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Cross-Cultural Preparedness
Employees who will be living abroad as well as
those who often interface with colleagues, customers
or suppliers in a different country can benefit
greatly from a workshop focused on the differences
between the countries in question, for example
Germany and the USA. Programs focusing on more
than two cultures are also possible with the aid
of additional country experts.
Depending on the specific needs of the participants,
topics may include:
- A basic understanding of the role of culture
in our business and private lives
- Focus on daily life in the target culture
- Identifying the differences in values, attitudes
and behaviors between your home culture and
the target culture
- Differences in communication style
- The role of perceptions and stereotypes in
our global business
- Relocation topics, also for family members
accompanying a transferee (Accompanying spouses
are urged to participate.)
- Important legal differences (e.g. for the
USA: hire and fire, sexual harassment)
- Business topics like leadership, teamwork,
goalsetting, deadlines and motivation
Typical workshop
length: 2 to 3 ½ days
Usual number of participants:
8 to 16
Methods: Highly
interactive with role plays, group work, video
demonstrations and group discussions.
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