“No.” It's one of the most commonly used words in any language, but people’s willingness to openly voice disagreement varies by the cultural norms of their backgrounds. These differences matter ...

Expanding your business internationally or managing a global team comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes to cultural differences. Knowing how to navigate these nuances can improve ...

This post was written by Alison Fernandes, research affiliate at the Department of Psychology, Monk Prayogshala. Communication serves as the cornerstone of human interaction, intricately shaped by ...

“My spouse and I come from different cultural backgrounds, with different perspectives, upbringings, and experiences. We love each other, but our biggest cultural divide is how we communicate. Since ...

Why do so many global projects falter? Often, it isn’t because executives misread market data or underestimate competitors; it’s because they misread each other. Cross‑cultural communication is less ...

It is imperative for organizations to support diversity and acknowledge individuals’ differences in order to foster better morale, promote creativity and innovations, improve decision making, and ...

Cultural contexts can make or break your customer experience. Does your client portfolio include customers from abroad or do you expect it to in the future? If so, it’s important to apply cultural ...

Having a job in a global business can give you the opportunity to travel the world. It can also mean having the chance of embarrassing yourself if you're not familiar with the rules of a foreign ...