54 episodes
Intercultural Insiders John Edward McGraw
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Intercultural Insiders share the stories of people with cross-cultural experiences, from newcomers to Canada to expatriates on international assignments.
Host John McGraw shares these stories from his guests to let listeners know that, even if they feel isolated in a new culture, they aren't alone.
By rising to the challenge of adapting, we can learn and become better versions of ourselves.
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Episode 54 with Luki Danukarjanto, Career Coach Helping Young Professionals and Students, Part Two
Part Two of a two-part conversation: Luki is a career coach who has found his purpose helping others find theirs. He is a former computer scientist turned management consultant and campus recruiter turned educator and entrepreneur. He shares SIWIKE “Stuff I Wish I Knew Earlier” to elevate education through soft skills learning.
Some of the things we talk about in part two:
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone: Luki suggests spending 80% of your time exploring new experiences and only 20% in your comfort zone. He encourages listeners to challenge themselves by attending events like Toastmasters or improv comedy nights.
The Importance of Volunteering: Luki emphasizes that even an hour a week can be dedicated to volunteering. It's not just about giving back, but also about connecting with like-minded individuals and potential networking opportunities.
This is the last episode of 2023. Stay tuned for future special episodes, and for the second season in early 2024!
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Luki's LinkedIn
FOCUS.inspired
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat. -
Episode 53 with Luki Danukarjanto, Career Coach Helping Young Professionals and Students, Part One
Part One of a two-part conversation: Luki is a career coach who has found his purpose helping others find theirs. He is a former computer scientist turned management consultant and campus recruiter turned educator and entrepreneur. He shares SIWIKE “Stuff I Wish I Knew Earlier” to elevate education through soft skills learning.
Some of the things we talk about in part one:
The Power of Networking: Luki emphasizes the importance of not just knowing people but also being known by senior executives. He shares his experience of doing excellent work but not getting promoted as quickly as others who were better connected.
Bridging Cultural Gaps: Luki's journey of bridging his Eastern and Western identities is a testament to the power of embracing different mindsets and possibilities. He encourages individuals to explore different career paths and not limit themselves to traditional professions.
Challenges for International Students: Luki discusses the struggles international students face when looking for work. He advises them to translate academic knowledge into tangible experiences such as part-time jobs or internships and to familiarize themselves with the local culture.
Next Episode: Part Two with Luki. Live stream on LinkedIn Live and YouTube Wednesday, November 22nd st at 12:00 pm ET (see links below). Audio Podcast version will be released on Monday, November 27th.
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Luki's LinkedIn
FOCUS.inspired
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat. -
Episode 52 with Miguel Abascal, Founder of Thrive Faster and Newcomers on FIRE! Part Two
Part Two of a two-part conversation: Miguel is a former leader in a top Mexican coffee company now residing in Canada. Despite impressive credentials, his early years here were defined by survival jobs, shaking his confidence. With resilient determination and mentorship, he transformed his path, achieving his "Canadian Dream." Today, Miguel helps countless newcomers find meaningful employment faster.
In this second part of our conversation, we discuss:
The Power of Networking: Luki emphasizes the importance of not just knowing people but also being known by senior executives. He shares his experience of doing excellent work but not getting promoted as quickly as others who were better connected.
Bridging Cultural Gaps: Luki's journey of bridging his Eastern and Western identities is a testament to the power of embracing different mindsets and possibilities. He encourages individuals to explore different career paths and not limit themselves to traditional professions.
Challenges for International Students: Luki discusses the struggles international students face when looking for work. He advises them to translate academic knowledge into tangible experiences such as part-time jobs or internships and to familiarize themselves with the local culture.
Next Episode: Part One with Luki Danukarjanto, Career Coach. Live stream on LinkedIn Live and YouTube Wednesday, November 15th st at 12:00 pm ET (see links below). Audio Podcast version will be released on Monday, November 20th.
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Miguel's LinkedIn
Newcomers on FIRE!
Thrive Faster
Unstoppable Me
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat. -
Episode 51 with Miguel Abascal, Founder of Thrive Faster and Newcomers on FIRE! Part One
Part One of a two-part conversation: Miguel is a former leader in a top Mexican coffee company now residing in Canada. Despite impressive credentials, his early years here were defined by survival jobs, shaking his confidence. With resilient determination and mentorship, he transformed his path, achieving his "Canadian Dream." Today, Miguel helps countless newcomers find meaningful employment faster.
In this first part of our conversation, we discuss:
Adapting to a New Culture: Miguel had to relearn even the most basic behaviours, like greetings, and adapt to a new communication style.
The Power of Effective Communication: Miguel shares his struggle with adapting to the Canadian communication style, which is more concise and direct. He emphasizes the importance of asking powerful questions and seeking candid feedback.
Identity and Vulnerability: Miguel faced an identity crisis and had to redefine his sense of self. He also discusses the cultural concept of vulnerability.
Next Episode: Part Two with Miguel. Live stream on LinkedIn Live and YouTube Wednesday, November 8th st at 12:00 pm ET (see links below). Audio Podcast version will be released on Monday, November 13th.
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Miguel's LinkedIn
Newcomers on FIRE!
Thrive Faster
Unstoppable Me
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat. -
Episode 50 with Dhara Majmundar, Talent Acquisition Professional, Part Two
Part Two of a two-part conversation: Dhara is a seasoned Talent Acquisition professional with more than 10 years into technical recruiting. She has lived, worked and studied in three different countries. She immigrated to Canada more than eight years ago and is now grateful to be the citizen of this country.
Some of the things we talk about:
Confidence vs Competence: We discussed how confidence is perceived differently across cultures. Dhara stressed that confidence should not be equated with competence, as it can stem from various sources.
Hiring Decisions: Dhara shared her insights on the importance of considering a person's work history and performance over their appearance during hiring decisions.
Asking Questions: Dhara encourages newcomers to understand that it's okay to ask questions and seek clarification in their new environment.
Understanding Rights and Responsibilities: Dhara emphasizes the importance of understanding one's rights and responsibilities to alleviate unnecessary anxiety and conflict, especially for newcomers to a country.
Next Episode: Part One with Miguel Abascal, founder of Thrive Faster and Newcomers ON FIRE! Live stream on YouTube Wednesday, November 1st at 12:00 pm ET (see links below). Audio Podcast version will be released on Monday, November 6th.
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Coaching: A Project Manager's Superpower
Culture of Cohesion Summit 2023
Dhara Majmundar's LinkedIn
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat. -
Episode 49 with Dhara Majmundar, Talent Acquisition Professional, Part One
Part One of a two-part conversation: Dhara is a seasoned Talent Acquisition professional with more than 10 years into technical recruiting. She has lived, worked and studied in three different countries. She immigrated to Canada more than eight years ago and is now grateful to be the citizen of this country.
Some of the things we talk about:
Cultural Diversity: Dhara shared her experiences with cultural diversity in India, the US, and Canada. She emphasized the importance of avoiding stereotypes and assumptions when dealing with people from different cultures.
The Journey to Talent Acquisition: Dhara's journey from IT consultant to talent acquisition is a testament to the power of diverse experiences. She even worked with Robert Herjavec from ABC's Shark Tank!
Next Episode: Part Two with Dhara. Live stream on YouTube Wednesday, October 25th at 12:00 pm ET (see links below). Audio Podcast version will be released on Monday, October 30th.
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Coaching: A Project Manager's Superpower
Culture of Cohesion Summit 2023
Dhara Majmundar's LinkedIn
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat.
Customer Reviews
A must-listen series!
John never fails to provide interesting guests and questions to this series. As the world grows more and more connected, intercultural competencies to meet your business needs are a must - and this series delivers!
FANTASTIC conversations
Great interviews with very interesting people. My favorites so far: 1) the one with Doris Haddad about how diversity is actually good for business, and 2) the one with Shahzad Gidwani really opened my eyes to the concept that we all are judgmental people to various extents but that we can control our actions when judgments happen. Bravo!