42 min
Navigating Global Career Paths: Daniel Nivern's Journey from Oxford to Entrepreneurship Balanced Ambition
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- Entrepreneurship
Dive into an engaging discussion with Daniel Nivern, who shares his journey from studying French and German at Oxford University to fostering entrepreneurship and work experience opportunities for young people globally. Hosted by Matt Southam, this episode explores the evolution of Daniel's career, from teaching English in China to creating platforms that facilitate international work experiences.
Daniel and Matt discuss the changing landscape of the workplace, including the pressures of societal expectations and the rising importance of soft skills, especially in remote work settings. They delve into the impact of virtual internships, the benefits of remote work, and the crucial role of resilience and integrity in entrepreneurship.
This episode offers profound insights into navigating career paths with flexibility, embracing a global mindset, and the significance of authenticity and interpersonal relationships in business success.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Daniel's diverse career and educational background.
06:51 - Discussion on workplace pressures, remote work trends, and starting a business to facilitate international internships.
13:21 - The critical role of soft skills in the modern workplace and challenges young workers face.
18:31 - Insights on entrepreneurship, the essence of resilience, and personal growth.
23:45 - Strategies for leadership, pivoting business models in response to global challenges, and maintaining integrity.
28:03 - The importance of building a personal brand and nurturing professional relationships.
31:33 - The impact of company culture and mission-driven values in a remote working environment.
35:16 - Perspectives on leadership, employee retention, and creating a positive workplace culture.
For more info on Daniel please visit https://www.virtualinternships.com/
Dive into an engaging discussion with Daniel Nivern, who shares his journey from studying French and German at Oxford University to fostering entrepreneurship and work experience opportunities for young people globally. Hosted by Matt Southam, this episode explores the evolution of Daniel's career, from teaching English in China to creating platforms that facilitate international work experiences.
Daniel and Matt discuss the changing landscape of the workplace, including the pressures of societal expectations and the rising importance of soft skills, especially in remote work settings. They delve into the impact of virtual internships, the benefits of remote work, and the crucial role of resilience and integrity in entrepreneurship.
This episode offers profound insights into navigating career paths with flexibility, embracing a global mindset, and the significance of authenticity and interpersonal relationships in business success.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Daniel's diverse career and educational background.
06:51 - Discussion on workplace pressures, remote work trends, and starting a business to facilitate international internships.
13:21 - The critical role of soft skills in the modern workplace and challenges young workers face.
18:31 - Insights on entrepreneurship, the essence of resilience, and personal growth.
23:45 - Strategies for leadership, pivoting business models in response to global challenges, and maintaining integrity.
28:03 - The importance of building a personal brand and nurturing professional relationships.
31:33 - The impact of company culture and mission-driven values in a remote working environment.
35:16 - Perspectives on leadership, employee retention, and creating a positive workplace culture.
For more info on Daniel please visit https://www.virtualinternships.com/
42 min