Dear Global Leaders

Tiphaine Coste
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🎙️ Dear Global Leaders is a podcast about global leadership, international business, and what it takes to create impact when expertise alone isn’t enough. How do you influence without authority? Turn global strategy into local execution? Lead across cultures? Get people behind an idea when you don't control the org chart? Through conversations with global executives, founders, and experts , plus stories from companies around the world , we unpack the decisions, mistakes, and lessons behind leading and executing across borders. Season 2 goes beyond expertise: exploring the human skills that make expertise matter , influence, judgment, cultural intelligence, relationships, and execution. Because knowing your field gets you in the room. Creating impact is what happens next. 🗞️ Continue with " BEYOND TITLES : The career advancement AI can't bring you" , my free Thursday newsletter on navigating global organizations and creating impact beyond expertise. 👉 Subscribe here: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7332407472764194816

  1. 2d ago

    #21.1- How to align global stakeholders? With global impact strategist

    How do global leaders align stakeholders across cultures, build trust, and create impact in an increasingly AI-driven world? In Part 1 of the Dear Global Leader Podcast, Tiphaine sits down with award-winning global impact strategist Valerie Won Lee to explore why successful leadership starts with understanding people not just processes. Drawing from her multicultural background and experience across technology, fashion, humanitarian work, and strategy, Valerie shares how leaders can better navigate cultural differences, align diverse stakeholders, and use her Social Impact Global (SIG) Framework to make smarter, more inclusive decisions. In this episode, you'll learn: Why stakeholder alignment begins with understanding human motivationsThe biggest mistakes leaders make in multicultural environmentsHow cultural differences influence communication and trustWhy AI can support, but never replace, human understandingHow the Social Impact Global (SIG) Framework helps leaders create lasting impactPractical strategies for leading across cultures with confidenceWhether you're leading international teams, driving organizational change, or working across cultures, this episode offers practical insights to help you build trust, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and lead with greater global impact. 🎧 Subscribe to the Dear Global Leader Podcast for conversations with global executives, leadership experts, and innovators sharing the strategies behind exceptional leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and organizational success.

    #21.1- How to align global stakeholders? With global impact strategist

  2. Sep 18

    #20.2- What are the hidden rule of career growth, engineering leader Infineon Group

    Why do some talented professionals get promoted while others remain overlooked? The answer isn't always performance. In Part 2 of this conversation on the Dear Global Leader Podcast, Tiphaine and engineering leader Owen Lorena explore the hidden rules that shape career progression inside organizations. Beyond technical expertise and hard work, career growth often depends on understanding the unwritten dynamics of leadership, visibility, influence, relationships, trust, and executive presence. Owen shares practical insights from more than 25 years of leading teams across Asia and Europe, revealing what senior leaders notice, what they expect, and how professionals can position themselves for long-term success. This episode challenges the belief that great work alone is enough and provides actionable strategies to help you navigate the realities of today's workplace with confidence and authenticity. In this episode, you'll learn: The hidden rules that influence promotions and career progressionWhy visibility matters and how to build it without self-promotionThe difference between mentors, sponsors, and advocatesHow influence becomes more valuable than expertise as your career growsCommon career mistakes that keep high performers stuckHow senior leaders evaluate leadership potentialPractical strategies to build trust, credibility, and executive presenceHow to navigate organizational dynamics while staying authenticWhether you're an individual contributor, an emerging manager, or an experienced leader, this episode will help you better understand the unwritten rules of career success and equip you with practical tools to accelerate your professional growth. 🎧 Subscribe to the Dear Global Leader Podcast for conversations with global leaders, executives, and industry experts who share the real-world strategies behind exceptional careers and impactful leadership.

    #20.2- What are the hidden rule of career growth, engineering leader Infineon Group

  3. Sep 4

    #20.1 - How to use mentors to accelerate your career,Engineering Leader at Infineon semicon Taiwan

    Can mentorship really accelerate your career or are most people doing it wrong? In Part 1 of this conversation on the Dear Global Leader Podcast, Tiphaine sits down with engineering leader and mentor Owen Lorena to uncover how strategic mentorship can become one of the biggest accelerators of professional growth. After more than 25 years leading engineering teams across Asia and Europe, Owen shares why technical skills may get you hired but mentorship is what helps you reach leadership. Instead of relying on a single mentor, he explains how to build a personal "board of mentors" that supports your career, skills, network, and long-term development. Together, they discuss the practical strategies that ambitious professionals can use to gain visibility, attract senior leaders, and create meaningful mentoring relationships that actually lead to career advancement. In this episode, you'll learn: Why passive mentorship rarely leads to career growthHow to build a strategic mentorship networkThe four types of mentors every professional should haveHow to prepare for mentoring sessions that create real valueWhat senior leaders look for before investing their time in a menteeWhy career success depends on different skills at every stage of your journeyHow to increase your visibility and create opportunities for promotionPractical networking strategies that help you build influential relationshipsWhether you're an early-career professional, a manager preparing for leadership, or an executive looking to continue growing, this episode provides actionable insights to help you take ownership of your career. 🎧 Subscribe to the Dear Global Leader Podcast for conversations with global executives, leadership experts, and top performers who share the strategies behind exceptional careers. #Leadership #CareerGrowth #Mentorship #CareerDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #LeadershipSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking #CareerAdvice #Management #ExecutivePresence #PersonalGrowth

    #20.1 - How to use mentors to accelerate your career,Engineering Leader at Infineon semicon Taiwan

  4. Aug 21

    #19.2 - Expert in Succession planning : Why Your Career Is Decided Without You (And How to Take Back Control)

    Who decides your career future… and are you even in the room? In Part 2 of this conversation, we dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in corporate life: succession planning and high-potential talent. With expert Alan Colquitt, we uncover how companies actually identify future leaders and why many employees feel left out, confused, or stuck. You’ll learn: What succession planning really is (and who it’s for)The difference between high potential, performance, and talent poolsWhy leadership tracks often exclude technical expertsHow companies secretly plan careers behind the scenesWhy some roles are never posted (and already have a “chosen” candidate)How to position yourself for leadership or alternative career pathsThe real meaning of “taking ownership of your career”This episode exposes the hidden systems shaping your career path and gives you practical ways to navigate them. 🎯 If you want to move up (or understand why you’re not), this is essential listening. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Book Performance Enablement :https://global.oup.com/academic/product/performance-enablement-9780197830611 succession planning, high potential employees, leadership pipeline, talent management, career advancement, promotion strategy, HR processes, leadership development, career growth strategy, corporate leadership

    #19.2 - Expert in Succession planning : Why Your Career Is Decided Without You (And How to Take Back Control)

  5. Aug 7

    #19.1 - Expert in Performance Enablement : What Your Boss Doesn’t Tell You About Getting Promoted

    Why do performance reviews feel unfair? And why do some people get promoted… while others don’t? In this episode of Dear Global Leader, we go behind the scenes of corporate performance management with expert Alan Colquitt, specialist in talent management, succession planning, and organizational psychology. You’ll discover what really happens during performance reviews — including the hidden conversations, internal politics, and decision-making processes that most employees never see. We break down: How performance ratings are actually decided (and why they’re not objective)The role of manager influence, visibility, and internal politicsWhy being a top performer isn’t enough to get promotedWhat happens inside talent review and calibration meetingsThe difference between performance and potentialPractical strategies to increase your visibility and career growthIf you’ve ever felt confused, overlooked, or frustrated by your performance review… this episode will change how you see your career. 🎯 Learn how to navigate the system —and position yourself for real advancement. Find more about Alan on his Linkedin ! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- performance review, career growth, promotion, talent management, HR process, leadership development, high potential, career strategy, workplace success, succession planning

    #19.1 - Expert in Performance Enablement : What Your Boss Doesn’t Tell You About Getting Promoted

  6. Jul 24

    #18.2 - Global expert in cultural behavior: The Cultural Intelligence Playbook for Global Leaders

    In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, global leadership expert Terri Morrison reveals how cultural differences directly impact business success, leadership, and relationships. This episode goes beyond theory and shows you how culture plays out in real corporate situations where deals are won or lost. 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why business meals can make or break international dealsThe shocking story of a failed multimillion-dollar deal… over lunchHow different cultures define trust, respect, and transparencyWhy being “too transparent” can actually damage your credibilityThe truth about office politics across culturesHow individualistic vs collectivist cultures shape workplace dynamics💡 We also explore: Why relationships matter more than transactions in global businessHow to navigate stakeholder management across culturesThe leadership styles that work in different parts of the worldPractical ways to develop cultural intelligence as a leader🔥 If you’ve ever struggled with: Being misunderstood at workNavigating office politicsLeading international teamsClosing deals across culturesThis episode will give you the clarity and tools you need. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to operate effectively in a global business environment.

    #18.2 - Global expert in cultural behavior: The Cultural Intelligence Playbook for Global Leaders

  7. Jul 10

    #18.1 - Global cross cultural expert: Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands? The Invisible Codes of Global Success

    In this powerful episode of the Dear Global Leader Podcast, we dive deep into the invisible rules of global business with world-renowned cross-cultural expert Terri Morrison. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood in international meetings, struggled with communication across cultures, or wondered why deals fail despite great strategy, this episode will change your perspective. 🎯 In Part 1, you’ll discover: Why first impressions vary across cultures (and how they impact trust instantly)The hidden meaning behind handshakes, eye contact, and personal spaceThe powerful concept of “Ma” (silence) and why talking less can make you more influentialHow different cultures interpret respect, engagement, and intelligenceWhy some cultures interrupt and others see silence as wisdomThe real reason communication breakdowns happen in global teams 💡 You’ll also learn: How to adapt your communication style for international successWhy cultural awareness is more important than strategyThe key to building trust in global business environmentsWhether you're a global leader, entrepreneur, expat, or working in international teams, this episode will help you develop cultural intelligence one of the most critical skills in today’s world. 🎧 Tune in now to unlock the hidden codes of global leadership. 👉 Don’t miss Part 2, where we explore how to apply these insights in corporate environments, leadership, and negotiations. Where to find terri: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-morrison-2a940a7/ Books series "Kiss, Bow, or shake hands

    #18.1 - Global cross cultural expert: Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands? The Invisible Codes of Global Success

  8. Jun 26

    #17.2 - VC and business angel investor: Stop Chasing Opportunities ,Build a Network That Attracts Them

    What if opportunities didn’t come from applying… but from your network? In Part 2 of this conversation, investor and global leader Larissa Garcia shares how she built a powerful international network, and why today, opportunities come directly to her. We dive into the concept of the “portfolio career” and why the future of work is no longer about one job, but multiple streams of income, impact, and identity. You’ll learn: How to build a network that attracts opportunities (instead of chasing them)Why curiosity is the #1 networking skillHow to become visible, credible, and “top of mind”The difference between networking and real relationshipsHow to manage investments and work across multiple countriesHow global leaders navigate culture, trust, and influenceHow to build optionality in your careerLarissa also shares practical insights on: Managing uncertainty and incomplete informationMaking decisions with limited dataBalancing risk across a global portfolio🎯 If you want to grow your career, income, and influence, this episode will completely shift how you think about networking and opportunities. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- networking strategy, career growth, portfolio career, global leadership, personal brand, opportunity mindset, business networking, career development, leadership skills, international business

    #17.2 - VC and business angel investor: Stop Chasing Opportunities ,Build a Network That Attracts Them
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🎙️ Dear Global Leaders is a podcast about global leadership, international business, and what it takes to create impact when expertise alone isn’t enough. How do you influence without authority? Turn global strategy into local execution? Lead across cultures? Get people behind an idea when you don't control the org chart? Through conversations with global executives, founders, and experts , plus stories from companies around the world , we unpack the decisions, mistakes, and lessons behind leading and executing across borders. Season 2 goes beyond expertise: exploring the human skills that make expertise matter , influence, judgment, cultural intelligence, relationships, and execution. Because knowing your field gets you in the room. Creating impact is what happens next. 🗞️ Continue with " BEYOND TITLES : The career advancement AI can't bring you" , my free Thursday newsletter on navigating global organizations and creating impact beyond expertise. 👉 Subscribe here: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7332407472764194816

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  • Creator
    Tiphaine Coste
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
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