Work without Borders 跨越职场边界：凯文与小花北美视‪角‬ workwithoutborderspodcast

In this episode, we have the honor to host a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in brand communications, marketing, retail, and e-commerce. With a career that spans diverse business environments in New York, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership acumen.
Joining us on the podcast is Kei, who will introduce us to the concept of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). However, Kei shares a unique perspective—while she has achieved financial independence, she has chosen not to retire early. Instead, she continues to pursue her passions and career.
Kei offers valuable tips and insights on how to achieve financial independence, hoping to inspire our audience to take control of their financial futures. Tune in to learn from her extensive experience and discover how you, too, can work towards achieving FIRE.
Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review on your favorite platform to help more people discover these compelling stories and insights.
 
1:49 Guest introduction
3:00 How do you define financial independence?
4:30 What is FAT FIRE and what is SLIM FIRE?
11:00 Four simple steps to achieve FIRE
41:00 Key Decisions in Your Career Path and Why not retire early?
47:11 How did you make key decisions in your life? 
1:00:30 Advice on young professionals who want to achieve FIRE?
 
Here are the two books and some terms mentioned in the podcast:
"The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham is the definitive guide to smart investing. With timeless principles and practical advice, it has been the bedrock for countless successful investors, including Warren Buffett.
"Creative Visualization" by Shakti Gawain empowers readers to harness the power of their imagination. Through practical exercises and inspiring insights, this book teaches the art of manifesting your desires and creating a life of abundance.
The 4% Rule
www.investopedia.comterms/f/four-percent-rule.asp#:~:text=The%204%25%20rule%20says%20people,current%20and%20future%20financial%20needs.
Dollar-Cost Averaging
www.investopedia.comterms/d/dollarcostaveraging.asp
The Daily Episode
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1SkNwxpR0eW3xDkSHGUHWg?si=mdRwsBJaQLOaC_XJCLCEdg

在最新一期节目中，我们深入探讨了最近多次冲上热搜的Manner咖啡店员工与顾客之间的事件。这些事件背后反映了在资本的强压下，打工人如何让自己的隐性情绪劳动被看到的问题。
凯文和小花在节目中分享了许多职场中的实际例子，讨论了打工人如何提高职业素养、管理情绪，以及在面对压力和挑战时的应对策略。希望通过这期节目，能够为各位职场人带来一些新的思考和启发，帮助大家更好地应对工作中的各种情绪和压力。
请记得订阅我们的播客，并在你常用的播客平台上留下评论和评分，让更多人听到这些有价值的故事和经验。
 
-2:55 资本的强压下打工人的情绪价值
-6:11 公司需要设计一个环境来让打工人释放情绪价值
-9：20 顾客和服务员应该是平等的角色，打工人何苦为难打工人
-15:40 打工人的职业素养：情绪管理的重要性
-22:30 要么忍要么狠
-25:30 你的工作有多少没有被看见的情绪劳动
-30:30 如何让别人共情你

In this episode, we are honoured to host the talented film director Danny Wu. Born in 1996 in Chengdu, China, and now based in Canada, Danny is best known for directing the acclaimed film "American: An Odyssey to 1947," which was featured on Jonathan Rosenbaum’s list of "Best films of 2022."
In this insightful conversation, Danny sheds light on his journey as a minority director striving to carve out a space in the predominantly Caucasian film industry. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities he faces, and how his immigration background from Chengdu has profoundly influenced his filmmaking. Danny’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and the power of diverse perspectives in the world of cinema.
Tune in to hear Danny Wu's inspiring journey and gain a deeper understanding of the experiences that shape his work. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review on your favourite platform to help more people discover these compelling stories.
 
1:01 A little bit about the film
5:50 How did Danny get the support he needed for this film?
14:50 His goal was to premier the film at the oscar-qualified festival
19:00 Having luck was important, but not just all luck
20:40 How did the “Chengdu culture” attribute to his filmmaking?
32:40 What’s the biggest challenge for his career advancement?
39:40 Turning passion into a career? And how to pivot your passion?
44:10 Advice to give to aspiring filmmakers
48:37 The favorite film of the director
50:35 What’s next big thing?

在这一期节目中，我们邀请到了一位在硅谷被裁员、求职一年多、现处于失业状态的女性，来分享她在这段时间里的心路历程。她讲述了面对失业带来的焦虑，如何通过重新认识和接纳自我来找到内心的平静。她在小某书上发表的一篇吐槽贴意外爆火，让她意识到有许多和她一样在硅谷经历迷茫的女性。希望她的故事能引起大家的共鸣，为正在经历类似困境的朋友们带来一些启发和安慰。
请记得订阅我们的播客，并在你常用的播客平台上留下评论和评分，让更多人听到这些有价值的故事和经验。
 
-1:40 从失业到现在投了多少份简历
-3:30 嘉宾的基本学历背景
-9:20 硅谷永远不缺优秀的人才，却拒掉了仅有的offer
-14:10 找工焦虑用小某书发泄，意外爆火
-28:15 硅谷社交大环境，厌倦了以大厂码农的方式和他们社交
-38:10 焦虑和向内看让你一直无法享受当下，要开始关注我拥有的
-45:40 自我接纳和自洽的过程是个Z字型
-55:20 想回国不是逃避，是想回归熟悉
-61:30 在失业期间配偶的支持，像朋友一样和他倾诉
-63:15 独立女性在失业期间丧失“独立性”的焦虑

在本期节目中，我们邀请了三位来自中国、加拿大和美国的职场妈妈，探讨在不同国家做职场妈妈的独特体验和挑战。我们深入聊到了各地的福利政策、职场对职场妈妈的支持、如何平衡职场与家庭生活、职场妈妈重返工作后的升迁影响，以及最后他们还分享了在这三个国家生育成本的比较。通过她们的亲身经历和见解，希望能为全球的职场妈妈们带来启发和共鸣。赶快收听这一期的精彩内容吧！
请记得订阅我们的播客，并在你常用的播客平台上留下评论和评分，让更多人听到这些有价值的故事和经验。
 
-1:09 职场妈妈们的自我介绍
-2:57 职场妈妈们分享当了妈妈的感受
-8:55 职场和家庭的平衡
-10:22 怀孕期间公司职场氛围，能感受到支持吗？
-17:22 中美加三国孕期职场妈妈福利/假期大比较 （硬核干货）
-36:40 妈妈分享如何在上海拿生育补贴金与生育补贴金的金额计算方式
-41:14 国内对妈妈们的补贴与支持会想让你继续生二胎吗
-43:30 职场妈妈如何应对在哺乳期内兼顾工作与家庭？
-50:20 生完孩子的妈妈回到职场有什么感受？工作内容有什么变化？对升迁有影响吗？
-67:00 职场招聘对适龄适婚的女性有区别对待吗？国内外大对比
-72:56 养娃到底有多贵？中美加孕产，月嫂，日托大对比 （美国生娃费用大揭密！惊掉下巴）

In this latest episode, we're thrilled to have a special guest from the skies – a dedicated cabin crew member from the Middle East. She has graciously shared her unique journey, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs she has encountered along the way.From her first day of training to the moment she donned her uniform, our guest takes us through the highs and lows of her career. She opens up about her journey to get the job, the cultural nuances she navigates daily, and the invaluable life lessons she's learned from serving passengers at 30,000 feet.Whether you're an aspiring flight attendant, a frequent flyer, or simply curious about life behind the curtain of air travel, this episode promises to offer a captivating glimpse into the world of a Middle Eastern cabin crew member. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight as we dive into her incredible story.