Episodios

  • Christmas traditions in Poland and Japan

    Christmas traditions in Poland and Japan
    Dec 17 2021
    In this last episode of the first season, the hosts will be reflecting on 2021 and looking forward to 2022, as well as discussing Christmas and NYE traditions in their countries -  Poland and Japan.
    Más Menos
    10 m
  • Trust in Japanese Culture

    Trust in Japanese Culture
    Nov 11 2021
    In this episode, Seiji Nakano speaks with Kawatani Takashi about trust in Japanese culture. Listen to learn about how building trust in Japan differs from the rest of the world, why is trust the base and the start of any business and personal relationship, and what the attitudes to building trust have to do with the Japanese constitution. Reference: Click Here
    Más Menos
    50 m
  • Effective International Influencing – PART 2

    Effective International Influencing – PART 2
    Oct 15 2021
    This is part 2 of effective international conversation with Bob Dignen and Richard Lowe. Listen for insights on the challenges of influencing, common mistake, resistance to influencing, as well as practical tips you can try to become a better influencer. If you are interested in Influencing Topic, please click here (https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MGTPL9R) to be kept in touch!
    Más Menos
    28 m
  • Effective International Influencing – PART 1

    Effective International Influencing – PART 1
    Oct 8 2021
    In this episode, Seiji & Gabriela are speaking with Bob Dignen (Director of York Associates) and Richard Lowe (Managing Director of WorldWork). They are addressing the topic of effective international influencing. Influencing is one of the key business and leaderships skills which international organisations look for in new employees. It is also a highly sought-after skill amongst English language learners who want to develop competence that goes beyond language. Tune in to learn about influencing in different context. If you are interested in Influencing Topic, please click here (https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MGTPL9R) to be kept in touch!
    Más Menos
    28 m
  • Building Trust in Multicultural and Virtual Teams

    Building Trust in Multicultural and Virtual Teams
    Sep 9 2021
    One of the most essential characteristics of a well-functioning team is trust. However, trust is challenging to build and sustain, especially when working virtually, in a remote and multicultural team. In this episode, Seiji & Gabriela chat with Chris Massey – intercultural trainer and facilitator who is also certified to use WorldWork’s Team Trust Indicator (TTI) psychometric tool. Listen for insights on the importance of trust in teams in the international context, typical challenges in building trust and a range of solutions for monitoring, measuring and developing trust in teams.
    Más Menos
    32 m
  • Reflections from three interculturalists on life in a Covid-19 lockdown

    Reflections from three interculturalists on life in a Covid-19 lockdown
    Aug 5 2021
    As interculturalists, we are used to travelling, meeting people from different cultural environments and basically living in a ‘global village’. In the last twenty months or so all of that was taken away. However, many of us developed new habits instead which we now want to keep. But, as the Covid-related restrictions ease down and we are all much busier again, how do we keep up with the good habits? 
    Más Menos
    36 m
  • Intercultural Training – Unravelling the Challenges and Solutions

    Intercultural Training – Unravelling the Challenges and Solutions
    Jul 7 2021
    If the future of work is global then is the path to success through developing intercultural competence? Listen to Seiji & Gabriela speaking with their special guest, Michelle Bradley – owner and intercultural consultant at Elephant Communications. They share practical tips on how to get your training participants curious, how to create those priceless aha moments, and how to communicate the value of your service as an intercultural trainer. Tune in and get inspired!
    Más Menos
    35 m
  • Creating Cultural Synergy for Maximising a Global Success

    Creating Cultural Synergy for Maximising a Global Success
    Jun 1 2021
    This is the first episode of the new series of monthly intercultural conversations with guests and experts from the intercultural field. This month, our podcast features Joyce Jenkins, a co-founder and managing director at Expert Humans – professional skills development organisation based in Singapore. Listen for insights on the topic of cultural synergy: what is it and what’s the research behind it,why is it crucial for organisations which seek to achieve global success,and how can you use the 8Es framework to create cultural synergy in your team.
    Más Menos
    37 m