Navigate Across Borders

Welcome to Navigate Across Borders! If you are an expat, a global professional, or simply someone fascinated by international living, you are in the right place. I’m Dotty, a French expat and global educator who has lived across Asia for over 20 years. I’m currently based in Bangalore, India. This channel explores the real-life stories of people who live and work outside of their country. But it’s also about locals who are willing to share their cultural stories.

Navigate Across Borders is a education podcast hosted by Dotty, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dotty hosts Navigate Across Borders, a education show with 23 episodes published.

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  Episode #22

  22 - Partir En Inde Pour Faire Un Stage : Bonne Ou Mauvaise Idée ?! [FR]

  Sep 21, 202635 minS1

  Léo Castaing, ingénieur aéronautique stagiaire pour une entreprise française, nous raconte sans filtre sa vie d'expatrié à Bangalore, dans le sud de l'Inde. Ensemble, nous cassons les clichés souvent véhiculés sur ce pays, et comment s'y adapter facilement. Tu découvriras les réponses à ces questions : L'Inde était-elle vraiment le premier choix de Léo pour son V.IE. (Volontariat International en Entreprise) ? Comment mieux comprendre les malentendus entre les professionnels français et indiens ? Comment bien communiquer avec ses collègues locaux ? Est-il plus facile de s'adapter à Bangalore ? De quel budget a-t-on réellement besoin pour avoir un train de vie confortable en Inde ? En quoi le réseau des expatriés français et les groupes de discussion facilitent-ils la vie sur place ? Faut-il croire ce que l'on voit sur les réseaux sociaux avant de s'expatrier ? Épisode indispensable pour les futurs stagiaires et jeunes professionnels qui hésitent encore à franchir le pas pour s'expatrier. Si tu es nouveau ou nouvelle, je suis Dorothée, une expatriée originaire de Lyon. Je vis en Asie depuis plus de 20 ans. Je suis basée à Bangalore depuis 2018. Pour en savoir plus sur l'expatriation et les expériences interculturelles, abonne-toi à ce podcast sur ta plateforme favorite, YouTube et Instagram ici : https://lnk.bio/navigate_across_borders Laisse un commentaire pour commencer une discussion et 5 étoiles pour soutenir l'émission ! Chapitres 00:00 - Introduction de Léo, ingénieur V.I.E 01:09 - Comment trouver son stage 04:12 - Ses missions et chocs culturels en entreprise 05:16 - La gestion du temps en Inde v.s. en France 17:55 - L'importance de la diplomatie, de l'ego et de la hiérarchie au travail 21:30 - La vérité sur la sécurité dans les rues indiennes 23:53 - Hygiène, livraison de repas et bonnes adresses à Bangalore 26:45 - Budget et salaire V.I.E : de combien as-tu besoin pour bien vivre ? 28:46 - L'aide de Business France 31:48 - S'intégrer : le réseau des expatriés et le groupe de discussion indispensable 36:03 - Le conseil final de Léo pour ceux qui ont peur de partir à l'étranger pour un stage. Support the show

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  Episode #20

  20 - From Bangalore to Madrid: How To Adapt To A New Culture

  Jul 29, 202634 minS1

  In this episode I chatted with Sangeetha, a Spanish teacher from India who speaks five languages. She shares her captivating journey from Bangalore to Madrid. She had to figure out how to survive in a meat-heavy culinary culture as a vegetarian. Ultimately, she learned how to understand Spanish traditions and culture. Beyond her European adventures, Sangeetha helps us decode the contrasts between North and South India. We also uncover essential etiquette for working in India. Chapters 00:00 – The weirdest food combinations 04:31 – Leaving the corporate world for teaching Spanish 08:05 – Culture shock in Madrid 16:14 – How speaking five languages changes your personality 20:45 – The deep cultural contrasts between North and South India 32:24 – The unspoken rules of Indian business etiquette 39:42 – Conclusion and final thoughts Access the other podcast episodes of Navigate Across Borders on YouTube and on your favorite platforms here If you are an expat, a global professional, or simply someone fascinated by international living, you are in the right place. This podcast explores the real-life stories of people who live and work outside of their country. But it’s also about locals who are willing to share their cultural stories. Who am I? I'm a French expat and international educator. I've lived and worked in Asia since 2004, and I'm based in Bangalore. Support the show

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  Episode #19

  19 - India, USA and The UK: Lessons From 30 Years of Living Across Cultures

  Jun 15, 202634 minS1

  After spending decades living in India, the United States, and the United Kingdom, Kusum Mongia has learned that the question "Where are you from?" is not always easy to answer. In this episode of Navigate Across Borders , Kusum shares her journey across three cultures, reflecting on identity, belonging, work culture, and the realities of building a life across borders. We discuss the differences between American, British, and Indian ways of living and working, the challenges of returning to a country after years abroad, and the hidden emotional cost of expatriation. Kusum also shares a beautiful poem about transition and what it means to move from one chapter of life to another. Whether you're an expat, an international professional, or simply curious about life between cultures, this conversation offers thoughtful insights into finding home in more than one place. Access the other podcast episodes of Navigate Across Borders on YouTube and on your favorite platforms here Who am I? I'm a French expat and international educator. I've lived and worked in Asia since 2004, and I'm based in Bangalore. Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Kusum's Global Journey 02:57 Cultural Habits, Time, and Life Across Three Continents 08:48 Work Culture: USA vs UK, Competition & Work-Life Balance 18:18 Where Is Home? Identity, Expat Life & Belonging 26:34 The Expat Experience, Transitions & Returning to India Support the show

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  Navigate Across Borders

  18 - Vivre à Bangalore (Inde du sud) en Famille : Adaptation, École et Chocs Culturels [FR]

  May 14, 202653 minS0

  <p>Dans cet épisode, Marie raconte son expatriation en Inde du sud avec son mari et ses deux enfants après avoir quitté la France. Ils sont maintenant à Bangalore.</p><p>Dans cette discussion sans filtre nous voyons :</p>Comment des enfants francophones s’adaptent dans une école internationale avec un niveau bas en anglais dès le départÀ quoi ressemble vraiment la vie de famille en Inde, et à Bangalore en particulierLes défis, les surprises et les points positifs d’une expatriation en familleComment un conjoint ou une conjointe suiveur/suiveuse peut se faire un réseau d'amis et ne plus se s...

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  Episode #17

  17 - An American Expat in Bangalore - What Nobody Tells You About Living in India

  May 4, 202644 minS1

  <p>Thinking about moving to India? </p><p>In this episode I sat down with Brian Hooks, an American expat who has spent over five years living and working in India. </p><p>Brian provides an honest look at the realities of life in Bangalore.</p><p>Whether you are a professional considering a global career move, an aspiring expat, or simply curious about cross-cultural experiences, this conversation is for you.</p><p>Access the other podcast episodes of Navigate Across Borders on YouTube and on your favorite platforms here</p><p>Listen to my contribution on the Brian's podcast "Wh...

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