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by Daisy Wu (Author)
Daisy Wu's "Multilingual Connectors" challenges the notion that language mastery is the sole key to success in a foreign land. Through her own journey from China to Australia, Wu unveils 12 transformative principles for building cross-cultural connections. This book offers a refreshing perspective, emphasizing human connection over linguistic perfection.
Fabiola Campbell - Founder Professional Migrant Women.From an unconfident and isolated Chinese international student in Australia to a multi-award-winning community leader and TEDx speaker, Daisy is committed to re-educating our multilingual world that self-mastery transcends language mastery. To transform the status quo for people facing challenges similar to hers, she founded Multilingual Connectors, bridging the gap in mentoring and empowering culturally and linguistically diverse migrants to maximize their unique advantages and build meaningful connections in a foreign land. Her podcast, No Language Barriers, shares insights on mastering connections without mastering languages, engaging community leaders and audiences worldwide.
As a high achiever who began her career in male-dominated industries, Daisy continues to challenge dominant narratives surrounding underrepresented populations. After becoming the youngest tutor in Construction at the University of Melbourne, she earned recognition as one of the 2023 Sydney Build Construction Idols, alongside some of the most influential and inspiring professionals in Australia's built environment. Her other industry accolades include the Top 100 Women in Construction, the Leaders in Communities Award, the Australian Institute of Building Victorian Chapter Medal and the 2024 Women in Industry Awards Finalist for Excellence in Construction.
Shortlisted for the Victoria Top 100 Asia Innovation Business Leaders 2024, Daisy's widespread influence has led to her being named the youngest recipient of the Women in Leadership Award by the Australian Multicultural Women Association and the inaugural winner of the Multicultural Youth Awards - Young Leader of the Year. With a diverse international speaking portfolio, she's awarded the 'Young Leaders Creating a Better World for All' at the Women Economic Forum Australia 2024. Additionally, she is a finalist for the Australian Professionals of Colour Community Champion of the Year 2023 Award and the 2024 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards.
