Blogs for Culture Vultures

Being aware of cultural differences is crucial if you work in international business.

Anyone who believes that “everyone does business the same” will soon get a shock once they start to work with other cultures.

'Cultural Training’ course content should include everything necessary to help people new to a country, understand and navigate the local culture.

This understanding gives learners an advantage when working in or with a foreign country by equipping them with shortcuts on how to work effectively.

Cultures build relationships in different ways.

Understanding these cultural differences can be the difference between success and failure.

The British are known for their manners.

If you’re working with British people, it’s a good idea to get to grips with their culture.

Shaking hands is common in Japanese culture.

However, it is not a habit that’s native to them - meaning there are some cultural differences.

Working in culturally diverse teams is becoming more common.

Communicating and collaborating across time zones, languages and cultures can be challenging.

Cultures experience time in different ways.

When working across cultures, this can cause problems.

If you’re working with Italians and want to make a good impression, then this blog's for you!

The most valuable thing you can do is to learn about Italian business culture.

Doing business with the French?

Then you’ll be attending plenty of meetings.

If you’ve worked in a well-managed, multicultural team, then you’ll know it can be an incredibly rewarding experience.

In fact, high functioning, multicultural teams can be more productive, more creative and – on the whole, more successful than monocultural teams!

Are you part of a virtual team?

Do you have colleagues all over the world?

Working with the Chinese?

Then you need to make a good impression!

Communication styles vary from culture to culture.

When working across cultures, understanding different communication styles is crucial.

Indian culture is colourful and complex.

For those new to the country, it’s important to learn the rules around behaviour.

'Culturally aware' professionals have a distinct advantage over their peers.

International businesses increasingly cite Cultural Competence as a core requriement during the recruitment process.

Big, beautiful Brazil!

For many foreigners doing business in the country for the first time, it can be a bit overwhelming!

Working across cultures means adapting to differences.

Those unwilling, or unable to, usually find that things can get tough.

Before we answer this question, here’s one for you!

How do you know that you are not already culturally aware?

Case studies are a great way of learning.

Especially so when it comes to exploring cultural differences in business.

Vietnam is booming!

Many foreigners new to the country find the culture difficult to navigate.