Moving Countries 101From Shanghai to Canada with Jennifer He
In this episode, Clare is joined by Jennifer He, who is originally from Shanghai, China, today she lives in Toronto, Canada and is a strategic growth expert. She shares her upbringing in an intellectual family and how she used a hopeful mindset to help her settle in Canada. Jennifer also talks about how understanding cultural differences and adapting enabled her to grow on a personal and professional level.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Moving abroad prompts you to look at things differently, which means you can sometimes see the need to change before others do.
- When you move you always discover something new about yourself and others.
- Do a trial run, before uprooting and moving.
- Often the people are friendly and welcoming even when the immigration system is not.
- Facilitate communication, it is possible to change people´s limiting beliefs and generalisations by the way you act and respond.
BEST MOMENTS
‘I grew up in a multicultural area of Shanghai, so was very much influenced by that. ´
‘The very skillset that makes you a successful entrepreneur will make you a disastrous investor.’
‘Maybe, when you are hopeful, you take action when you are angry, you’re just angry.’
Jennifer He: Your Marketing & Innovation Partner
Jennifer is a design-driven innovator, seasoned marketer, and business strategist with nearly 30 years of international experience. Clients benefit from her high pedigree of services and flexible arrangements. Today, she partners with business leaders to design revenue opportunities and implement comprehensive marketing strategies, so you feel in control, can scale, sustain growth, and buy back your time to enjoy life.
Jennifer holds an MBA from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto and a BA from Shanghai International Studies University.
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ABOUT THE HOST: Clare Kay is a seasoned global traveller and professional with a rich background in international sales, customer service, and personal development. From selling books and television programs internationally to teaching English as a foreign language and proofreading for non-native speakers, Clare’s career has always been globally focused. Her extensive travels for business have given her first-hand experience with numerous cultures. Having moved countries multiple times—from the UK to Zambia, China, Taiwan, Nigeria, and the USA—Clare brings a wealth of direct experience. Her podcast ‘Moving Countries 101’ is an extension of her lifelong commitment to international engagement and cultural understanding.
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Podcast Description: Podcast Description: ‘Moving Countries 101’ is your essential guide to navigating the complexities of relocating abroad. Host Clare Kay and her guests share authentic stories that highlight the unique challenges and opportunities of making a home in a new country, whether you're moving for a new job, to live with a partner, or to explore a new lifestyle. Clare brings her extensive experience in international travel and business to each episode, delving into the emotional, physical, and cultural impacts of moving countries. Tune in for valuable tips, heartfelt conversations, and a celebration of the diverse experiences that come with living abroad. ‘Moving Countries 101’ is all about embracing change, discovering new perspectives, and finding your place in the world.
