A vital challenge for the global manager is to build good working relationships across geographical and cultural borders. Recognize that strong, trusting relationships are the foundation of successful collaborations in a diverse business network. Identifying Advantages You can gain…
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A global manager appreciates the impact that culture has on business. Aim to understand cultural differences, develop your relationship skills, and overcome communication barriers. Adapting Culture Groups of people see the world through their own set of assumptions, beliefs,…
A global manager needs to identify the needs of individual employees, within the context of the culture in which he or she is working. Recognize the personal priorities of the diverse individuals in your team and apply the appropriate…
The barriers to communicating across cultures must be recognized and managed. Be aware of all the pitfalls of communication so that you avoid sending or receiving the wrong messages, and always try to see other people’s points of view.…
Global teams bring together multiple sets of skills and diverse working methods. Strong and effective leadership is required for such teams to work well. Be ready to adopt different leadership styles for the various phases of team development. Communicating…
A global manager needs to know what point his or her organization has reached in the globalization process, and where it wants to go. Understand the process and recognize the strategies that will give your organization a global advantage.…
Negotiating is a critical skill for global managers. To be effective at cross-border negotiation, find ways to work around cultural differences so that the outcome is acceptable to all parties. Use well-tried tactics and be well prepared. Points to…
Global managers must realize that many of the business practices which work successfully in their home culture will not be appropriate in another country. Ensure that you are able to adjust your approach to suit different cultural contexts. Adapting…