Episode 26 -Take Matters Into Your Own Hands with Cynthia Callatin

What does it really take to build a life across borders—and on your own terms?

In this powerful episode of Leadership in Colour, we sit down with global mobility expert and expat coach Cynthia Callatin to explore what it means to take control of your journey, challenge expectations, and create opportunities where none seem to exist.

From becoming a 40-year-old intern to rising as a Global Mobility Manager, Cynthia shares her unconventional career path and how she turned her passion for international experiences into a mission—helping others, especially Black women, navigate life abroad with confidence.

We dive into:

•  The hidden world of global mobility careers (and why so few people know about it) 
•  Why representation truly matters in global roles 
•  The real, unfiltered truth about moving abroad—beyond the Instagram fantasy 
•  Practical guidance on relocation, visas, family decisions, and cultural adaptation
•  The mindset shift needed to turn a “dream” of living abroad into a real, actionable plan
•  How Cynthia is empowering the next generation through mentorship and access to information

Cynthia also shares her deeply personal decision to relocate to Guadeloupe—a life-changing move driven by family, identity, and purpose—and the realities that come with it: from resilience and sacrifice to raising globally aware children.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever thought:
 "Can I really build a life somewhere else?"

You don’t have to follow the path you’ve been shown—you can create your own.

🎧 Tune in to discover how to take matters into your own hands and step into a world of possibilities.

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