Communicating Across Cultures
Globalization comes with its own communications problems. More than language barriers, we need focus on traditions, customs, nuances of language and etiquette of different cultures. Many a deals have been lost because a word, a gesture was misinterpreted. Mala, based on her upbringing and education in India and 25 years corporate experience in America, offers a view of communications through the cultural lens of both India and America - Blend in So You Can Stand Out and Managing IT Outsourcing for Greater Profits. Read below!
• Blend In So You Can Stand Out •
Perhaps the single most important determinate of success is cultural communication. To succeed in America, it is critical to appreciate that the American Culture has several principles which govern the collective psyche, including:
- No Pain, No Gain
- Make Your Mark – Speak your Mind
- Be Specific, Be Clear – Don’t Leave Room for Doubts
- Time is of the Essence
- Think Outside the Box
- You Deserve the Best
A common theme in each of those principles is self-made success, confidence, confrontation, questioning authority and becoming a recognized, accomplished leader on your own terms (and often in the face of adversity).
These principles when embraced help in professional relationships.
Blend In so You Can Stand Out is a compassionate call to action where Asian Indians can learn to navigate American Culture without sacrificing their own core values. By learning to confidently speak the language of a more assertive workplace, clients will be able to ask for what they are worth and achieve the success they deserve.
Interested in learning more about my own personal experiences as a successful Asian Indian professional? I invite you to read, A Letter to Asian Indians and contact me with your own personal story.
Learn to talk the talk of American success!
• Managing IT Outsourcing for Greater Profits •
If you rely heavily on IT Outsourcing and are working with members of the Asian Indian culture, you may have experienced common questions like these:
- Why do team members hesitate to say “no” or “I don’t know”
- Why are team members too nice and resist voicing strong opinions
- Why are colleagues so sincere in completing day-to-day tasks that they don’t make time for big picture goals or opportunities
Learning the common cultural challenges of Asian Indian Professionals can help you better manage your outsource business and in house team members. Please enjoy a Letter to Asian Indians as a useful behind the scenes look at this dynamic culture and contact Mala directly to schedule a strategy session to address your specific concerns.
Interested in learning more about my own personal experiences as a successful Asian Indian professional? I invite you to read, A Letter to Asian Indians and contact me with your own personal story.
Who is it for?
These courses are ideal for Americans and Indians seeking to bridge the culture gap and gain a clear understanding of professional expectations.
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