for the intercultural management and training program Management of a global pool of trainers, including the development of a tool for high-quality trainer selection Founder and Managing Partner of compass international gmbh. relocation, training, consulting (2002 – 2009) Founder and Managing Partner of change.project gmbh; Development of the intercultural online portal www.crossculture-academy.com COO of Globiana, Inc. and Global Mobility Online Platform to support international assignees and their family members Researcher at the Bavarian Research Cooperation FORAREA on "Risks and opportunities of intercultural business collaborations of German SMEs in Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia"  Long-standing board member of the Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research SIETAR Germany e. V. Lecturer at various universities, e. g. Heilbronn University of applied sciences and the European Business School, Wiesbaden, Germany Research visits and study tours in the Middle East and Southeast Asia In 2005, member of the Round Table of Stiftung Warentest Test for intercultural training providers, Berlin, Germany ‍ If you want to connect with Steffen and read more about his work and company, please look him up on LinkedIn or visit his website crossculture-academy.com 👉 Full episode transcript and details The working with us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the Working With Us podcast interviews, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Sponsor Talentroo - an EU-based remote recruitment agency, brings this episode to you. Talentroo works as a partner to global companies seeking the top talents of Europe. Visit Talentroo.com to learn more about getting help to find the best remote people for your business. Support us Weekly newsletter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter Connect on LinkedIn 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen-linkedin Connect on Twitter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul Visit Paul Arnesen's website 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen   Say thanks ☕️ Buy me a coffee 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👕 Get some merch 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/merch  

Watch this episode on Youtube Episode description What is the first thing that comes to mind when discussing Italy? Amazing food, art, culture, fast cars, the pope, Romans, and so much more. Italy is a country with an impressive history, and this has made its people very unique. You might know some second-generation Italians, but do you know the real native Italian? In this podcast episode, I speak with native Italian intercultural trainer and consultant Maura di Mauro about working with Italians. We dive deeper into the Italian culture and mentality and what makes hiring, working with or having Italians in your remote team can bring value to your business or your workday. About the guest Maura di Mauro is a passionate Intercultural, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability Trainer and Consultant. She is a GDEIB Assessor and Practitioner and one of the Intercultural Cities Network's expert consultants.  She is a lecturer of Intercultural Management at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and several other universities, with Bachelor, Master and PhD courses.  She is involved in international research activity on topics of her interests; and in teachers' intercultural training programs for embracing intercultural educational practices and for the internationalisation of higher education.  She enjoys working in international and multicultural environments, supporting people and organisations to develop their intercultural and global sustainable leadership skills, and co-design customised DEI Strategies to create visible changes. She also enjoys putting her creativity into developing customised training programs, together with didactical activities and tools, such as games, videos, and MOOCs.  She loves today's possibility of working hybrid; however, she still believes in the power of experiential in-person training groups activity, where "real" intercultural encounters can take place.  She is the co-author of the book "Feeling Italian" and co-leader of the project with the same title. The book was written based on an international photo contest about what it means to feel like Italians today in a global world; based on the book, training programs aimed at developing intercultural and global skills were further developed, together with the didact video "Feeling Italian. Citizens in a multicultural society". She deeply believes that a strong theoretical framework, research and a continuous learning approach can make a difference in the field. This is one of the reasons why she wrote several publications between books, articles, research reports and training toolkits on intercultural training and diversity and inclusion.  She uses Italian, English and Spanish as working languages. Nowadays, she lives in Milan, Italy, the city she considers an international hub. For educational and work reasons, she has lived in the Netherlands, the UK, Spain, Malta, Kuwait, USA. Find Maura on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn. 👉 Full episode transcript and details The working with us podcast is a podcast by global business strategist Paul Arnesen, created to learn and educate professionals, businesses and others about how it is to work with people from different nationalities.  As the world has become ever more globalised in the last decades, and the previous few years with the rise in remote work, the knowledge and understanding of how to work more efficiently in global teams is more critical than ever.  Established companies need to re-educate themselves as they welcome a new generation with a global mindset, and there are new start-up companies with global dominance as their goal. An often forgotten aspect of international expansion is knowledge and experience working with someone different from their work culture. By listening to the interviews on the Working With Us podcast, we hope to give you an easy and digestible way of learning about other cultures' work habits and cultural quirks.  In addition, we hope you use it for your knowledge and to educate your global teams. Have a great listen! Sponsor This episode is brought to you by Talentroo - an EU-based remote recruitment agency. Talentroo works as a partner to global companies seeking the top talents of Europe. Visit Talentroo.com to learn more about getting help to find the best remote people for your business. Support us Weekly newsletter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/newsletter Connect on LinkedIn 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/paul-arnesen-linkedin Connect on Twitter 👉  https://go.workingwithus.co/twitter_paul Visit Paul Arnesen's website 👉 https://www.paularnesen.com/   Say thanks ☕️ Buy me a coffee 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/buymeacoffee 👕 Get some merch 👉 https://go.workingwithus.co/merch