I write more deeply about what I learn from my intervieweesalong with insights from 20+ years as a diplomat and army officer - in my weekly ⁠newsletter⁠, Diplomatic Dispatches.You can also find me here:LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-s-upton⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/howtodiplomat/⁠Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@howtodiplomat------------------------------------------------------In this episode of the How to Diplomat podcast, I speak to Josue Castro, an experienced diplomat who shares his journey through the complexities of diplomacy, particularly during the Arab Spring in Egypt. We talk about the challenges of navigating moral and ethical dilemmas, the importance of personal growth through adversity, and the skills gained from diplomatic experiences. Josue reflects on his transition from diplomacy to sustainability consulting, emphasizing the significance of leadership and personal development. The conversation concludes with insights on career choices and the unique superpowers diplomats bring to the private sector.--------------------------------------------------------Chapters00:00 Introduction02:25 The Journey into Diplomacy03:05 Finding Purpose in Foreign Affairs04:34 Balancing Idealism and Pragmatism06:50 Navigating Human Rights and Trade Interests07:57 Experiences in Cairo: The Dream Team09:10 The Emotional Toll of Diplomacy10:41 Personal Growth and Leadership Development12:47 Staying Grounded in Intense Situations14:50 Transitioning from Government to Private Sector19:21 Navigating Leadership Journeys19:55 The Importance of Reflection in Career Growth21:55 Lessons from Diplomacy: Skills and Insights25:12 The Value of Boundary Spanning in Professional Life29:10 Systems Thinking: A Diplomat's Perspective31:17 Advice for Future Diplomats and Leaders34:16 Final TakeawaysThe views expressed in this episode are the personalreflections of the guest. They do not represent the official positions of theUK Foreign Office or any government. This podcast shares human stories and transferable lessonsfrom diplomacy - not day-to-day operational details. 

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