Global Grit Conversations is a reflective podcast exploring what it takes to lead, grow, and stay grounded in an increasingly complex world. Hosted by Pamela Campagna, global advisor, professor, and founder of BLUE SAGE Consulting, it features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and changemakers working across cultures and industries. These conversations reflect on how people earn credibility, face challenges, and shape their values over time. Each episode explores leadership across cultures, career inflection points, entrepreneurship, and the human side of resilience. Guests share lessons from global work, moments of doubt, and what it takes to lead with integrity and purpose. Designed for leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating their next chapter, Global Grit Conversations offers grounded insights and a global perspective to carry into your work and life. Subscribe for conversations that value depth, reflection, and grit with grace.
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 201: Escaping the Corporate Treadmill ft. Tricia Taitt
In this episode, Tricia Taitt shares her journey from Wall Street to Broadway and ultimately to becoming a fractional CFO and CEO of FinCore (fincorestrong.com). She discusses navigating career pivots, listening to inner resistance, finding purpose, building financial confidence, and creating a business grounded in a strong financial core.
25 Aug 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 113: How Global Grit Conversations Began ft. Pamela Campagna
In this episode, Pamela Campagna, founder of BLUE SAGE Consulting and host of Global Grit Conversations, shares her journey from working in technology to building a consulting firm, teaching, and creating a podcast centered on resilience, culture, and the pivotal moments that shape our lives. She opens up about how curiosity, relationships, and staying open to unexpected opportunities have shaped her career, while sharing lessons on entrepreneurship, adaptability, lifelong learning, and finding your direction even when you don’t have it all figured out.
28 Jul 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 112: The Courage to Say No ft. Wendy Shen
In this episode, Wendy Shen, founder of Flomo, breaks down her journey from a small family stationery business in Taiwan to a thriving global brand, including the moment she walked away from a $1.8 million order rather than take on uninsured risk. She shares practical strategies for building trust with international clients, navigating tariffs without sacrificing quality, and leading with empathy across cultures and generations.
7 Jul 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 111: The Unexpected Power of Authenticity ft. Penelope Shihab
In this episode, Penelope, a scientist, entrepreneur, and global citizen, breaks down her journey from founding Jordan's first biotech startup to shaping university programs across the US. She shares practical strategies for building trust across Eastern and Western cultures, navigating career pivots, and leading with empathy in unfamiliar environments.
16 Jun 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 110: The Human Side of Innovation ft. Kellee Franklin
In this episode, Kellee reflects on resilience, human-centered design, and leadership through adversity, drawing from her experience as a cancer survivor and innovation expert. The discussion highlights vulnerability as a strategic strength, the importance of empathy in organizational change, and why keeping people at the center of technology matters most.
29 May 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 109: Hidden Skills to Help Navigate Culture ft. Sinki (Sin Kit)
In this episode, Sinki - a Macau-born polyglot living in Medellín - discusses bridging cultural divides across Chinese, Portuguese, and Latin American societies. The conversation explores how language immersion, cultural agility, and authentic relationship-building unlock trust, entrepreneurship, and new trade opportunities between Colombia and China.
19 May 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 108: Finding my Place Abroad ft. Pam Grist
In this episode, Pam reflects on leadership, finance, and entrepreneurship in emerging markets, drawing attention to the gap between strategy and execution. The discussion highlights access to capital, financial literacy, and gender dynamics within complex economic systems.
4 May 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 107: The Midlife Passage ft. Iveta Clarke
In this episode, Iveta Clarke discusses reclaiming the narrative around aging, moving from the concept of "crisis" to a purposeful "third act." The conversation explores how resilience, vulnerability, and navigating global transitions shape leadership and self-awareness.
22 Apr 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 106: Entrepreneurship and Women-Led Business in the Middle East ft. Tamara Abdel-Jaber
In this episode, Tamara Abdel-Jaber explores women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship across the MENA region, with a special focus on Saudi Arabia. She reflects on her journey as an entrepreneur and mentor, discussing cultural transformation, opportunities within the Saudi business ecosystem, and practical strategies for entering and succeeding in regional markets. The conversation also highlights supporting women business owners, navigating diverse business environments, and emerging trends in consulting and impact measurement.
7 Apr 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 105: Navigating the Tech Landscape: Aarthi's Journey from Business School to Google ft. Aarthi Sivasankaran
In this episode of Global Grit Conversations, Pamela Campagna interviews Aarthi, a technical program manager at Google, who shares her inspiring career journey from engineering to the tech industry. Aarthi discusses her educational background, including her decision to pursue a master's degree in international business, and how her curiosity and desire to learn have shaped her career path. She reflects on pivotal moments that influenced her decisions, such as choosing to work at a startup despite advice to seek stability, and the importance of having a supportive family during her transition to a new country and culture.
20 Mar 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 104: Starting Again: Risk, Purpose, and Reinventing Success ft. Hiba Manna
This conversation explores Hiba's transformative journey from a corporate marketing career to pursuing her passion for baking and establishing her pastry business, Mahiba. Hiba shares her experiences of navigating career transitions, the challenges of cultural immersion in Paris, and the impact of COVID-19 on her entrepreneurial journey. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, creativity in culinary arts, and the significance of honoring her roots through her business.
4 Mar 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 103: Courage in the moments that matter ft. Thomas Sullivan
In this episode, Thomas Sullivan reflects on how resilience, cross-cultural experiences, and a commitment to impact have shaped both his career and life philosophy. From navigating personal setbacks to leading meaningful community- and education-focused initiatives, he shares lessons on courage, confidence, and growing through uncertainty.
13 Feb 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 102: Leadership That Lasts: Trust, Power, and Accountability ft. Hadeel Anabtawi
In this episode, social entrepreneur Hadeel Anabtawi explores leadership and women’s empowerment across regional and cultural contexts. She discusses relationship-building, civic engagement, and what meaningful impact looks like beyond surface-level empowerment narratives.
21 Jan 2026
Global Grit Conversations | Episode 101: The Inner Work of Leadership ft. Areej Khataybeh
In this episode, Areej examines the emotional and identity dimensions of leadership and ambition. The conversation centers on alignment, burnout, and the often-ignored inner work required for sustainable success.
19 Jan 2026
Welcome to Global Grit Conversations
Global Grit Conversations is a reflective podcast exploring what it takes to lead, grow, and stay grounded in an increasingly complex world. Hosted by Pamela Campagna, global advisor, professor, and founder of BLUE SAGE Consulting, it features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and changemakers working across cultures and industries.
These conversations reflect on how credibility is earned, challenges are faced, and values are shaped over time. Each episode explores leadership across cultures, career inflection points, entrepreneurship, and the human side of resilience. Guests share lessons from global work, moments of doubt, and what it takes to lead with integrity and purpose.
Designed for leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating their next chapter, Global Grit Conversations offers grounded insight and global perspective to carry into your work and life.
Subscribe for conversations that value depth, reflection, and grit with grace.
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