Authenticity, Courage, and Inclusion with Andy Molinsky
My guest on today\u2019s podcast, Andy Molinsky, is an expert in cross-cultural adaptation. He is a Professor at Brandeis University\u2019s International Business School with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. He received his Ph.D. and a Master\u2019s from Harvard. He holds a Master\u2019s in International Affairs from Columbia and a BA in International Affairs from Brown. He has been featured in and written for Harvard Business Review.
During our conversation, we discuss the importance of authenticity, courage, and inclusion, as well as his books, Global Dexterity: How to Adapt Your Behavior Across Cultures Without Losing Yourself in the Process and Reach: A Strategy to Help You Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Rise to the Challenge.\xa0 Andy delves into\xa0the concepts of cultural fusion and the art of cross-cultural relations.
Key Takeaways:
[1:41] What the phrase \u2018bring your whole self to work\u2019 means to Andy.
[3:31] Liberal Arts, International Relations, and Brandeis University.
[8:34] Andy\u2019s education is a blend of hands-on learning, mixed with programs from top-shelf universities.
[17:21] The core principles and ideas behind Andy\u2019s books, Global Dexterity and Reach.
[34:03] Andy\u2019s inspiration behind writing Reach.
[37:24] Five key roadblocks to keep people from stepping outside of their comfort zone.
[41:04] Three core insights to help you step outside your comfort zone.
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