Yesterday, we spent the day interviewing and shopping with a group of college women. I had the time to sit down and interview a student about her future career plans as well as her life and culture. She was an MBA student who aspired to become a banking executive. Her career goals developed due to her admiration of uncle’s profession. She said that in her culture there is much respect for individuals that hold these positions. I asked her if she would like to work for an international company. Her answer surprised me. She said that this idea had not even crossed her mind. She wants to contribute to the expansion and growth of her country and feels it is her duty as an educated citizen. We also discussed many of the differences in our cultures such as dating, tattoos, tongue rings, music, education, dress, and other small but interesting differences. In the evening she helped me with my shopping, explaining the clothing, small sculptures, and payment.
Music is a very important part of my life in the states, so I asked her to choose an Indian cd. Over all this experience was positive, though it was slightly uncomfortable at times due to the close contact, hand holding and other close contact that is seen as a sign of friendship in her culture.
Meeting with the CEO of the sugar company was an inspiring and rewarding experience. Her strength, dedication, and devotion to her career and family was admirable.
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