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Caryn Walsh of Pure Magic International Business Solutions looks at working internationally – knowing what will work and where !
5 DELIGHTS OF WORKING INTERNATIONALLY
Organisations have a common denominator . People . Every Organisation , regardless of which continent , has similar issues – all centred on people . Ineffective leadership , inadequate communication and for many , ongoing conflict amongst staff are some of the issues . A key skill for an international business woman is knowing what will work and what will not with a particular audience . This comes from experience and a firm understanding of the culture and the people with whom you may be working .
EMPOWERING WOMEN TO THRIVE To assume that we know the plight of a woman in Africa or Fiji , for example , is bordering on arrogance . Whilst they are woman like we are , they have their own unique challenges – cultural aspects of life , the expectations of community and family , and their own narrative of where they fit into the world .
1 ) THE PEOPLE YOU MEET There are some extraordinary people and you always have to have an open mind about meeting cultures different from our own . Lifelong friendships are often formed through international work . They add such a rich tapestry to our lives .
2 ) THE CULTURES YOU EXPERIENCE Seeing the different way people live , relate and experience life is a fantastic gift to receive .
3 ) THE COUNTRIES YOU VISIT Exotic , different , unique ! New sights , scenes , and tastes ! It can be all so uplifting
4 ) THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE The core of satisfaction is to know that in our own small way , we can make a difference to our struggling world every day . Leadership and women are where the key issues are , so we need to position ourselves in both markets .
5 ) THE RELATIONSHIPS YOU FORGE Lifelong friendships are so often formed through international work .
Women ’ s Network Magazine 51