Global Grit Conversations | Episode 105: Navigating the Tech Landscape: Aarthi's Journey from Business School to Google ft. Aarthi Sivasankaran

Global Grit Conversations | Episode 109: Hidden Skills to Help Navigate Culture ft. Sinki (Sin Kit)

In this episode, Sinki - a Macau-born polyglot living in Medellín - discusses bridging cultural divides across Chinese, Portuguese, and Latin American societies. The conversation explores how language immersion, cultural agility, and authentic relationship-building unlock trust, entrepreneurship, and new trade opportunities between Colombia and China.

Global Grit Conversations | Episode 108: Finding my Place Abroad ft. Pam Grist

In this episode, Pam reflects on leadership, finance, and entrepreneurship in emerging markets, drawing attention to the gap between strategy and execution. The discussion highlights access to capital, financial literacy, and gender dynamics within complex economic systems.

Global Grit Conversations | Episode 107: The Midlife Passage ft. Iveta Clarke

In this episode, Iveta Clarke discusses reclaiming the narrative around aging, moving from the concept of "crisis" to a purposeful "third act." The conversation explores how resilience, vulnerability, and navigating global transitions shape leadership and self-awareness.

Global Grit Conversations | Episode 106: Entrepreneurship and Women-Led Business in the Middle East ft. Tamara Abdel-Jaber

In this episode, Tamara Abdel-Jaber explores women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship across the MENA region, with a special focus on Saudi Arabia. She reflects on her journey as an entrepreneur and mentor, discussing cultural transformation, opportunities within the Saudi business ecosystem, and practical strategies for entering and succeeding in regional markets. The conversation also highlights supporting women business owners, navigating diverse business environments, and emerging trends in consulting and impact measurement.

Global Grit Conversations | Episode 105: Navigating the Tech Landscape: Aarthi's Journey from Business School to Google ft. Aarthi Sivasankaran

In this episode of Global Grit Conversations, Pamela Campagna interviews Aarthi, a technical program manager at Google, who shares her inspiring career journey from engineering to the tech industry. Aarthi discusses her educational background, including her decision to pursue a master's degree in international business, and how her curiosity and desire to learn have shaped her career path. She reflects on pivotal moments that influenced her decisions, such as choosing to work at a startup despite advice to seek stability, and the importance of having a supportive family during her transition to a new country and culture.