The American Market Alchemist

My story: From Mississippi to Grenoble + doing business in the US when you're French

May 01, 2024 Christina Rebuffet-Broadus Season 1

I'm excited about this episode for a few reasons!

1. I get to share my story about how I went from Mississippi to Grenoble, and and how I became an entrepreneur

2. I'm in the hotseat! Sara, an entrepreneur friend here in Grenoble is asking me the questions!

3. It's my first (and surely not my last!) video in the PodPreneurs studio here in Grenoble! It just opened, so check them out! 

We discuss the differences between the French and American mindsets, the challenges French entrepreneurs face when entering the American market, and the importance of language and cultural understanding. 

You'll also get tips for working with Americans and why you need flexibility, solution-oriented thinking, and a positive mindset. 

To finish, we talk about the perception of failure in France and the US, and the importance of practicing and embracing one's accent when learning English.

Takeaways
- Flexibility and a positive mindset are key when working with Americans.
- French entrepreneurs should focus on clarity, being convincing, avoiding - burnout, standing out, and seeking support when entering the American market.
- Americans are more comfortable with discussing money and failure compared to French people.
- French people tend to be more critical, while Americans have a can-do attitude.
- Practice and finding the best learning methods are crucial for improving English language skills.

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Every Thursday, I publish “The American Market Alchemist Newsletter”, with practical advice to help foreign entrepreneurs & businesses rise up, stand out, and scale their impact in the US market.

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🎥 Find the video version of this episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessEnglishwithChristina

🤝 You can connect with me on LinkedIn for (almost) daily posts on the topic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinarebuffetbroadus/

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