Today, Andy sits down with Simmer Singh, a seasoned HR leader with extensive experience spanning Fortune 500 companies across the globe.
This episode dives deep into workplace culture and the concept of cultural intelligence.
Simmer shares;
- Her journey of rebuilding her career in a new culture as an immigrant
- Unique insights into diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- The power of cultural intelligence, how it differs from emotional intelligence, and its vital role in today's global workplace.
- Her thoughts on the evolving landscape of workplace culture post-pandemic, emphasizing the importance of authentic leadership and creating a culture of trust and open communication.
Whether you're navigating cultural transitions, leading diverse teams, or looking to enhance your workplace environment, this episode is packed with valuable insights for talent development professionals.
With a rich HR leadership background in Fortune 500 companies, Simmer has navigated complex cultural challenges and spearheaded global transformation projects. Her expertise spans cultural transformation and organizational development, having supported diverse teams across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas.
As a Certified Global Leadership Coach, consultant, and speaker, Simmer empowers diverse leaders and organizations to thrive by fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, enhancing cultural intelligence, and shaping organizational culture. She works closely with clients to engage stakeholders, explore challenges thoughtfully, and deliver actionable solutions tailored to their unique contexts.
As an immigrant who had to rebuild her career in a completely different culture, Simmer deeply understands the unique challenges faced by those navigating unfamiliar environments while holding onto their cultural values and is passionate about supporting immigrant moms from diverse backgrounds.
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