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Global Denmark Podcast

Rufus Gifford

December 18, 2018 Global Denmark / Rufus Gifford Episode 1

Chapters

What it means to be an Ambassador

Preparing to come to Denmark and how the pre-existing knowledge about Denmark shifted over time

The Danish level of trust

Advice for foreigners coming to Denmark

Denmark’s position as the happiest country on earth

Thoughts on patriotism and nationalism

Key takeaways from recent midterm elections in the United States

Experience and thoughts on fundraising

Advantages and disadvantages of jante-law?

Habits, routines, and rituals to maintain energy for high-level performance

Self-regulation and counterproductive personality traits

Favorite failure

Computer games, McDonald's and other fun facts about Rufus Gifford

What Denmark and the United States can teach each other

Book recommendations and closing comments

Global Denmark Podcast

Rufus Gifford

Dec 18, 2018 Episode 1

Global Denmark / Rufus Gifford

The Global Denmark Podcast kicks off its inaugural episode with hosts Ed Ley and Thomas Mulhern interviewing Rufus Gifford, the former US Ambassador to Denmark.

They discuss what it means to be an ambassador, the double edged sword of being “the happiest”, the current political climate, personal vs professional humility and life on Air Force One.

You can support this podcast by sharing it with your friends, rating and leaving a review or by subscribing at www.globaldkpodcast.com

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The Global Denmark Podcast kicks off its inaugural episode with hosts Ed Ley and Thomas Mulhern interviewing Rufus Gifford, the former US Ambassador to Denmark.

They discuss what it means to be an ambassador, the double edged sword of being “the happiest”, the current political climate, personal vs professional humility and life on Air Force One.

You can support this podcast by sharing it with your friends, rating and leaving a review or by subscribing at www.globaldkpodcast.com