🌍✨ Gain Cultural Insights and Unlock Global Opportunities! Join our Cultural Awareness Journey!


Paul Arnesen

HUMAN CAPITAL STRATEGIST

Hello there!

This week I want to focus on cultural awareness.

Understanding and appreciating different cultures is a key aspect of personal growth and crucial in building a more inclusive global world of work.

Here are my weekly resources to help you learn more about cultural awareness!

Global Work Insights

​Gain insights into cultural intelligence and its impact on effective cross-cultural communication and collaboration. ​

​Discover strategies to overcome cultural barriers and enhance teamwork and productivity in multicultural work environments.​

​Explore the positive impact of cultural diversity on innovation and creativity in the workplace and learn how to foster an inclusive environment.

Cultural Spotlight

Have you heard about Diwali, the vibrant festival of lights that celebrates the triumph of light over darkness? This cultural celebration exemplifies the beauty of diversity and can foster cultural awareness.

​Learn about the significance and traditions of Diwali, the festival of lights celebrated by millions worldwide.

Success Story

Airbnb's Cultural Exchange Initiative

​Discover how Airbnb's Cultural Exchange Initiative has fostered cultural understanding and enriched travel experiences for hosts and guests alike. ​

Resources

Book Recommendation

​"The Culture Map" by Erin Meyer​

Interested in learning more about global work and culture? This book provides valuable insights and practical frameworks to navigate cultural differences, enabling you to build successful relationships and collaborations in diverse settings.

Article Recommendation

"Building Cultural Competence in Multicultural Teams" by Jeanne Brett​

If you want to enhance your cultural competence in multicultural teams, this old, but still relevant article offers practical guidance and strategies to develop the necessary skills for effective collaboration in diverse work environments.

Podcast Recommendation

"The Global Fluency Podcast" ​

Expand your cultural fluency and global mindset by tuning in to "The Global Fluency Podcast" by Thunderbird School of Global Management. Each episode features insightful discussions on cultural intelligence, global leadership, and navigating cultural complexities, providing valuable knowledge for professionals in the global work arena.

Learn From An Expert

Cross Cultural expert and trainer Steffen Henkel explains the German mindset when asking for help in the workplace.

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Join the Conversation!

I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts, insights, or personal experiences related to cultural awareness in the global workplace.

Let's continue the discussion on my LinkedIn post dedicated to this week's theme.​

That's it for this week's newsletter! Stay tuned for more exciting insights and resources in the coming weeks.

All the best

Paul Arnesen

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