11 articles tagged with business culture
As an educator who frequently travels for academic conferences, I've found myself drawn to Amsterdam's unique blend of historical charm and modern business infrastructure. During my recent week-long stay for the International Science Education Symposium, I discovered that the city...
When I first mentioned to colleagues that I'd be spending a week in Bangui for a career counseling workshop, their reactions ranged from concerned to bewildered. The Central African Republic's capital rarely makes standard travel itineraries, but after seven transformative...
When I traded my courtroom attire for business casual to attend a legal tech conference in Shanghai last year, I discovered that China's financial powerhouse demands a different approach than typical business destinations. As someone accustomed to navigating complex systems...
There's something captivating about cities in transition—places where centuries of tradition collide with ambitious innovation. Poznan embodies this duality perfectly. While most business travelers flock to Warsaw or Krakow, I've found myself repeatedly drawn to this under-appreciated Polish gem during...
Landing at Julius Nyerere International Airport last month for my third quarterly risk assessment project, I realized how dramatically my relationship with Dar es Salaam has evolved. What began as sterile conference rooms and generic hotel buffets has transformed into...
When my data analytics project took me to two of the world's most fascinating yet under-explored business destinations—Asmara and Tashkent—I discovered that conventional Western business playbooks needed serious recalibration. These emerging markets offer tremendous opportunities for the prepared professional, but...
As I adjusted the collar of my blazer while stepping off the plane at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, the familiar rush of arriving in a new business destination washed over me. Lusaka—Zambia's beating commercial heart—has become my twice-yearly pilgrimage for...
Twenty years of covering international sporting events taught me one invaluable lesson: the difference between a productive business trip and a logistical nightmare often comes down to local knowledge. Lagos – Nigeria's commercial powerhouse and Africa's largest city – exemplifies...
After 35 years navigating international tax law and extending my business trips into cultural explorations, I've learned that success in emerging markets requires more than just business acumen—it demands cultural intelligence and meticulous preparation. Kinshasa, the vibrant capital of the...
As someone who transitioned from corporate finance to angel investing in sustainable tourism ventures, I've developed a unique perspective on business travel. Dar es Salaam—Tanzania's vibrant commercial hub—offers a fascinating blend of established commerce and emerging opportunities that I've come...
The first time I landed in Kuala Lumpur for a consulting project five years ago, I was immediately struck by the city's captivating duality. Gleaming skyscrapers housing global corporations stand proudly alongside vibrant heritage districts where traditional trades still flourish....