Episodes

  • S5E8: Navigating International Career Growth with Marion Festing
    May 13 2024

    Professor Marion Festing discusses the impact of international experience on career success, emphasizing cultural agility, global identity development, and the value of international education.


    About the guest:

    Festing, an esteemed professor in Human Resource Management and Intercultural Leadership, has held significant academic roles, including leading the Talent Management Institute (TMI) and the Excellence Centre of Intercultural Management (CIM). She served as the Rector of the Berlin Campus and European Research Dean. Her expertise is in the areas of International HR Management, Global Leadership, and Strategic HR Management.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    14 mins
  • S5E7: Advancing Global Collaboration and Innovation through Talent with Dana Minbaeva
    Apr 24 2024

    Professor Dana Minbaeva shares insights on fostering knowledge sharing and global team success, explores AI in decision-making, and reflects on international HR trends and personal global leadership experiences.


    About the guest:

    Minbaeva, is a Professor of Human Resource Management at King's Business School, King's College London and is also affiliated with Copenhagen Business School, Denmark. With over 70 thought-leading academic articles, her research focuses on strategic and international HRM. She is a Fellow of the Academy of International Business (AIB) and has received numerous national and international awards for her research.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    19 mins
  • S5E6: Navigating Counter-Cultural Business Practices with Dan Caprar
    Apr 10 2024

    Associate Professor Dan Caprar discusses some counterintuitive ways that cross-cultural management should be understood and its intersection with business ethics. He provides valuable insights on how organizations can effectively manage diverse talent from different cultural backgrounds while upholding ethical standards that challenge groups' cultural norms.


    About the guest:

    Caprar, an associate professor at University Of Sydney in Australia is a thought-leader in the ways individuals are shaped by their work environment and how they, in turn, impact it. His cutting-edge research, teaching, and consulting focuses on culture, identity, and leadership. With an extensive international career, he has taught and studied in many countries and was a Fulbright Scholar.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    27 mins
  • S5E5: The Importance of Leadership Authenticity with Dana Born
    Mar 27 2024

    General Dana Born explores the essence of authenticity in leadership. She provides a comprehensive understanding of what authenticity truly means in a leadership context and why it is essential in today's world. She delves into practical strategies on how individuals can embark on the journey of learning authenticity and effectively implement it in their leadership roles.


    About the guest:

    Born, Co-Director of Harvard Kennedy School's Center for Public Leadership and Faculty Chair for the Senior Executive Fellows Program, retired as a Brigadier General after 30 years in the United States Air Force. With a distinguished career, she also served as Dean of Faculty at the US Air Force Academy. Dr. Born holds multiple degrees, including a Doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She has received several awards, including the Eugene M. Zuckert Award, and is actively engaged in various organizations and serves on multiple boards.


    For further insights into leadership development, don't miss our recommended article on the Harvard Business Review: ⁠What Makes Leadership Development Programs Succeed⁠.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    26 mins
  • S5E4: Harnessing the Power of Global Talent Management for Business Growth with Dave Collings
    Mar 13 2024

    Professor Dave Collings shares his thoughts on the critical aspects of global talent management and its pivotal role in achieving sustainable growth. He explores the evolving dynamics of talent management, emphasizing the changing roles within organizations, the importance of nurturing a diverse talent pool, and strategies to effectively consider and harness global talent.


    About the guest:

    Collings Chair of Sustainable Business at Trinity Business School, Trinity College Dublin,Ireland, has held prestigious academic positions worldwide. He is a Member of the Royal Irish Academy and a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. Renowned for his work in global talent management, global mobility, and sustainable work, he has received numerous awards for his thought leadership.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    26 mins
  • S5E3: Insights on Ways to Enhance the Success of Global Virtual Teams with Vasyl Taras
    Feb 28 2024

    Professor Vasyl Taras discusses the nuances of and best practices for global teams and describes the efficacy of crowd-based problem-solving. He shares fascinating insights from the cutting-edge X-Culture Project to foster the development of competencies needed for cross-cultural collaboration.


    About the guest:

    Taras an Associate Professor of International Business at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, holds a Ph.D. in International Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics from the University of Calgary, Canada. He is the Founder of the X-Culture Project, focusing on cross-cultural and global virtual teams and experiential international business education. His research team explores the potential of global crowds in problem-solving.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    28 mins
  • S5E2: Fostering Global Career Success with Mila Lazarova
    Feb 14 2024

    Professor Mila Lazarova shares her insights on leveraging international experience for career advancement. She highlights the nuances of global identity, cultural intelligence, and the strategic role of international human resource management in fostering career growth and success in an increasingly globalized professional landscape.

    About the guest:

    Lazarova is a Professor of International Business in International Business at the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Canada. Her research is in the areas of repatriation and international assignments' impact on careers and work/life balance, HR transformation, and comparative HRM. Mila holds the Canada Research Chair in Global Workforce Management.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    17 mins
  • S5E1: Unleashing AI's Potential for Global Business Leadership with David De Cremer
    Jan 31 2024

    D'Amore-McKim's Dunton Family Dean David De Cremer delves into the evolving role of business leaders as AI is integrated into various aspects of global business operations and leadership. He explores AI's influence on job roles, illustrating how businesses can harness AI correctly to drive innovation, efficiency, and positive workforce transformation.

    About the guest:

    De Cremer, a leading behavioral scientist, specializes in managing and guiding transformations in the AI era. He is the Dunton Family Dean at D'Amore-McKim School of Business, Northeastern University. Previously, he held prestigious positions at National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School and Judge Business School, University of Cambridge.


    If you enjoyed De Cremer's experiences and insights, don't miss his enlightening book 📚 Leadership by Algorithm: Who Leads and Who Follows in the AI Era?, Which is available on Amazon.


    International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.


    🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

    We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.


    Reach out to us: ⁠⁠⁠IBTpodcast@northeastern.edu

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    25 mins