Navigating Career Development in Amsterdam with Keki Mwaba

In this episode, Keki Mwaba, based in Amsterdam, shares her inspiring journey from South Africa to the Netherlands. She discusses her academic background, career in HR and recruitment, and the challenges and successes she faced while transitioning between cultures and countries. Keki dives into her experiences working for major companies like Disney and Uber, and her own entrepreneurial venture, Expat Career Development. She also touches on themes such as belonging, personal growth, and the importance of community and wellness. This Episode Covers: Growing Up in South Africa University Life in Cape Town Studying Abroad in the US Choosing the Netherlands for Higher Education Starting a Career in the Netherlands Working for American Tech Companies Blackness and Womanhood in the Netherlands Adapting to Life in the Netherlands Building a Diverse Social Circle Starting Expat Career Development Networking and Job Search Tips To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign Resources Podcast Website ( https://www.flourishintheforeign.com ) Buy Me a Coffee ( https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign ) Join the Substack ( https://christinejob.substack.com/ ) Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

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