S8 E16: Bringing the World Home with Jennifer Robin Wilson

In this episode, I welcome leadership coach, business consultant, and author Jennifer Robin Wilson! Jennifer shares the heart behind her new book The Heart of Homestay, a powerful guide for families opening their homes to international students. We explore the cultural richness of the homestay experience, the unexpected ways it fosters growth, and how normalizing discomfort and failure can be transformative for both hosts and students. We also dive into parenting insights, cross-cultural communication, and the power of psychological safety—at home and beyond. Whether you're a mom, a host, or simply curious about learning through connection, this episode is packed with wisdom and warmth. Jennifer Wilson is an author, certified leadership coach, and business consultant. After a 17-year career with her family’s business, The Canada Homestay Network (CHN), she now chairs their Board of Directors. Jennifer is a certified Kolbe Consultant and is trained in crisis intervention and compassion fatigue. She holds an MBA in leadership and an MFA in creative nonfiction. Her book, The Heart of Homestay: Creating Meaningful Connections When Hosting International Students is an essential resource for any host family—both new and experienced—complete with practical tools and expert advice.Connect with Jennifer: www.jenniferrobinwilson.comlinkedin.com/in/jenniferrobinwilsonhttps://instagram.com/JenniferRobinWilsonhttps://facebook.com/JenniferRobinWilsonwww.alysialyons.comConnect with me:linktr.ee/coachalysialyons