Join us for an inspiring conversation with Magdalene Awahnde, a nursing manager in Finland. In this episode, Magdalene shares her journey from Cameroon to Finland, her challenges and triumphs in learning the Finnish language, and her rise in the healthcare sector. Discover her key strategies for overcoming language barriers, her motivational tips for aspiring immigrants, and how her determination and positive attitude opened doors to remarkable opportunities. Magdalene's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of embracing opportunities. Don't miss this insightful and motivational episode!

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00:00 Intro

00:48 Meet Magdalene

01:57 Journey to Finland: Love and Education

02:41 Nicknames and Cultural Connections

03:13 Learning Finnish: Challenges and Motivations

07:25 First Steps in Finland: Education and Early Career

12:52 Navigating the Finnish Job Market

19:51 Overcoming Language Barriers in Nursing

32:20 A Brief Move to the US and Return to Finland

35:34 Resources and Methods for Learning Finnish

41:09 Multidisciplinary Team Meetings

41:21 Observations on Learning Finnish

42:29 Challenges in the Job Market

43:37 Adapting to Life in Finland

45:24 Importance of Learning Finnish

47:10 Active and Passive Learning Strategies

47:43 Role of Family in Language Learning

53:33 Integration and Cultural Adaptation

01:14:16 Motivation and Overcoming Challenges

01:20:04 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

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