Cultural Communication Confidence

160 - Embracing Career Crossroads with Julia Bend

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast episode, I'm joined by Julia Bend, Executive Career Transition Coach and founder of Premier Coaching, and we focus on the emoti...

159 - Reflecting on 2025: Your Leadership Review

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we edge towards the end of 2025, this podcast episode is your invitation to pause, reflect and look back at the year that was. Whether you've exper...

158 - Engaging Conversations, Leadership Spaces and Visibility with Enfys Maloney

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm joined by Enfys Maloney, business expert, speaker, and seven-time award-winning sales trainer, trusted by hundreds of ambitiou...

157 - Connect with Cultural Intelligence: Pillar Four

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I'm celebrating a very special moment: my book, Become a Global Leader, launched last week and has already become a best-sell...

156 - Bridge Challenging Conversations: Pillar Three

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, we continue our series exploring the pillars of my new book, Become a Global Leader. Today we focus on a capability that every global...

155 - Become a Global Leader Discover Victoria's Book

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are moments in every leader's journey when reflection meets action, and for me, that moment is now. Today, on publication day for my book, Becom...

154 - Master Your Clarity to Elevate Your Influence: Pillar Two

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I'm continuing my special mini-series in the lead-up to the launch of my book, Become a Global Leader. With only one week to ...

153 - Empower Your Confidence: Pillar One of Global Leader Communication

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a very special episode as we mark the launch of my first book: Become a Global Leader, out to buy on 17th November 2025. It's been an incredi...

152 - The Ripples of Authentic Connection with Laura Barber

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast episode, I'm joined by the straight-talking Laura Barber, founder of Ripple Impact, brand storyteller and experienced brand and...

151 - Whole-Person Leadership: Empowering Women with Sarah Perugia

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Evolving your leadership today isn't only about what you achieve, it's about how you grow, how you connect, and how you show up as a whole person, bot...

150 - How to Feel in Control When You Don't

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 150 of Cultural Communication Confidence! It's a milestone we're celebrating- thank you so much for listening, whether this is your...

149 - From Imposter to Impact overcome what's holding you back

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What's holding you back in your leadership communication? This week's podcast episode is a deeply personal one, as we continue the celebration of the ...

148 - Behind the Mic: 3 years of leadership insights

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating 3 Years of the Podcast: Leadership Lessons from Behind the Mic Today marks a major milestone, 3 years of my podcast, Cultural Communicatio...

147 - Authentic leadership with Sri Sharma

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Evolving your leadership today isn't only about strategy, goals and performance, it's about people, being real and growing through change, with all it...

146 - More Engaging Meetings with Cultural Intelligence

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're leading global or cross-functional teams and finding your meetings fall flat, with cameras off, periods of silence and little interaction, t...

145 - Stop wasting time: meetings with clarity

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I'm tackling one of the biggest time drains for global leaders: ineffective meetings. We've all sat through meetings that dri...

144 - Listening 101 for Better Communication

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I'm diving back into a crucial but often overlooked communication skill: active listening. It sounds simple, but in reality, ...

143 - Lead with AI with Zahra Shah

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI, automation and rapid digital change have transformed work, but what does this mean for the future of leadership? In this episode, I'm joined by Za...

142 - The 6 Frames of Influence: Strategies to gain Support for your Ideas

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When your idea, recommendation or initiative needs a 'yes', but you're hitting a block, it's not only about repeating yourself or speaking louder. It'...

141 - Facing Transition: Stand out in the Job Market

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's face into a topic that's on many minds right now: how to genuinely stand out and communicate your value in a highly competitive and rapidly chan...

140 - From Redundancy to Reinvention to the Rise of AI with Valerie Merrill

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Navigating redundancy with resilience, the evolving role of AI in the workplace, and what impactful learning and development looks like in today's hyb...

139 - AI as your Communication Ally: Practical Tips and Insights

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, I explore a vital, current topic: how AI tools can genuinely support and enhance your communication skills as a global...

138 - The Essential Communication Skills for Future Global Leaders

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Communication is your most powerful tool as a leader. It's how you share your vision, engage your team, influence decisions, and build your personal b...

137 - Get noticed: Strategies for Career Visibility

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you get noticed by senior leaders when you're getting ready for promotion?  How do you communicate your value beyond your local team or region...

136 - The leadership mindset to make Partner with Simon Olsen

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to make partner in one of the world's leading accountancy firms? Learn about leadership mindset from the inspiring career journey of...

135 - Lead effectively global teams with cultural intelligence

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we explore what it really takes to lead across cultures in a way that drives results, builds trust and enhances your impact as a global leader. ...

134 - Sell yourself: positioning yourself for career advancement

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel comfortable 'selling yourself' at work? Many people tell me they don't. But, if you're aiming to grow your leadership presence, build your...

133 - Unlocking Better Decision-Making

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm jumping into a challenge many global leaders face but often don't talk about openly: decision-making that stalls or simply doesn'...

132 - Present with purpose and authority

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your voice can elevate your authority, so knowing how to present with intent and be perceived as authoritative by key decision-makers is key. In this ...

131 - The Future of Global Leadership with Pat Keener

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's fast-moving and unpredictable world, the expectations of leaders are shifting fast. So, what do employers want now, and how can you prepare...

130 - Assertive, not Aggressive: the Balancing Act

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Assertive, not Aggressive: the Balancing Act In this episode we jump into the crucial distinction between assertiveness and aggression in the workplac...

129 - Resilience recharge: power yourself up as a leader

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Resilience recharge: power yourself up as a leader As we navigate the challenges of 2025, including organisational changes and increasing pressures, t...

128 - Take Charge: Navigate Uncertainty

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I know from my conversations that many of you are facing pressing challenges this year, including redundancies and organisational restructures. Ackno...

127 - Dare to lead with Licca Li

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embracing possibilities with purpose, passion and 'heartset'. Licca Li, Global Head of Growth and Marketing for Retail Services at IKEA, is a visionar...

126 - Leadership Lessons with Daniel Eric Kemdeng Djoumessi

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership: from a coffee farm in Cameroon to becoming a global finance leader, a community and entrepreneurial leader with impact. I am incredibly ex...

Spring Renewal season: part 3 of 3

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spring Renewal season: part 1 of 3... Today marks the end of Easter weekend, and here in the UK we have a bank holiday (a national holiday), making th...

Spring Renewal season: part 2 of 3

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spring Renewal season: part 2 of 3... As the seasons move into a new phase, this presents an opportune moment to take stock, refresh and rejuvenate ou...

Spring Renewal season: part 1 of 3

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spring Renewal season: part 1 of 3... Spring here in the UK has been glorious this year and is a great time to think about exciting new beginnings, bu...

125 - LinkedIn 101 networking authentically on LinkedIn with Sarah Clay

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

LinkedIn- how does it make you feel? For some of you, it might be something you know you should be doing more of- to benefit your personal brand, buil...

124 - Top 10 Leadership Skills from 10 Years in Business

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, celebrating my 10th anniversary in business, I share my insights on the top 10 essential leadership skills, strategies and in...

123 - Emerging Leadership Curiosity & Care with Anni Townend

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anni Townend is a passionate advocate for collaboration and leadership development. In this episode she shares her insightful perspectives on why 'eme...

122 - Radical Transparency, Resilience & Adaptability with Nicola Buck

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing the International Women's Day's celebrations, I am very pleased to welcome on the podcast, Nicola Buck, SVP of Marketing at BP, where we un...

121 - Embracing your Leadership Journey with Aurélie Marais

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of International Women's Day, I am excited to welcome a series of women senior leaders onto the podcast, starting with Aurélie Marais,...

120 - Accessible & inclusive workplaces: transforming communication with Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does true accessibility mean? How can it create a more inclusive workplace where everyone benefits? Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi, Managing Director o...

119 - Conscious & Courageous Leadership with Joanna Howes

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I had a brilliant conversation with Joanna Howes, and we look at the evolving landscape of leadership in 2025, exploring key themes a...

118 - Influence like a thought leader

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, discover what we mean by influence, and how it impacts you stepping into the role of a thought leader.  Starting with your intention...

117 - Project your leader identity

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to this 2nd part of our 3-part miniseries, we jump into projecting your leader identity as part of accelerating your leadership goals for...

116 - Get Visible: your Personal Brand Opportunity

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today is the start of a brand new 3-part mini-series designed to accelerate your leadership journey in 2025, starting with today's episode on Get Visi...

115 - Connection January, not Blue Monday

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's embrace the spirit of Connection January, not dwell on Blue Monday. Today is Blue Monday, apparently 'the most difficult day of the year', the d...

114 - Power dynamics & human-centered communication with Claire Pedrick

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do real, human conversations look and sound like in the workplace today? Claire Pedrick joined me for this fascinating discussion where we explor...

113 - Dream big, commit & act Your best start to 2025

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Start your 2025 with clarity and confidence. As we gear up for this year, this episode is all about crafting your action plan for a successful start t...

112 - The no-resume/ no-CV future of recruitment: How AI is changing hiring with Carol Constant

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if we didn't rely on CVs and resumes for job applications and recruitment? What would hiring look like in the future?  Carol Constant shares in ...

111 - Reflect, celebrate & reset: acknowledging the highs and lows of 2024

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What has been your 2024? As we approach the end of the year, it's a good time to pause, reflect, and prepare for 2025. In this podcast episode, I shar...

110 - Respond, don't react: navigate unexpected feedback

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever received personal feedback that you felt was unjustified or unfair? Did you want to jump in and defend your actions and approach? When f...

109 - Mental blocks: Think on your feet & respond when your mind goes blank

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You hear the question, your mind goes blank. The pause is getting longer, you feel everyone looking at you, you start to panic. What are you going to ...

108 - Overcome Perfectionism & Imposter Syndrome Speak up despite the Fear

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? Are you a perfectionist? Perfectionism and imposter syndrome are pervasive themes that many professionals...

107 - Strategic Agility in Complexity: Leadership Lessons with True Black

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, True Black joins me to explore the evolving challenges leaders face in today's complex global workplace. We discuss the importance of...

106 - Making Work Meaningful: workplace culture & legacy with Prina Shah

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Making work meaningful and how leaders can create a culture that leaves a legacy are the focus topics of my conversation with Prina Shah in today's po...

105 - Brave Self-Leadership & Boundaries with Mel Kettle

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From bold decisions to the essential art of saying 'no,' this latest podcast conversation with Mel Kettle dives into the courage needed to lead yourse...

104 - Grow your Global Career: Thrive through Multicultural Career Transitions with Fiorenza Rossini

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the podcast we delve into the dynamic world of developing a global career and managing career transitions with Fiorenza Rossini. Our conv...

103 - Difficult Conversations Elevating Leadership through Immersive Learning with Gill Brabner

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode Gill Brabner shares insights into her innovative forum theatre workshops using professional actors to tackle difficult workpla...

102 - Leading with Connection in Diverse Global Teams with Tiphaine Le Roux

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tiphaine Le Roux is a global Sales leader passionate about global expansion topics and has been working in the field for the past 8 years. After she l...

101 - Answering your questions- Ingredients for Cross-cultural Success

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy International Podcast Day! This has been an exciting few weeks celebrating my 100th episode, sharing the recent podcast mini-series about global...

100 - Own the room: speak so people feel your leadership presence- become a global leader

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership presence can feel intangible- you either have it, or you don't, right? I disagree. I think everyone can develop it, but you need how to cul...

099 - Talk So People Lean In, Speak Boldly And Confidently- Become A Global Leader

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you talk so people lean in?  Some of this is how you talk- the way you come across when you open your mouth and share your views and ideas.  ...

098 - Share your unique value to get more visible- become a global leader

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who are you and do you know your unique value? Do other people know it too? Understanding the value you bring and how you share it, is a critical part...

Summer Season 2024 - Recommit & take action: your leadership communication review

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

September kick off: Recommit and take action Happy September! As we shift gears here in the northern hemisphere with return to school and work for man...

Summer Season 2024 Ep.5 - Body language and your IMPACT

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer season part 5 of 5: Body language and your IMPACT. In this summer series of LinkedIn live video re-runs, enjoy the most popular, most viewed to...

Summer Season 2024 Ep.4 - Strategies to deal with Passive Aggressive Behaviour

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer season part 4 of 5: enjoy the most popular, most viewed topics from my LinkedIn live videos, including this topic which resonated with many of ...

097 - Building your personal brand with Lynne Stainthorpe

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lynne Stainthorpe joined me on the show in this episode to explore the nuances of building your own personal brand for creating impact, building your ...

096 - Global citizens, identity & belonging with Frauke Bender

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Frauke Bender is a Professor of International Management, researcher, author, intercultural trainer, podcaster, and has been a passionate educator for...

Summer Season 2024 Ep.3 - Trust yourself to speak: learnings from my journey

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer season part 3 of 5: enjoy the most popular, most viewed topics from my Linkedin live videos, and as I travel the next few weeks. This summer se...

Summer Season 2024 Ep.2 - Develop your confidence for presenting

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer season part 2 of 5: I am sharing my 'best of' series of live videos from LinkedIn, and as I travel the next few weeks. These are the most popul...

Summer Season 2024 Ep.1 - Top 6 Public Speaking Mistakes to Avoid

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer season part 1 of 5: And now for something a little different…. I have recently been sharing a number of live videos on Linkedin, and as I tra...

095 - Inclusive communication & cultural intelligence with Ritika Wadhwa

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ritika Wadhwa was born and brought up in India. She went on to achieve an MBA in the UK and broke all barriers as an immigrant to Canada and the UK. R...

094 - Communicating internal change well with Mel Loy

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mel Loy joins me for this latest podcast episode to share her practical and helpful insights into the most common communication mistakes in communicat...

093 - Conflict: archetypes, triggers & your team with Nicole Posner

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nicole Posner is an award-winning Conflict Consultant and has been guiding businesses to navigate difficulties for over 7 years. Through her psycholog...

092 - Office Politics: navigate your workplace

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you feel about office politics? Frustrated? Manipulated? People playing games? Making power plays? Office politics can be destructive if there ...

091 - Get To Yes: Convince With Your Ideas

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What big ideas do you have to improve and change ways of working in your organisation for the better? How can you present your ideas to get to yes qui...

090 - Self-leadership and resilience with Jason Liem

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jason White Birkevold Liem is a seasoned expert in resilience, leadership, and personal development, bringing over 20 years of experience to individua...

089 - Introvert & highly sensitive leaders: authentic communication with Steven Parker

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Parker has worked and lived in Asia for 35 years in 6 different countries. He is a multi-talented CEO, Business Coach, Presenter, Musician and ...

088 - US cultural dynamics, greetings and meetings: insights with Lanie Denslow

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lanie Denslow is the Founder and Principal of World Wise Intercultural Training and Resources. She trains professionals to understand cultural nuances...

087 - When they don't listen to you

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why are people not listening to you? What can you do to make sure people listen to you more? This can be frustrating when you have valuable ideas, vie...

086 - Meeting Resistance from Others When Collaboration is Blocked

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever experienced a team member resistant to your collaboration? Somebody not replying to your emails? Not giving you the information you urge...

085 - Top speaking tips from media trainer, TV journalist & actor, Helen Percival

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Helen Percival is a RADA trained actor with over a decade of experience as a broadcast journalist. She has worked for The Guardian, Reuters, Agence Fr...

084 - Guest interview: Walk and Talk- a catalyst for conversation and connection with Lisa Partridge

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa is a highly experienced communication skills coach, who hosts a Walk and Talk group in Singapore which has blossomed into a thriving weekly morni...

083 - Say no assertively: establish your boundaries

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No.  A small word. Loaded with meaning, nuance and connotation.  Is it easy for you to say 'No'? I was asked recently at a workshop about how to say...

082 - The Art of Influence: the magic ingredient for your communication

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are not islands. We can't get things done without collaborating with other people, and influence is the magic ingredient. Influence helps you deliv...

081 - Guest interview: Listening & everyday DE&I actions in global teams with Victoria Dale

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Victoria Dale, Founder of Inclusion 365, is on a mission to support employers and busy HR Leaders to move from reactive to proactive when it comes to ...

080 - Victoria Rennoldson in the hotseat: an interview to celebrate 9 years in business

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I am truly grateful on my 9th business birthday. I am so lucky that with my business, Culture Cuppa, I get to support and work with 1000s of peo...

079 - The Challenging Conversation Bridge

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The magnet rule of challenging conversations.  What happens when we bring 2 magnets of the same poles together? We experience resistance and they won...

078- Creating connection in your global team

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you regularly making time and space for connection in your global team? How well are you and your people connecting with each other today?  Build...

077 - Guest Interview: Navigating Cultural Intelligence: a Conversation with Dr. Catherine Wu

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Catherine Wu is an interculturalist and cultural intelligence evangelist. A passionate advocate for cultural diversity, Dr. Catherine is currently...

076 - Empowering Confidence: strategies for your communication

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Communication confidence - what does that look like to you? What does it feel like? You will have your own version of confidence and I am exploring in...

075 - Mastering Clarity: Elevating your influence

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we deep dive into a topic which I'm frequently asked about- clarity in speaking. Many global professionals talk to me about how they want to sou...

074 - Global Agility Cultural EQ & resilience with Michelle Bradley

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Bradley, our guest on the podcast this week, is a bridge-builder, coach, and trainer based in Taipei, Taiwan, who grew up in the multicultura...

073 - Guest Interview - Leaders: Cultivating Meaningful Connection with Michael Quigley

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Quigley is a twice published author and regular blogger as well as the creator of multiple online professional and personal development course...

072 - The 4 pillars of global leader communication

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're talking about the 4 pillars of global leader communication. This is for you if you are a global manager who is ready to get promoted a...

071- Identify your leadership challenges

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are talking about how to identify your leadership communication challenges and prioritise your development areas for 2024.  I will be guidin...

070 - Your leadership presence

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership presence - do you have it? Maybe you are like many people I meet who have all the skills, experience and talent, and are ambitious to progr...