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Rich Simple Human or Executive Burnout? Millionaires Hire Coaches But Emotional Billionaires Have Guides. Emotional Wealth Creation & Data Driven Longevity Behaviour Change with Whoop & Oura, Consciousness & SophrologyWhy Your Riyadh Meetings Will Fail If You Copy London or NYC: Gulf Etiquette with Middle East & Saudi Advisor Corina GoetzWould you wear a bikini to a church? In this episode, Lindsey Frances interviews Corina Goetz, a cultural expert and consultant specializing in the Gulf region. They discuss the importance of cultural awareness, the challenges businesses face when expanding into new markets, and the critical role of listening and etiquette in building relationships. Corina shares her personal journey into cultural consultancy and emphasizes the need for flexibility and local insights in business strategies. The conversation highlights how social media influences cultural understanding and the necessity of trust in professional relationships.TakeawaysListening is crucial for understanding...2025-07-2242 min
I Wanna GROW PodcastPlanning Middle East Expansion? Corina Goetz's Essential Cultural & Business InsightsPlanning Middle East Expansion? Corina Goetz's Essential Cultural & Business Insights.Join us with Corina Goetz, Founder & CEO of @star_cat_ltd, a leading expert on Middle Eastern culture and business etiquette.Planning Middle East expansion or global growth? Corina shares essential insights to help you thrive! Learn to navigate cultural nuances, bridge the "knowledge gap," and build crucial relationships for regional success.Key takeaways include:Middle Eastern business etiquette.Dispelling common myths about the region.Strategic advice for market entry.Enhance your...2025-07-0951 min
AlphapreneursEp#12-Doing Business in the UAE & KSA? Donโt Make These Mistakes | ft. Corina GoetzWhat does it ๐ง๐๐๐ก๐ก๐ฎ take to win business in the Gulf?In this episode, ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ป ๐๐น๐ฒ๐ฒ๐บ sits down with ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ฎ ๐๐ผ๐ฒ๐๐, founder of ๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ-๐๐ฎ๐งโa UK-based entrepreneur originally from Germany who helps brands expand into the Middle East.Corina shares her journey from the corporate world to consulting, and breaks down what most Western companies get wrong when entering gulf markets like the ๐จ๐๐, ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐๐ฑ๐ถ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐ฎ, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ค๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ.Spoiler: it's not just about getting a license. We talk about ๐๐ต๐ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ๐ ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐บ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐๐, how to avoid common cultural missteps, and how ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ธ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐๐ป can actually open real business doors in the region. If you're serious about growing in the Gulf, this episodeโs packed with honest, practical advice!๐ Follow Corina Goetz on LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/j69As๐ Website: https://www.star-cat.co.uk-----------------------------------------------------------------------๐ช๐ต๐ผ ๐๐บ ๐?My name isย 2025-07-0857 min
Light Up! With ValEpisode 30: Success in the Gulf: Thriving Through Cultural Intelligence And What Western Entrepreneurs Keep Getting WrongJoin The Silk Way RoadshowToday, we dive into one of the most dynamic and culturally layered regions in the world: the Gulf.From the futuristic skyline of Dubai to the deeply rooted traditions of Riyadh and the strategic diplomacy of Dohaโdoing business in the GCC requires more than ambition. It demands cultural fluency.My guest is Corina Goetz, a trusted advisor and expert in Middle Eastern business culture who has spent over a decade helping international companies enter the region with impact, integrity, and deep respect.Together, we unpack:...2025-06-2636 min
Talking Tech With CreativesBusiness & Culture in Saudi Arabia: Tech, Tradition & Opportunity | w/ Corina Goetz - ep 21In this fascinating episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, host Stella Oni sits down with Corina Goetz, founder of Star-CaT and a leading Middle East business strategist, to explore Saudi Arabiaโs Vision 2030, cultural intelligence in business, and the evolving role of technology in Gulf economies.
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Corina shares her personal journey from luxury hospitality to becoming a sought-after cultural advisor for companies wanting to navigate the complex and rapidly changing Saudi business landscape. They discuss the rise of tourism, the importance of relationship-building in Gulf business culture, and the transformative impact of initiatives like the $800 bil...2025-06-0953 min
The Whole Truth: Leadership Stories with Sarah Perugia#9 โ Corina Goetz โ Bridging Cultures: How to Lead Across DividesCorina Goetz knows what it means to live between worlds. Born in East Germany and shaped by the fall of the Berlin Wall, her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and fearless transformation. Today, sheโs an intercultural strategist and trusted advisor to global leaders navigating the complexities of doing business across the West and the Middle East.From boardrooms in London to business deals in Riyadh, Corina helps leaders go beyond translation, teaching them how to build real trust, understand the unspoken, and thrive in unfamiliar terrain. As founder of her consultancy, sheโs become a brid...2025-06-0444 min
The Business of Life with Dr KingThe Saudi Arabia You Don't Know with Corina Goetz (Germany / UK)Send us a textWhat does modern Saudi Arabia really look like, beyond the headlines and outdated stereotypes? Corina Goetz takes us on a fascinating journey through her decade-long experience with the kingdom, revealing a country that has transformed dramatically since her first visit in 2011.Drawing from personal stories that span from Formula One concerts to metro rides with her 12-year-old son, Goetz paints a vivid picture of Saudi hospitality and rapid cultural evolution that contradicts Western misconceptions. "People are super friendly," she explains, describing how complete strangers have shown her kindness, from security guards...2025-05-2528 min
She Rises Studios Podcast#295 - Unlocking the Middle East w/Corina GoetzCorina Goetz's fascination with the Middle East deepened when she moved to London. However, finding reliable information about the region proved challenging, leaving her with many unanswered questions and a sense of confusion. Determined to bridge this gap, she embarked on a journey to learn more, realizing she was not alone in her concerns about making mistakes and potentially losing clients in the process. This realization led her to establish Star-CaT.Through Star-CaT, Corina offers immersive programs designed to help individuals grasp the essence of the Middle East. Whether catering to curious travelers, business professionals, or those...2025-02-1626 min
Engaging MarketeerHow You Can Succeed In Business In Saudi Arabia with Corina GoetzReady to take a leap? You'll have to work hard... but the rewards can be out of this world. In this week's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren speaks to Corina Goetz, who reveals some of the "mind blowing" projects and incredible money-making opportunities that come with braving a move to the Middle East. Intrigued? Tune in to discover why Saudi Arabia may just be your next destination. Connect with Corina: Website: https://star-cat.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinagoetz/ Facebook: https...2024-09-2754 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Success for Midlife Women, with Cheryl FischerEp. 74: Cold Water Swimming - Boost Wellness and MindsetDive into the transformative world of cold water swimming!In this episode, Corina Goetz, of Star-Cat, joins me to explore the incredible health benefits and mindset growth achieved through regular immersion in cold water. She shares her journey from a casual swimmer to a dedicated cold water enthusiast, starting during the COVID lockdowns.Discover how this practice can reduce inflammation, ease chronic pain, boost mood, and even help manage perimenopausal symptoms. Learn about the importance of gradual exposure, safety tips, and how cold water swimming can challenge and strengthen your mental resilience.Plus...2024-08-2729 min
CMEC podcastMENA Manners: How to bridge, not blunder, when you visit the Middle EastMENA is one of the most welcoming regions on earth and one that takes great pride in its great tradition of hospitality, but it's also one of the more complicated for newcomers to negotiate. There are so many protocols - spoken and unspoken - to take into account on initial visits to the region. This presents challenges to visitors of all types, business people, politicians and others.
Cmec Director Charlotte Leslie talks to Corina Goetz, an entrepreneur whose business - Star-CaT - has been advising people and companies on how to operate primarily in the Gulf region, in countries which...2024-08-0431 min
Thrive Alcohol Free44. Alcohol And The Middle East with Corina GoetzIn this episode, I speak to Corina Goetz, CEO of Star-CaT, a Middle Eastern Advisory, Training and Consulting Company.
Corina shares her story on why she no longer drinks for health reasons, even though she was never a big drinker and how people are rarely asked about their drinking when there are medical issues.
We also talk about the Middle East and Alcohol, and the impact on Ex-Pats and people visiting. We discuss travel and doing business in the region and how each country is quite different. Plus, of course, Corina shares what Thriving Alcohol...2024-07-1846 min
The Unified TeamSmashing Middle Eastern Stereotypes With Corina Goetz250 years ago the founding fathers drew up the U.S constitution.They had been able to learn lessons from older nations and avoid some of their mistakes. This disparate union of states grew to become the world superpower. Today, there is a new and ambitious union that is looking to launch itself as a global player.As a region it is having to unify many tribal interests in massive unified goals.I'm always interested in examples where groups unify behind a single goal. It is also a...2024-06-2442 min
The Recruitment Diaries: Life in Private StaffingS5 E4 - Middle East MisconceptionsIn this episode, Philippa delves into the realm of private staffing in the Middle East alongside special guest Corina Goetz.
They tackle prevailing misconceptions surrounding the GCC countries, shedding light on the advantages of working and living in this region for expats and private staff professionals alike.
Tune in for some serious myth-busting and our top reasons why Middle Eastern job opportunities aren't one to miss, giving misconceptions the boot once and for all!2024-04-2446 min
6 to 7 Figure Women018 - Navigating Global Business Opportunities in the Middle East with Corina GoetzIn this episode of the 6 to 7 Figure Women Podcast, hosts Jessica Fearnley and Meghann Conter were joined by Corina Goetz, an expert in Middle Eastern business culture. Corina shared her insights on the evolving business landscape in the Middle East, where young populations are eager for new products and personal development opportunities. She highlights the regionโs openness to global business and the importance of cultural understanding for successful expansion. We also discussed the potential for international growth and the significance of niche markets, emphasizing the need for women entrepreneurs to embrace global perspectives and su...2024-03-2159 min
ReWild Your Business#097 - The Opportunities Beyond the Stereotype with Corina GoetzBuilding bridges between cultures is a crucial aspect of fostering understanding, empathy, and cooperation in our increasingly globalized world.
Corina Goetz, who grew up in East Germany, has dedicated her career to building relationships between the Middle East and the Western world.
Her passion for the Middle East stems from her background in the luxury hospitality sector.
She shares her insights on the importance of understanding the region's history, culture, and traditions for companies operating in the Middle East or catering to high-net-worth clients from the Gulf area.ย
Our conversation focuses o...2024-02-0541 min
My Secrets to StaminaInterview: Our Middle East Culture + Business Expert, Corina GoetzHAPPY NEW YEAR MY FRIENDS and Welcome Back to My Secrets to Stamina!Iโve got a lot of greatness in store for you this year and today, Iโm bringing back someone who joined me on my 13th episode, Ms. Corina Goetz.ย A lot has transpired in her world since the last time we chatted and I'm so excited for her amazing updates to share on all things, the Middle East - hence our Part II! ย Corinaโs business is educating anyone about the GCC and bringing the facts about this region in terms of cultu...2024-01-0431 min
Cultural Communication Confidence061 - Guest interview: Cultural stereotypes vs reality: the Gulf with Corina GoetzCorina Goetz is our guest today on Cultural Communication Confidence. She is the Founder of Star-CaT, a Middle East Strategist and Cultural Expert for the Gulf. Corina helps Westerners further their cultural understanding, and create better relationships in the region and therefore grow and expand their businesses. Corina and I had a fascinating conversation, where we explored stereotypes in the Gulf, how cultural insight is important for business, and the main differences between the West and the Gulf in reality.ย She shares common mistakes businesses make when they try to expand here, including how to a...2023-11-1337 min
The Defuse Podcast: Where Experts Defuse Real ThreatsDe-mystifying doing business in the Middle East with Corina GoetzSend us a textThis monthโs podcast is all about doing business in the Gulf region. For many people, the Gulf region is an unexploited opportunity. It is a culture that is perceived to be at odds with the West. Corina is an expert in the region and shares with us her wisdom in unravelling the perceived complexities and making doing business more approachable.ย What is it like doing business in the Gulf region as a woman? Is it even possible?ย Do you need to speak Arabic?Iโm not in the...2023-10-1051 min