But Isn’t This Just Stereotyping?” — A Story of Resistance, Reflection, and Readiness in Intercultural Learning
But Isn’t This Just Stereotyping?A Story of Resistance, Reflection, and Readiness in Intercultural Learning In one of my recent group trainings, we stood clustered around a large screen, examining a vivid visualization of cultural preferences. Laughter and murmurs filled the room as participants noticed how different — or surprisingly similar — their own values were […]
What is Cross-Cultural Training and what is an Intercultural Training
What is Cross-Cultural Training? What is Intercultural Training? In our increasingly interconnected world, navigating cultural differences is essential. Cross-cultural training (CCT) provides the tools to build understanding and foster effective communication across diverse environments. What is Cross-Cultural Training? CCT is a structured learning process designed to enhance intercultural competence, enabling individuals and organizations to thrive […]
Social Etiquette and Cultural Norms in Saudi Arabia
Social Etiquette and Cultural Norms in Saudi Arabia Practical, business-ready etiquette for greetings, titles, gender norms, meetings, and trust-building. Download the 5-min Cheatsheet (PDF) See the Key Takeaways Key Takeaways – Understand foundations. Saudi business blends Islamic values, traditional patterns, and modern economic priorities shaping relationships and decisions.– Prioritize relationships. Trust and hospitality often precede […]
Eye Contact in Algeria
Eye Contactin Algeria Eye contact is a fascinating interplay of cross-cultural elements and cultural intricacies. In many cultures, eye contact is considered a significant aspect of interpersonal communication and can carry different meanings. In this article, we shed light on the cultural nuances of eye contact in Algeria. In Algerian culture, eye contact holds special […]
Understanding Syrian Culture for People Working with Syrian Refugees
Understanding Syrian Culture for People Working with Syria Refugees: Marketing Tricks To Sell Training Courses?! According to UNHCR, and after more than a decade of conflict, Syria remains the world’s largest refugee crisis, with over 14 million Syrians forced to flee their homes since 2011. Among them, more than 7.2 million are internally displaced within […]