Global Collaborative Business Environments

In today’s highly diverse, interdependent economy, where teleconference and email are primary modes of communication, the ability to operate effectively in the global space is vital to the achievement of any lasting organizational competitiveness and success. Moreover, interpersonal workplace communication is dramatically impacted by the diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the estimated 30-40% foreign-born professionals working in major US business centers; as workplaces continue to become more culturally diverse, this trend is escalating. Thus, it is necessary to support all individuals who contribute to the success of the organization through improving intercultural communication.
 
Your Perspective Matters® is a workshop where participants learn fundamental, practical skills for respectfully and persuasively contributing their points of view in global meetings and one-on-one interactions, whether in face-to-face or virtual settings.

Your Perspective Matters® - Speaking Effectively Across Cultures: Level I

Successful interaction in today’s workplace requires strong verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively share ideas in collaborative settings. As non-native English speakers play an increasingly powerful role in global companies, it is imperative to develop operative strategies for communicating across cultures. Too often, important contributions are lost due to undeveloped business communication skills and uncertainty about intercultural business relationships.

In this highly-interactive workshop, you will learn to:

  • Use casual conversation to establish the kind of business relationships that support effective collaboration
  • Apply active listening techniques to engage others’ attention and improve your understanding in everyday business interactions
  • Use appropriate repetition and rephrasing to ensure that you deliver instructions clearly
  • More...

Your Perspective Matters® - Speaking Effectively Across Cultures: Level II

In today’s workplace, successful professionals are those who are able to effectively communicate their ideas across cultures. In fact, because foreign born professionals make up 30-40% of the workforce of major U.S. business centers, individuals with strong intercultural communication skills have greater opportunities for increased responsibility and professional growth.

In this highly-interactive workshop, you will learn to:

  • Speak more assertively and collaborate more effectively
  • Use questions to clarify information and encourage others to consider new ideas
  • Contribute more confidently in meetings by preparing clear mini presentations
  • More...

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  • Results and Outcomes

  • Delivery

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