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From Germany to the South: Navigating Culture, Language, and Business with Johannes Eff | From Where to Here Podcast 🎙️

What’s it really like to move from Germany to the Southern U.S.? In this episode of From Where to Here, host Alexandra Lloyd sits down with Johannes Eff, a German professional who relocated to Alabama for work. He shares his experiences adapting to American culture, navigating cultural differences, and maintaining his connection to Germany.

Johannes dives into first impressions of the U.S., the reality behind the "American Dream," and the surprises of Southern hospitality. From business culture shifts to funny language mishaps, this episode explores what it takes to build a new life abroad while staying true to your roots.

If you’re interested in expat life, cultural adaptation, language learning, or business across borders, this conversation is for you!

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ The biggest cultural differences between Germany and the Southern U.S.
✔️ How business practices and communication styles vary between the two countries
✔️ The reality of the "American Dream" vs. expectations from abroad
✔️ How language barriers and accents impact daily life and work
✔️ The role of Southern hospitality and how it differs from German culture
✔️ Advice for anyone relocating to another country for work or personal reasons
✔️ The Bavarian breakfast tradition and its place in German culture
✔️ How staying connected to your home country’s culture and language can help with adaptation

💡 Whether you’re an expat, a traveler, or just curious about different cultures, this episode will open your mind to the challenges and joys of moving abroad!

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🔗 Links & How to Follow Johannes Eff
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📍 Follow Johannes Eff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannes-eff-95aa68b7/
📍 Recommended Resources from This Episode:
- Young Professionals of Birmingham: https://www.ypbirmingham.com/
- German American Chambers of Commerce: https://www.gaccsouth.com/en
- Alabama Germany Partnership: https://www.alabamagermany.org/

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Sponsor Feature: Red Cat Coffee House
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This episode is brought to you by Red Cat Coffee House and their Landmark Series Coffees. You can find the coffee blends online at https://theredcatcoffeehouse.com/shop/, at your Red Cat locations, or at your local Piggly Wiggly.

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