Welcome to The Non-Native Leader — the podcast about real people building successful careers across languages, cultures, and borders. 🌍

This is more than a series of interviews. It’s a collection of honest stories about the challenges, doubts, setbacks, breakthroughs, and opportunities that come with working internationally.

You’ll hear from leaders, tech professionals, entrepreneurs, educators, NGO professionals, and other inspiring guests who have built careers on the global stage — often while communicating in a language that isn’t their first.

If you’re a non-native English speaker who wants to grow professionally, communicate with more confidence, step into international opportunities, or simply hear from people who have faced challenges similar to yours, you’re in the right place.

🎙️ Real experiences.
🌍 International careers.
💡 Practical insights and inspiration.

Listen, get inspired, and discover what’s possible in your own journey.

Welcome to The Non-Native Leader.

It's not enough to be a great developer or a skilled engineer. Soft skills play a vital part in your career. Language, attitude and mindset can make you a protagonist on the international stage. Join me as I talk to Pavel Polcr a Czech Software Engineer (and Storyteller) at 3Pillar Global.

Today we’re going to talk about dreams and how language can help you achieve an international career. Join me as I talk to David Bavon, EMEA Business Development Director @SIDETRADE and a Fintech expert from France.