The Journey Onwards

I sat with Life & Career Transition Coach, Summie Yeung, to explore the evolving challenges faced by immigrants and the critical role of cultural intelligence in today's world.🔍 Why Listen?Whether you’re an immigrant, a leader in a multicultural workplace, or simply curious about how culture shapes confidence and success, this episode offers actionable insights. Summie Yeung’s unique perspective will help you understand the hidden dynamics at play in intercultural relationships and how cultural intelligence can be your key to thriving in diverse environments.Some of the things you'll learn:How have the challenges faced by immigrants changed over time?How is cultural intelligence different to emotional intelligence?How to overcome your fears of connecting with people from other cultures.What is it like being a Chinese immigrant in the UK?The difference in teaching style between Hong Kong and the West.The real reason why Chinese kids are good at maths.How to overcome the fear of English being your second language in the workplace.What will be the key skill of a leader of a diverse multicultural organisation?Find out how much your grandkids are likely to know about your life. Take our 30 second quiz: https://knowyourroots.lifeGuest links:Summie Yeung helps multiculturals choose a career path aligned with their identities, without feeling like rejects or cultural clichés.SPECIAL GIFT for Roots to Routes listeners: https://www.summieyeung.com/giftGet in touch:IG @summiecoach.mehttps://summieyeung.com.

In this thought-provoking episode, the founders of Thrivall dive deep into some of today’s most critical conversations around workplace engagement, mental health, burnout, and wellbeing. We also explore the influence of society’s perception of ADHD is evolving and why it’s crucial to shift the narrative.🔍 Why Listen?If you’re looking to understand how companies and individuals should really be measuring success, and navigate the pressures of modern life with a balanced approach, this episode is for you. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone on a journey of self-discovery, the insights shared in this conversation are invaluable.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lOwdL8fhwfoWe discuss:Reframing the conversation about ADHDWhy not all cultures have the freedom to do what they want in lifeHow your parents journey can define the freedom you are givenIs there a point where the pursuit of self-development becomes ‘too much’The Untold Story of Elite Athletes: Are They Really Healthy?The Real Reason 82% of Managers Are Failing—And How to Avoid ItWhy ‘Doing Less’ Is the Key to More: The Surprising ScienceWhy Success Isn’t About Your Grades or PerformanceWhy being at the top is not always a good thingWho are Thrivall: Thrivall delivers Proactive Corporate Mental Health and Wellbeing Programmes and brings evidence-based peak performance psychology training to give access to tools and resources together with 1:1 sessions with qualified counsellor-coaches as well as providing wellbeing benchmarking and measurement to track improvements.

Kathy Borys Siddiqui, is an undeniable expert in understanding of culture and cultural differences. As the founder of Active Action, she’s focused on helping people and companies to understand the international landscape they now find themselves in so that they can build better relationships, attract better talent and provide the tools to bridge the gap between people from different backgroundsNot only does she hold a Masters in Cultural Studies, but she’s also lived in multiple countries, giving her the first-hand personal experience to know what she’s talking about. Find out more: http://activeaction.dk/In this episode, expect to learn about:our experiences of the cultural differences in breakfast habitsthe influential role of Kathy’s grandfather, how entrepreneurship has been around for generationshow trust is a big factor in how clean your country is what’s needed to thrive in a new countryhow the liking gap explains why we think people think of us worse than they really dothe key difference between high and low performing leaders and managersGet in TouchInstagram: www.instagram.com/anandsworkdYouTube: www.youtube.com/ananddattanipodcastEmail: www.ananddattani.com/contact

I had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room to now working with people in over 30 countries and becoming an executive board member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).We discuss his tips for success with his cross-cultural marriage, navigating intercultural relationships in your personal and professional life, the mindset required to thrive when moving to a new country, and much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7qrvrpVfDCsTHE GUESTLiu Liu has decades of experience specialising in helping international organisations and businesses to improve communication and cooperation among employees to drive individual and team performance.He coaches managers and leaders in a cross-cultural context to build trust, communicate effectively, and deliver results.In the full conversation, we discuss:Are Chinese people rude or hospitable?Cultural differences in relationships at workHow to make sure your cross-cultural marriage starts wellThe role of parents in the relationship decision of their childrenThe three types of mixed culture relationships2 mindset tips when you move abroad and feel like you have to start againWhy immigrants often have an attitude issue when they move to a new country.What is stereotype threat, and is it getting worse?Can we even do anything about our unconscious biases?Intercultural understanding and leadership.What is the babble effect?📱 FOLLOW ON SOCIALS (& GET IN TOUCH)INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/anandsworldTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ananddattanipodcastLINKEDIN: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/anand-dattaniSIGN UP TO LIFETIMES FREE ACCESS: https://lifetimesapp.com🙏LEAVE A REVIEWIf you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bigger the show gets, the bigger the guests get! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/roots-to-routes/id1548231634

I had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room to now working with people in over 30 countries and becoming an executive board member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).We discuss his tips for success with his cross-cultural marriage, navigating intercultural relationships in your personal and professional life, the mindset required to thrive when moving to a new country, and much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7qrvrpVfDCsTHE GUESTLiu Liu has decades of experience specialising in helping international organisations and businesses to improve communication and cooperation among employees to drive individual and team performance.He coaches managers and leaders in a cross-cultural context to build trust, communicate effectively, and deliver results.SIGN UP TO LIFETIMES FREE ACCESS: https://lifetimesapp.comWe discuss:Are Chinese people rude or hospitable?Cultural differences in relationships at workHow to make sure your cross-cultural marriage starts wellThe role of parents in the relationship decision of their childrenThe three types of mixed culture relationships2 mindset tips when you move abroad and feel like you have to start againWhy immigrants often have an attitude issue when they move to a new country.What is stereotype threat, and is it getting worse?Can we even do anything about our unconscious biases?Intercultural understanding and leadership.What is the babble effect?📱 FOLLOW ON SOCIALS (& GET IN TOUCH)INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/anandsworldTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ananddattanipodcastLINKEDIN: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/anand-dattani🙏LEAVE A REVIEWIf you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bigger the show gets, the bigger the guests get! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/roots-to-routes/id1548231634

"We’re not just making a manual washing machine, we’re trying to reduce the burden of hand washing clothes for women a girls around the world." Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Z7Qlx-mmCkWHO IS NAVJOT SAWHNEY:- The humanitarian engineer who co-founded The Washing Machine Project, a social enterprise dedicated to designing and distributing a manual hand-cranked washing machine to displaced and low-income people around the world.- Among 14 winners of the annual 21st Century Icon Awards as the Sustainability Rising Star - Awarded for the most improved performance in the class of 2013JOIN THE LIFESTIMES APP WAITLIST: https://bit.ly/3QrlbeeLifeTimes is a family tree and multimedia platform where you can create a profile and chronological timeline the key moments of your (or your family member's) life, so that they can live on for the future generations. You can upload photos, videos or audio, tag other connections, and have your life remembered the way you want it to. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3QrlbeeJOIN THE LIFESTIMES APP WAITLIST: https://bit.ly/3QrlbeeLifeTimes is a family tree and multimedia platform where you can create a profile and chronological timeline the key moments of your (or your family member's) life, so that they can live on for the future generations. You can upload photos, videos or audio, tag other connections, and have your life remembered the way you want it to. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3QrlbeeWe discuss:Why our ancestors were so entrepreneurial“My mum came to London with no-one around her and 5 pounds in her pocket”Navigating the loss of his father at an early ageThe value of tracking our family treeDepression stigma in Hindu and Punjabi cultures Growing up in Southall Being diagnosed with ADHD and his mum's response to itA tip on aligning your decisions with your valuesAccepting that the road to success is bumpyHow do we increase positive impact initiatives without further increasing the wealth gap problem📱FOLLOW ON SOCIALS (& GET IN TOUCH)INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/anandsworldTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ananddattanipodcastLINKEDIN: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/anand-dattani🎙️ABOUT THE PODCASTR2R uncovers the family roots of change-makers, to understand how it's influenced the legacy they want to leave for future generations.We invite guests well known in their field, and some of the greatest minds I've come across. From founders and CEOs, to performing artists, authors and ex-athletes, each one of them is driven by key message and impact they want to have on the world.🙏LEAVE A REVIEWIf you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bigger the show gets, the bigger the guests get! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/roots-to-routes/id1548231634

"I think it's never too late to cut that generational trauma, to whatever extent we have it, we need to learn to heal and cut that for the next generation" - Sonia KaurahWho is Sonia?Australia born with Malaysian-Indian roots.Founder of Tala Thrive - a mental health platform that matches you to therapists and coaches who understand your culture, language and/or religionEx-VC (Antler) and startup mentor and have helped over 200 startups raise their first round of capital, grow or expand.Reach out to her: https://www.talathrive.comWhat we cover:What gives people from immigrant backgrounds an advantage?The downsides to finding resilience and independence at a young age.Why mental health isn’t talked about in certain cultures.Understanding the impact of stigma on people with mental illness.How to embrace coming from a multicultural background.Personal experiences of discrimination in Sweden.Issues with self-esteem and Imposter Syndrome as a woman of colour.What is Tala Thrive?How your cultural context influences your perspective on emotions.Why does mental health stigma still exist in certain cultures and societies.WATCH FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/VkToqaS_WmM** BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: LIFETIMES APP PRE-LAUNCH **The family tree and multimedia platform that allows you to create a profile and timeline of your most significant memories and life events, so that you can share your life story with the future generations.~ launching Summer 2024 ~Find Out More and JOIN THE WAITLIST for FREE Access: https://lifetimesapp.com📱 FOLLOW ON SOCIALS (& GET IN TOUCH)INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/anandsworldTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ananddattanipodcastLINKEDIN: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/anand-dattani🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCASTR2R uncovers the family roots of change-makers, to understand how it's influenced the legacy they want to leave for future generations.We invite guests well known in their field, and some of the greatest minds I've come across. From founders and CEOs, to performing artists, authors and ex-athletes, each one of them is driven by key message and impact they want to have on the world.🙏 LEAVE A REVIEWIf you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bigger the show gets, the bigger the guests get! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/roots-to-routes/id1548231634

“I had to embrace my identity, and try to define it. And it’s been a journey of acceptance, in a way. And it’s a never ending piece - to say that I finally got to a realisation that my identity is myself.”About Richard Davis:- Co-Founder & CEO of 51toCarbonZero, a platform designed to help media, marketing and advertising companies create accountable transition plans to accelerate their journey to achieve net zero.- 20+ years of executing sustainability & corporate transformation- Ex Global Chief of Business Strategy at dentsu- Sustainable Business Degree from CambridgeWATCH FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/kamivZEuQigWe discuss:The search to reconnect with his father.Growing up in Italy with an English name.The pros and cons coming from a mixed identity.Why real hardship is required for innovation.A valuable life lesson from the film 'Slumdog Millionaire'How to know when a risk is worth taking.The 2 views on what happiness is.Have we become complacent about the risks of climate change?Starting 51toCarbonZero.Do the younger generation care about climate change?What are the values required for successful future leaders of climate change?📱 FOLLOW ON SOCIALS (& GET IN TOUCH)INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/anandsworldTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ananddattanipodcastLINKEDIN: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/anand-dattani🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCASTR2R uncovers the family roots of change-makers, to understand how it's influenced the legacy they want to leave for future generations.We invite guests well known in their field, and some of the greatest minds I've come across. From founders and CEOs, to performing artists, authors and ex-athletes, each one of them is driven by key message and impact they want to have on the world.🙏LEAVE A REVIEWIf you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bigger the show gets, the bigger the guests get! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/roots-to-routes/id1548231634