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Unlocking Cultural Agility with Marco BlankenburghDiscovering the 12 Dimensions of Culture | Part 1Have you ever wondered how cultural differences shape our interactions? In this episode, Marco and Shelley explore the transformative concept of intercultural agility through the lens of the 12 Dimensions of Culture. Each dimension offers a unique perspective on how we understand ourselves and others in a multicultural world. From defining growth strategies to navigating communication styles, understanding these dimensions can enhance your intercultural skills, building stronger relationships in both personal and professional settings.We start by unpacking the Growth dimension, discussing how different cultures approach development and teamwork. We also differentiate between universal and situational relationships, offering...2025-03-171h 06
Unlocking Cultural Agility with Marco BlankenburghCreating Agile OrganizationsAround 70% of most change initiatives are unsuccessful in organizations around the world. How can we create organizations that have the agility to successfully create real change? Join us as Marco Blankenburgh, International Director of KnowledgeWorkx, shares his insights into how agility has shifted from sports and military roots to a key component in business leadership and development. Together, Marco and Shelley explore the significance of collaborative cultures inspired by sports teams and military units, and the journey of agility's integration into business, especially in project management and software development, while tackling the real challenges of change management...2025-01-2947 min
Unlocking Cultural Agility with Marco BlankenburghNavigating Diversity Initiatives Globally | Part 2 with Linda BerlotWhat truly makes diversity initiatives succeed in today's complex global world?Join Marco Blankenburgh and Linda Berlot as they uncover the qualities of courage and cultural learning necessary for engaging in impactful intercultural dialogues. Their conversation navigates through the intricate layers of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, dissecting the global hurdles these face. The episode reveals why some DEIB efforts fall short and how giants like Microsoft are rethinking their strategies to heighten cultural adaptability, specifically in regards to relationship-centric and problem-centric cultural approaches.Cultural dynamics and intercultural relationships take center stage as...2024-11-241h 02
Unlocking Cultural Agility with Marco BlankenburghEnhancing Team Effectiveness Globally | Part 1 with Linda BerlotDiscover the secrets to applying cultural agility successfully on teams with our esteemed guest, Linda Berlot, whose 20 years of living in Dubai and working across various countries have uniquely positioned her to identify and bridge cultural differences. Linda's rich tapestry of experiences reveals how intercultural agility can transform team miscommunication into curiosity and mutual understanding, ultimately enhancing collaboration and effectiveness. Navigate the complexities of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in a global context with us. We contrast problem-centric and relationship-centric cultural approaches, shedding light on the challenges and strategies for fostering healthy organizational cultures. Embrace a cultural...2024-09-1655 min
Unlocking Cultural Agility with Marco BlankenburghBuilding a Thriving Family Culture with Andrew DoustHow do you create a thriving family culture amidst family tension and succession planning? Join us as we explore this pressing question with Andrew Doust, founder of Plenitude Partners. In this insightful episode, we uncover the intricate web of challenges and opportunities that wealthy families face in balancing relational and emotional dynamics amidst significant financial success. Andrew takes us through his transformative journey from working in a family office to focusing on the importance of strategic planning for family flourishing, underscoring the critical role of healthy communication and emotional intelligence.Dive deep into the heart of...2024-08-301h 04