Why is it so hard to make friends in Australia? What do Aussies really think of migrants in the workplace? This week on Chinwag Tuesdays, I’m joined by Aditya — a tech leader, career coach, and migrant who has lived across India, the US, and now Melbourne.We chat through his fascinating journey from Amazon and Salesforce to helping new migrants settle in and thrive professionally in Australia. From cultural differences to communication gaps, Aditya shares powerful insights that every international student or skilled migrant needs to hear.Australian English learners, skilled migrants and international students will love this chat. We break down real experiences and give practical tips for settling in, improving your Aussie accent, and feeling more confident at work and in social life. Learn Australian English in context and grow your career with cultural insight.Key Highlights:Career journey across three continentsLaunching Kindle, Alexa & Prime at AmazonReflecting on meaningful work and coachingWork culture: US vs AustraliaMaking friends as a migrant in AustraliaAssimilation tips and common challengesWhy many migrants struggle to grow professionallyHow to build connection, tell your story & stand outFinal advice for migrants navigating Australian lifeLooking to improve your own Aussie English?I offer 1:1 coaching, group classes, and online courses designed to help you sound more natural, build confidence, and feel at home in Australian conversation📲 How to Contact Aditya:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditya-rajagopalan/ Interested to hear what other migrants in Australia are getting up to? Check out these episodes:◦Nohely◦Dawa◦Leticia◦Carol◦Rovie◦Daniela◦Tom◦Daksh◦Mohit◦Anish◦Jo

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