#8 Rhoda Yap - Navigating Career Transitions, Global Cultures, and Impact vs Romance

It's been a minute, but I'm back with an interview I recorded at the beginning of the summer. Get comfy for another interesting episode of Everyday Insights! We’re venturing into the vibrant mind of Rhoda Yap, a globe-trotter with a knack for strategy, retail wizardry, and now a guiding light for ambitious minds at INSEAD, one of the top business schools in the world. With her laser focus on maximizing value, Rhoda has nestled herself in the crucial role of Career Director, orchestrating a symphony of career counselors across France, Abu Dhabi, and Singapore. In this time of career transitions, learn Rhoda's insight into how technology is changing the job-seeking market. *Key Takeaways* 🌐 Navigating Cultures: Delve into the nuances of low-context versus high-context cultures and the art of interpersonal dynamics in a global setting. 🧠 Mind Mapping: Discover the merits of the Myers-Briggs Assessment in understanding one’s place in the professional landscape. ✈️ Joy in Transit: Uncover the whimsical side of business traveling and how it enriches the professional journey. 🎓 The Scholar’s Path: Ever mulled over pursuing a PhD? Rhoda shares the roadmap to embarking on this scholarly voyage. 📚 Levels of Enlightenment: A reflective comparison between different tiers of education and their impact on personal and professional growth. 🔄 The Cycle of Contentment: Exploring how a shift in mindset from zero-sum to abundance can catalyze happiness and success. 💞 High Impact Focus: Rhoda's conscious choice to steer clear of romantic entanglements, channeling her energy into purpose-driven pursuits. *Links* INSEAD: https://www.insead.edu/ The business school for the world, cultivating the minds of today to be the leaders of tomorrow. Myers-Briggs Assessment: https://www.myersbriggs.org/ Unveil the layers of your personality and discover your strengths. *Chapters* 00:00 Introduction 07:50 Low context vs high context cultures 11:22 Treating people how they need to be treated 15:46 The value of Myers-Briggs Assessment 28:54 Having fun when business traveling 36:27 Going for a Ph.D. in your spare time 38:37 How to get started on a PhD 44:23 The differences between levels of education 46:59 Zero-sum mindset 50:51 Things turn out better than you plan 52:31 Comparing with others brings unhappiness 59:23 Getting yourself unstuck in life 01:18:30 Parenting is choosing how you spend your life 01:21:53 Knowledge work is under threat, finally 01:27:23 LLMs might boost the difficulty of getting good grades...but in the right way 01:30:30 Is the universal translator all we need for globalism? Everyday Insights is your place for conversations that delve into the challenges normal people face in life. Hosted by the seasoned researcher, Ian McClellan, tune in for a friendly banter that unveils nuggets of wisdom you can infuse into your daily grind. Each episode is a window into the lives of individuals who’ve navigated the ebbs and flows of life, offering a blend of tales and takeaways that resonate with us all. Discover More https://Everyday-Insights.com – Dive deeper into the podcast and become part of our community! Other things I've made: F is for Fan https://amzn.to/3mF6o3R - an activity and learning book for kids who love ceiling fans, windmills, and all spinning objects Ship It https://store.steampowered.com/app/511700/ - Fast-paced block stacking VR fun in a playful factory setting. Pack a box with colorful shapes, then ship it to earn your wage. https://ThinkOnLabs.com - my house for game development, market insights, marketing strategy, and other creative endeavors --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everyday-insights/support