EPISODE · Jun 5, 2023 · 40 MIN
Global Transition – Romania to America at 18 With Alise Kirk
from The Transition Bridge Podcast · host Debi Ronca
At the young age of 18, Alise Kirk immigrated from Romania to the United States with her parents. Although it was her dream, and even though she was fluent in English, it was still a difficult transition coming to a new culture and country. She felt isolated and at times depressed, but she said all of this made her resilient.While her struggle was real, she knew and could sense the freedom and opportunity in the United States was something she never experienced in Romania. Alise knew she came to the most amazing country in the world.Alise shares in this episode:How she discovered that she enjoyed politics.Her internship with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Governor of California.Working as an independent Romania Consultant helping people in critical life situations with language and cultural nuances.Starting her own business, Alise Design, Italian-made, chemical-free leather bags for women.Alise is married to Ethan and together they are raising 5 children together.Please check out Alise Design! Her bags are beautiful!!! CONNECT WITH ALISEAlise Design – www.alisedesign.comEmail – [email protected] - alisedesign.coFacebook - AliseDesign.Co CONNECT WITH DEBIDo you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change but unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call!Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-callWebsite – www.debironca.comEmail – [email protected] out my online course! “Your Story’s Changing, finding Purpose in Life’s Transitions”https://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-programAre you experiencing the symptoms of transition? Take a free assessment!https://assessment.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/free-quizThe Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBDCONNECT WITH DEBIDo you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change but unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call!Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-callWebsite – www.debironca.comEmail – [email protected] out my online course! “Your Story’s Changing, finding Purpose in Life’s Transitions”https://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-programAre you experiencing the symptoms of transition? Take a free assessment!https://assessment.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/free-quizThe Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD
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At the young age of 18, Alise Kirk immigrated from Romania to the United States with her parents. Although it was her dream, and even though she was fluent in English, it was still a difficult transition coming to a new culture and country. She felt isolated and at times depressed, but she said all of this made her resilient. While her struggle was real, she knew and could sense the freedom and opportunity in the United States was something she never experienced in Romania. Alise knew she came to the most amazing country in the world. Alise shares in this episode: How she discovered that she enjoyed politics. Her internship with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Governor of California. Working as an independent Romania Consultant helping people in critical life situations with language and cultural nuances. Starting her own business, Alise Design, Italian-made, chemical-free leather bags for women. Alise is married to Ethan and together they are raising 5 children together. Please check out Alise Design! Her bags are beautiful!!! CONNECT WITH ALISE Alise Design – www.alisedesign.com Email – [email protected] Instagram - alisedesign.co Facebook - AliseDesign.Co CONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change but unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – www.debironca.com Email – [email protected] Check out my online course! “Your Story’s Changing, finding Purpose in Life’s Transitions” https://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program Are you experiencing the symptoms of transition? Take a free assessment! https://assessment.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/free-quiz The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Seller https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBDCONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change but unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – www.debironca.com Email – [email protected] Check out my online course! “Your Story’s Changing, finding Purpose in Life’s Transitions” https://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program Are you experiencing the symptoms of transition? Take a free assessment! https://assessment.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/free-quiz The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Seller https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD
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