The Immigrant Experience in America

Simone W. Johnson Smith
The Immigrant Experience in America

Are you a professional new to the United States and struggling to monetize the expertise you brought across the seas – struggling with your skills going to waste? Are you feeling misunderstood and out of touch because you are struggling to understand the unstated rules of the American culture? What if you could hang out with new Americans, new immigrants who are busy professionals, hear about their experiences and advice, then take an insight or two to inspire your own journey as a new resident or American? That’s what we do each week on The Immigrant Experience in America hosted by Simone W. Johnson Smith –– mother of Saige, wife of Jimmy, former U.S. Diplomat, Life Coach, Creative and Activator –– every episode is an in-depth look at the positive contributions immigrants are making to the American culture, marketplace and life.  I was inspired to start this podcast by my own experience as an immigrant American who legally migrated to the United States but yet has frequent experiences of a love-hate relationship of America with its immigrant population and as a result of a larger vacuum surrounding the positive contributions of immigrants to American Life. We will sit down with successful immigrant Americans to discuss how they navigated the complexity of being an immigrant-American to achieve their American Dream. This is a spot for us to get real - peel back the layers, if you will, of what it means to be an immigrant in America. Our intention is to serve as a bridge from your culture to the American culture – giving you a roadmap of tools and language to understand the unstated rules of the American culture.

  1. 12/11/2024

    Ep. 168: Decoding America & Coming Home To Yourself - The Immigrant Experience

    In Decoding America & Coming Home to Yourself: The Immigrant Experience, author Simone Johnson Smith offers hope and guidance in navigating the complexities of immigrant life. Drawing from her own journey and insights from her acclaimed podcast,  in the Immigrant Experience in America, Smith skillfully explores the immigrant’s disorienting shi from a collectivist to an individualistic culture, delving into the profound culture shock and the transformative process of becoming a hybrid identity, which she terms a “ third-Culture Person” capable of bridging both cultures. is book is a practical guide and a powerful call to action, urging you to embrace and harness your unique identity and heritage as sources of strength. By understanding daily cultural norms and celebrating our roots, we can bridge cultural divides and transform our differences into valuable assets, making a meaningful contribution to American society. Decoding America & Coming Home to Yourself: The Immigrant Experience is an essential roadmap for navigating cultural barriers, reclaiming your sense of belonging, and tapping into your unique strengths —your Superpower. Your journey to empowerment starts here! Get the book wherever books are sold or click the link below: https://thebridgeconcepts.org/the-book/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to The Immigrant Experience in America on YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3OmWxJZ  Get More of The Immigrant Experience in America Official Site: https://bit.ly/3OmWAWg    Listen on: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3OK7xCN  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DKXsiE  Amazon: https://amzn.to/43VG4Cn    Support our Patreon: https://bit.ly/3KwUiTz   Connect with Simone! Click the link below to purchase a copy of Simone's newly released book: "Decoding America: The Immigrant Experience"  https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=uzDNVxpjYHFz2ppnYcNXF2wrHjPU5dtoNUznVGfz45I   Website: https://www.thebridgeconcepts.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077396568671 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonewjohnson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimmigrantexperiencepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theimmigrantexperience

    6 min
  2. 12/04/2024

    Ep. 167: An Iraqi-American Experience: Sairan Aqrawi (Part 2)

    Sairan Aqrawi is the CEO of International Transition Expert, a successful transformation coach, an engaging speaker, a knowledgeable and attentive mentor, a co-author of a bestselling book, and so much more! A humble yet professional leader, Sairan has the knowledge and motivation to help you live your best life. Her goal is to leverage your strengths and empower you to transform your life, finding your true happiness, and making you feel at home wherever you are. Sairan is an ACC Associate Certified Coach and a distinguished mentor at George Washington University’s Women in Engineering (WiE) and Women in Technology (WiT).   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to The Immigrant Experience in America on YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3OmWxJZ  Get More of The Immigrant Experience in America Official Site: https://bit.ly/3OmWAWg    Listen on: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3OK7xCN  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DKXsiE  Amazon: https://amzn.to/43VG4Cn    Support our Patreon: https://bit.ly/3KwUiTz   Connect with Simone! Click the link below to purchase a copy of Simone's newly released book: "Decoding America: The Immigrant Experience"  https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=uzDNVxpjYHFz2ppnYcNXF2wrHjPU5dtoNUznVGfz45I   Website: https://www.thebridgeconcepts.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077396568671 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonewjohnson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimmigrantexperiencepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theimmigrantexperience

    29 min
4.9
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13 Ratings

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Are you a professional new to the United States and struggling to monetize the expertise you brought across the seas – struggling with your skills going to waste? Are you feeling misunderstood and out of touch because you are struggling to understand the unstated rules of the American culture? What if you could hang out with new Americans, new immigrants who are busy professionals, hear about their experiences and advice, then take an insight or two to inspire your own journey as a new resident or American? That’s what we do each week on The Immigrant Experience in America hosted by Simone W. Johnson Smith –– mother of Saige, wife of Jimmy, former U.S. Diplomat, Life Coach, Creative and Activator –– every episode is an in-depth look at the positive contributions immigrants are making to the American culture, marketplace and life.  I was inspired to start this podcast by my own experience as an immigrant American who legally migrated to the United States but yet has frequent experiences of a love-hate relationship of America with its immigrant population and as a result of a larger vacuum surrounding the positive contributions of immigrants to American Life. We will sit down with successful immigrant Americans to discuss how they navigated the complexity of being an immigrant-American to achieve their American Dream. This is a spot for us to get real - peel back the layers, if you will, of what it means to be an immigrant in America. Our intention is to serve as a bridge from your culture to the American culture – giving you a roadmap of tools and language to understand the unstated rules of the American culture.

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