What happens when your leadership journey spans countries, cultures, and completely different ways of seeing the world?
In this episode of She Is a Leader Podcast, I’m joined by Michaela Underdahl, Marketing Lead at Nimble, for a thoughtful conversation about identity, resilience, and what it really means to lead across cultures. Born and raised in the Czech Republic, Michaela took a leap at 25 and moved to California with no network, no clear plan, and a determination to build a meaningful career from scratch.
We talk about the hidden influence of upbringing, the contrast between humility and self promotion across cultures, and why learning to speak up can be one of the hardest leadership skills to develop. Michaela also shares the personal side of her journey, from navigating motherhood and remote work across time zones to realizing that success sometimes means redefining where and how you live your life.
This conversation is about leadership shaped by perspective. About the strength that comes from stepping outside the familiar, and the clarity that comes from knowing when it is time to return home. It is about building a career that honors both ambition and the life you want to live.
If you have ever wondered what it means to build a career across borders, questioned where you truly belong, or felt the pull between professional success and personal fulfillment, this episode will stay with you.
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🌟 Meet Michaela Underdahl
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DISCLAIMER:
This podcast is sponsored by AskYvi.com. Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.
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🌟 Meet Michaela Underdahl
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🌟Connect with Yvi
https://instagram.com/askyvi
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🏆 Highlights 🏆
00:00 | Introduction
02:30 – Moving from the Czech Republic to California with no network
06:50 – The reality of working internationally and remote work across borders
10:40 – Cultural differences between European and American confidence
15:10 – Culture shock, identity shifts, and adapting to different environments
21:30 – Returning to Prague and redefining success and support systems
23:00 – Working remotely across time zones with a global team
25:00 – The reality of work life balance as a working parent
27:00 – Advice for anyone thinking about moving abroad
29:20 – Why taking risks builds resilience and confidence
31:00 – The power of living between cultures
🌟Connect with Yvi
https://instagram.com/askyvi
https://www.facebook.com/AskYvi/
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🏆 Highlights 🏆
00:00 | Introduction
02:30 – Moving from the Czech Republic to California with no network
06:50 – The reality of working internationally and remote work across borders
10:40 – Cultural differences between European and American confidence
15:10 – Culture shock, identity shifts, and adapting to different environments
21:30 – Returning to Prague and redefining success and support systems
23:00 – Working remotely across time zones with a global team
25:00 – The reality of work life balance as a working parent
27:00 – Advice for anyone thinking about moving abroad
29:20 – Why taking risks builds resilience and confidence
31:00 – The power of living between cultures
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