In this episode of the Cultural Effect Podcast, I have a conversation with Juan Pinzon, a senior Learning & Development consultant and international trainer, specializing in leadership, commercial excellence and cultural transformation.

Through Juan’s multicultural journey, we reflect on what it means to adapt without losing who we are, and how Cultural Intelligence can help us build trust across differences. From global leadership to mergers and acquisitions, this conversation reminds us that truly inclusive organizations are not built by erasing differences, but by turning them into a source of safety, belonging, and stronger performance.

Connect with Juan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juanpinzon-/

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In this episode of the Cultural Effect Podcast, I have a conversation with Ann Collins - Executive Coach to senior leaders and teams - to explore how language mirrors a culture and shapes the way we connect with others.

We dive into how cultural values like hierarchy and collectivism are embedded in the way we communicate. We also explore how our perception and interpretation of what we hear are filtered through our own cultural lens, shaping not only what we understand but how we respond. From the art of reading between the lines to the power of language to help us step into someone else’s world, this conversation reveals how deeply culture influences every interaction.

Connect with Ann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annridleycollins/ or on her website https://www.anncollinscoaching.com/

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/helenebejjani

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In this episode of the Cultural Effect Podcast, I have a conversation with Christopher D. Connors - bestselling author, leadership speaker, and executive coach - to explore the fascinating intersection of culture and emotional intelligence.

We unpack how cultural backgrounds influence the way we perceive, express, and value emotions. From universal feelings to culture-specific norms, this conversation offers practical insights and real-world strategies for building emotional intelligence across cultures.

Connect with Christopher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdconnors or on his website https://www.chrisdconnors.com/

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/helenebejjani

Follow The Cultural Effect Podcast on Instagram: @theculturaleffectpodcast

Follow The Cultural Effect Podcast with Hélène for more conversations on how culture shapes who we are, how we lead, learn and live.