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Welcome to the Lancer Learning Communities knowledge hub! Explore our latest articles on cultural intelligence, language acquisition, and global competence. We’re here to support your journey towards successful cultural adaptation and communication in an interconnected world.
- Culture Lessons from Bees
What Bees Teach Us About Culture by Paul R. Beeman One of my favorite childhood memories was going down to the basement and seeing five-gallon buckets full of honey! These “honey pots” were gifts from my grandfather, who for many years kept his own hive, in keeping with the family name “Beeman.” Though I am… Read more: Culture Lessons from Bees - A Case Study in Multi-Cultural Team Communication from the Oval Office
A Case Study in Multi-Cultural Teams from the Oval Office by Paul R. Beeman Even the most seasoned international professionals stumble. It’s not the mistake itself, but how we recover, that truly defines our expertise. And in today’s interconnected world, where cross-cultural interactions are the norm, these moments offer invaluable learning opportunities. The widely observed… Read more: A Case Study in Multi-Cultural Team Communication from the Oval Office - Cultural Greetings: Making the right first impression
Making the Right Impression in a New Culture Written by Paul R. Beeman Our perception of the present is built on the past.. When it comes to greetings, we need to set aside our past experiences and be ready to embrace a new way of doing things in our new host culture. Greetings set the… Read more: Cultural Greetings: Making the right first impression - Navigating Trust Across Cultures: First Steps for Global Professionals
What builds trust in one culture might undermine it in another. This is a common challenge for individuals working internationally. Different cultures have distinct priorities and values that shape their understanding of trust. These variations can lead to misunderstanding and frustration. - What is Cultural Intellegence?
Whether you are brokering international deals or moving halfway across the world for work, you are going to need cultural intelligence if any bit of your venture is going to be successful. Cultural intelligence is having the knowledge, strategy, drive, and action needed for adapting and relating in culturally diverse situations. Being culturally intelligent means… Read more: What is Cultural Intellegence?