Listen "In conversation with Maria Jos - Episode 8"
Episode Synopsis
This is our third episode with a guest! Maria is an exceptionally well-travelled NRI who has studied and worked at some of our world's most prestigious institutions and organisations and is currently transitioning into a phase in which she is the teacher, the leader. We couldn't have caught her at a more exciting time and we hope that you feel the same while you watch/listen. Enjoy.(00:00) Maria Joss: A Journey Through Education and Career(01:46) Navigating Finances as an International Student(04:01) Choosing the UAE: A Strategic Move(06:38) Cultural Dynamics: Work and Life in Dubai(08:41) Visa and Residency: The Golden Visa Experience(11:24) Cultural Integration: The Multicultural Fabric of Dubai(19:21) Cultural Perspectives on National Identity(20:34) Rapid Transformation in the Middle East(22:12) Women in the Workforce: Progress and Challenges(23:15) Navigating Life in the UAE: Documentation and Banking(24:01) Evolving Personal Finance Strategies(32:16) Building a Startup: Emotional Health in Dating(39:36) Navigating Loneliness in Dating(40:47) The Shift from Traditional to Digital Dating(42:06) The Leap into Entrepreneurship(44:08) Working with Family: A Unique Dynamic(45:23) Setting Up a Business in the UAE(47:28) Advantages and Disadvantages of Being an NRI(49:04) Future Aspirations and Embracing Uncertainty(50:00) Rapid Fire: Personal Insights and Cultural Reflections
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