An everyday checklist to be a better global leader
All business is global. It wasn’t always that way. But today, local start-ups, non-profits, Fortune 50 companies, hospitals, and universities all have to be mindful
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All business is global. It wasn’t always that way. But today, local start-ups, non-profits, Fortune 50 companies, hospitals, and universities all have to be mindful
One of the first questions people ask me when they hear about my work in cultural intelligence is, “How did you get involved in this
The difference in the success of emotionally intelligent leaders versus those who are blissfully unaware is mind boggling. Daniel Goleman says emotional intelligence makes a 90 percent
There’s abundant research that repeatedly shows that diversity on a team doesn’t automatically lead to better results. Different approaches to problem solving, conflict, and communication
I was recently working with a global marketing team that was preparing a campaign for a new product launch. It was a textbook example of
Indra Nooyi is a masterful communicator. Not only does the former PepsiCo CEO speak with clarity and passion, she adapts her style for many varied
Never sit next to me at a leadership event. I’m the annoying guy mumbling, “Well that’s not actually true.” Or “Maybe. But only if everyone
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
Everyone belongs to a few figured worlds and they have a profound impact on how we behave. Figured worlds are everywhere. Countries, States. Racial groups.
Decision making is one of the most important tasks of any leader. But increased diversity makes effective decision making more difficult than ever. Here are 4 practices culturally intelligent leaders use to make more effective, inclusive decisions.
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.