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Podcast: Intercultural Insiders
Episode: Episode 51 with Miguel Abascal, Founder of Thrive Faster and Newcomers on FIRE! Part One
Description: Part One of a two-part conversation: Miguel is a former leader in a top Mexican coffee company now residing in Canada. Despite impressive credentials, his early years here were defined by survival jobs, shaking his confidence. With resilient determination and mentorship, he transformed his path, achieving his "Canadian Dream." Today, Miguel helps countless newcomers find meaningful employment faster.
In this first part of our conversation, we discuss:
Adapting to a New Culture: Miguel had to relearn even the most basic behaviours, like greetings, and adapt to a new communication style.