CollabTalk Podcast | Episode 168 with Joel Oleson
For Episode 168 of the CollabTalk Podcast, we explored how modern work and collaboration practices differ across cultures, shaped by evolving technologies like Gen AI and Microsoft Copilot. Drawing from real-world experience in every recognized country, the discussion dove into global perspectives on leadership, trust, communication styles, and AI adoption. It also addressed regional differences in governance, the challenges of cross-border collaboration, and the universal human elements—like empathy and respect—that drive successful teamwork worldwide. You can listen to the podcast above and follow me using your favorite app, such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Soundcloud, or the iHeartRadio app. Be sure to subscribe!
Joining me on this podcast:
Joel Oleson (@JoelOleson), Microsoft Regional Director (RD) and Staff Enterprise Architect at Sony Interactive Entertainment. A seasoned IT and marketing professional, Joel is passionate about empowering people through technology, helping individuals around the world learn, succeed, and lead productive lives. Recognized as an industry expert and community leader, his accolades include multiple Microsoft MVP, Ship It, and Regional Director awards, along with a decade of contributions across Microsoft IT, Office Marketing, and Slate.com. As one of the world’s most traveled people—having visited over 200 countries and featured on the Discovery Channel, NBC, and National Geographic—Joel shares his global adventures with over 30 million views on YouTube and TikTok to inspire cultural understanding and exploration. A prolific global speaker who has delivered sessions in nearly 100 countries, Joel is also committed to humanitarian efforts, aiming to improve access to education and reduce suffering for children around the world. [LinkedIn | Company | Travel Blog | YouTube]
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