From Feb 24th to Mar 22nd, as part of a team of 10 IBM colleagues, I'm working with a Government Institution of the West Java Province of Indonesia. I'm documenting this experience through this blog, including key cultural aspects such as best practices, customs, cuisine, environment, etc. This is an IBM Corporate Service Corps global initiative. We are the fourth team working in Indonesia.
Your comments and questions will be key to broaden my perspective and make this space richer.
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Arrival in Indonesia
After 3 months of preparation through weekly teleconferences, e-learning and reading, today the team got together in Jakarta.
The Indonesia 4 CSC team
We were welcomed by Dany and Waya from AVB, an NGO company which supports IBM in the program. They are taking care of all logistical aspects, making us feeling spoiled!
Team dinner
Dany and Waya
This morning we spent a few hours visiting the city, socializing and getting to know each other in person.
In the afternoon we had a briefing at IBM by the Country General Manager and then we immersed in the local culture. Guess what we started with?
Sergio, What a great blog! It already seems like an eye-opening experience. I'm especially eager to hear about the culture and if/how you will be able to apply your leadership expertise. I'll stay posted. Laura
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ReplyDeleteSergio, What a great blog! It already seems like an eye-opening experience. I'm especially eager to hear about the culture and if/how you will be able to apply your leadership expertise. I'll stay posted. Laura
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