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Most of us appreciate the clarity that comes from learning about broad cultural norms: Indians prefer hierarchy. Germans prefer directness. Brazilians are expressive. Yet we’re
There’s a running joke in our family about the number of countries where I’ve gotten a speeding ticket. The most embarrassing was getting pulled over
Guest post by CQ Fellow Jennifer Izekor | CEO & Founder, Above Difference “The only constant is change.” Earlier this year, the UK Government launched
I was recently speaking with a Singapore-based executive whose team spans six nationalities and four generations. “The complexity of leading global teams is getting harder,”
Guest post by CQ Fellow Trisha Carter Recently, I’ve found myself reflecting on a paradox that lies at the heart of cultural intelligence: Cultural intelligence
By David Livermore and Okthalia Adams The speed and efficiency provided by ChatGPT is a blessing and a curse. It can help managers draft emails,
You may have very high CQ, but the organization where you lead significantly determines whether your cultural intelligence makes much difference. Imagine assuring a European
The world is run by teams. Teams build our houses and produce our food. They perform surgeries, teach kids, and run governments, schools, and companies.
Global leadership is not about geography. It’s about having the dynamic agility to lead anyone, anywhere. Many leaders understand this because it’s their daily reality. But
[Cover photo credit to Ever After Weddings] Two weeks after George Floyd was murdered, we were on our way to a family gathering in northern
David Livermore, PhD (Michigan State University) is a social scientist devoted to the topics of cultural intelligence (CQ®) and global leadership and the author of several award-winning books.