Corina brings her deep experience in Middle Eastern hospitality, business etiquette, and luxury to the table, helping us understand how to build trust, navigate cultural norms, and form meaningful relationships in the Gulf — especially as a foreign entrepreneur or creative professional.
Whether you’re curious about doing business in Saudi Arabia
Want to understand how tradition meets innovation
Or you just love learning about culture, travel, and tech
This episode is packed with insights!
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What we cover:
00:00 – Welcome & Intro
01:10 – Corina’s journey into Middle Eastern hospitality
05:00 – Saudi then vs now: Culture shock & transformation
10:00 – What is Vision 2030 & why it matters
13:20 – How foreign businesses can succeed in the Gulf
16:00 – The importance of trust, tradition & non-verbal cues
20:00 – Women in Saudi business: myths vs. reality
28:00 – What luxury means in Saudi Arabia
33:00 – Using social media for authentic relationship-building
45:00 – Final tips for first-time visitors & entrepreneurs
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🔗 Find Corina Goetz
Instagram: @starcatcorina
LinkedIn: Corina Goetz
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