Working Globally Through the Pandemic
One month ago, I lead a virtual panel on “Working Globally Through the Pandemic–The Outlook for a Global Career in a Post-COVID19 World”, sponsored by The George Washington University-Center for International Business & Education Research (GW-CIBER). We had 8 fabulous global thinkers across many different disciplines. Leaders who not only have had successful global careers, […]
Read MoreBook Review: The Strange Journey of Alice Pendelbury
I’ve read a lot of books this summer. Many from the list of “Globetrotting” put together by the New York Times published in January. If you’re looking for a well-written novel that’s provocative yet easy enough to read, I recommend The Strange Case of Alice Pendelbury, by Marc Levin, France’s most popular contemporary novelist. If you’re interested in sharing a title–even writing a short review–that has some global aspect, send me an email. #StacieBerdanBookClub
Read MoreA Student’s Attempt to Understand the Complicated History of the Tiananmen Square Massacre
Amidst the reporting and criticism today on the 30th anniversary of the Tiananmen Massacre, a college student attempts to understand how this historic event is absent from people’s lives today.
Read MoreWomen Helping Women
Women can help other women on small, medium and large scales in every country around the world. Networking and sharing can be cross-cultural acts of kindness and smart economics.
Read MoreGo Global! Available on Amazon & B&N.com!
Go Global! hits the eShelves this week, selling for $4.99. Filled with practical advice and job-seeking strategies, this book is the go-to resource for anyone looking to make a markin today’s global economy. From high school students to mid-career professionals, Go Global! will make a difference!
Read MoreFunny Side of Working in China
In my new book, Go Global! Launching an International Career, I provide practical tips on how to prepare for and launch an international career. It includes a full-length chapter on launching a career in China. Don’t miss it – it will be available on Amazon and iTunes in a few weeks!
Read MoreTravel the “China Road” Through Modern-day China
“China Road: A Journey Into the Future of a Rising Power” by Rob Gifford, veteran NPR reporter, takes readers on a journey through the cultural heart of post-Maoist modern China. As China continues to rise in global economic importance, so do the many books on the Middle Kingdom. But unless you have lots of time […]
Read MoreHero: Life & Legend of Lawrence of Arabia Tops Off My Reading List
I love to read — have for as long as I can remember. And although I spend a lot of time combing newspapers, periodicals and blogs, nothing beats a great book to put things in perspective — to give me reason to pause and think. Since many people ask me and so many others “what […]
Read MoreGetting to Know You — International Style
School-sponsored International Nights can play an important role in helping children appreciate diversity and begin to be globally aware. They also help bring diverse groups together to embrace one another’s uniqueness.
Read MoreCollateral Benefits!
By Anna Catalano, guest blogger Much has been written about the professional advantages of working abroad. In today’s global business environment, it’s clear to see how important it is to understand and “live” the differences that societies around the world maintain and the uniqueness of each country’s business practices. But a collateral benefit of having a […]
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