Economic recessions have typically been times when organisations scale back their global expansion. Not this time. The economic downturn is spurring companies to become more international. Executives from every region recognize that the greatest opportunities for growth exist beyond domestic…
Read MoreOne time I was speaking at a symposium in Prague to a group of emerging leaders from Eastern Europe. After a couple days at the conference, my U.S. colleague based in Czech said to me, “Okay Dave. Tell me who…
Read MoreIn case you weren’t already convinced that cultural differences matter, brain research proves it. Culture shapes the wiring of our brains. Dr. Ying-Yi Hong did brain scans of American and Chinese students attending the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. The students…
Read MoreMy MacBook Pro makes me happy. Really! I’m a happier man because I’m writing this article on my slick Mac. My I-Phone has the same effect on me. And even though I’m loathe to EVER wait in lines, I did…
Read MorePricewaterhouse Coopers just released their annual Global CEO survey. A few highlights from their findings: 1. Managing and developing a globally astute workforce is #1 on the 2011 agenda of the majority of CEO's surveyed. 2. Over half the CEO's…
Read MoreI applaud Google for saying “Enough” to censorship. I share their profound belief in making information and ideas accessible to people anywhere, everywhere; and especially to giving people voice whatever their lot in society. But I question the wisdom of…
Read MoreThe transition into the second decade of the century has futurists busily forecasting what’s next. Over the last couple weeks, I’ve read predictions that include everything from a one-world currency, a softer, gentler Simon Cowell, the eradication of poverty, and…
Read MoreA couple months ago I spoke with a group of local business leaders about cultural intelligence (CQ)—a capability being tapped by many professionals to improve their effectiveness working across a variety of cultural contexts. It was an enjoyable afternoon with…
Read MoreI spent some time in New York today with Matthew Bishop, Chief U.S. editor of The Economist. Bishop overseas the U.S. bureau of The Economist serves as business editor for the magazine, and he’s a thought leader who bridges philanthropy…
Read MoreCheck out the "Change This " manifesto on cultural intelligence just posted here. I love the ethos, design, and innovation of the team at "Change This". 62.02.CulturalIntelligence
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