The Most Intelligent Selection - Gold Coast
Join me on the rollercoaster of challenges and successes as told by my guests on the sunny Gold Coast. Their challenges range from mild to truly unthinkable, but their mindset, strength, and ultimate successes, leave me, and I hope you, in awe.
The Most Intelligent Selection - Gold Coast
From New York to Australia: A Journey of Passion, Hard Work, and Good Intentions with Eddie Enriquez
Eddie Enriquez, a former director of international students who hails from New York and has made Australia his home since 2017. The conversation covers Eddie's personal and professional journey, dealing with cultural shocks and differences, his experiences in the education sector, as well as his perspectives on political science. Eddie candidly discusses the challenges he has faced, the strategies he's used to overcome them, and his success stories. He offers insights into his philosophy of taking life one day at a time, using failure as a stepping stone, respecting others in their fields of expertise, and staying true to oneself.
00:01 Introduction and Welcome
00:46 Getting to Know Eddie Enriquez
01:05 Eddie's Journey to Australia
01:36 Eddie's Career in Education
02:09 Eddie's Unexpected Job Opportunity
05:21 Comparing Education Systems: Australia vs. U.S.
06:19 Eddie's Thoughts on Improving Education Systems
09:11 Cultural Differences and Challenges
14:28 Eddie's Success Strategy and Inspiration
14:50 Eddie's Biggest Challenge and How He Overcame It
23:00 Eddie's Biggest Success
34:22 Eddie's Thoughts on Current Events
35:03 Eddie's Future Plans and Reflections