Culture

Start With A Cultural Meeting by Gurjeet Chima
Start With A Cultural Meeting by Gurjeet Chima 150 150 Angeli Maduli

Did you know that one smile can go a long way in international business negotiations? The pandemic has opened big #opportunities for #businesses to connect to different countries without the limits of physical distance. But some executives might have concerns about how to negotiate in this digital era. Starting with a #cultural meeting can help…

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What is Unconscious Bias? by Sunaina Vij
What is Unconscious Bias? by Sunaina Vij 1024 576 Angeli Maduli

Do you think you’re not biased? Think again. In our pandemic work setup, it has been easier to meet new people across the world. And when we are introduced to new people, our brains are wired to “sort” them into certain categories which makes it easier for us to make sense of who they are–…

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Authentic & Vulnerable Storytelling in China’s Digital Age by Jan Kot
Authentic & Vulnerable Storytelling in China’s Digital Age by Jan Kot 480 480 Angeli Maduli

We live in a world of #GlobalizedCommunication. When the world is falling apart and everyone is counting on the help of something or someone who is genuine. In a world where face-to-face communication is not an option anymore and one does not know where to put all their trust, in that world authenticity is the…

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Promoting Diversity in the Workplace by Sunaina Vij (Highlights from #TCPLive)
Promoting Diversity in the Workplace by Sunaina Vij (Highlights from #TCPLive) 480 480 Angeli Maduli

When we talk about what makes someone a successful leader, we typically describe attributes like the ability to innovate, make strategic decisions or manage uncertainty. We rarely mention reflection among the core traits of a great leader. One of the most admirable and arguably underrated qualities of leadership is the capacity for reflection. In our…

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TCP Live#7 – Asking for What you Want by Jan Kot
TCP Live#7 – Asking for What you Want by Jan Kot 480 480 Angeli Maduli

How can you increase your chances of success when asking for something in a business relationship? The key is to focus more on the #timing of the ask than on what you are asking for. While in western culture, it’s common for people to develop work bonds based on the confidence that they feel in…

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Highlight#3 from TCP Live#3 – Building Trust in Cross Cultural Relationships
Highlight#3 from TCP Live#3 – Building Trust in Cross Cultural Relationships 480 480 Margot

​​The choice to grant trust is not the same thing as having a default position of trusting people until they prove they can’t be trusted. Choosing to trust someone requires that you mindfully choose to build trust with them, not that you give them a chance to prove they are trustworthy. And to start building…

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Highlight from TCP Live#5 – How to adapt to various hierarchical corporate cultures?
Highlight from TCP Live#5 – How to adapt to various hierarchical corporate cultures? 480 480 Margot

An important piece of advice for professionals new to the corporate hierarchical culture. In last month’s TCP live on “How to adapt to various hierarchical corporate cultures?”, the experts at TCP Growth shared important insights for any professional looking to adapt and thrive in the corporate hierarchical culture. Harnessing the power of observation is important.…

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Managing Expectations in Relationships
Managing Expectations in Relationships 480 480 Margot

“Expectation” is a heavy word. We all expect things from one another. 🤝But what we do not realize is that every person is unique and trying to benchmark expectations from the other person based on your own assumptions can be detrimental to any business relationship. In this month’s TCP Webinar on “ Building relationships in…

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TCP Live #2 Highlights by Tony Abad
TCP Live #2 Highlights by Tony Abad 480 480 Margot

🌎 Think Global, Act Local That’s the mantra for global brands eyeing #success in local markets. But can you ever understand a foreign market as well as a local person would? ⛰️Understanding the nuances of people from a different culture, dealing with foreign bureaucracy, tax implications are just tip of the iceberg. When you take…

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Vodcast #36 – Global Mindset: Wisdom for a Globalised World by Lashley Pulsipher
Vodcast #36 – Global Mindset: Wisdom for a Globalised World by Lashley Pulsipher 480 480 Margot

A Global Mindset in Business Is the Difference Between Success & Failure. 72% of international Chinese companies surveyed believe the biggest difficulties that arise in conducting business overseas stem from cultural differences. Culture shapes our behaviour. The places where we grow up, work and socialise influence how we perceive others and how we interact with…

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