Webinar: A Cultural Guide to Management: Insights from the Global Report

A Cultural Guide to Management: Insights from the Global Report

Webinar

Explore how cultural differences impact employee needs and expectations.

online

July 16 - 16:00 EEST

open to all

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Webinar key takeaways

The webinar was a comprehensive exploration of how culture impacts leadership, decision-making, and other critical aspects of the workplace.

Egbert Schram, Group CEO of The Culture Factor Group, led a detailed discussion on the necessity of understanding and adapting to diverse cultural contexts within global organisations. Key topics included the effect of cultural differences on team building and customer service, as well as the unique challenges faced by multinational companies.

One of the main highlights was the presentation of the Global Report, which underscored the importance of training project teams, building cultural intelligence, and anticipating potential cultural incidents. The panel (see below) provided valuable insights and shared practical experiences from their respective fields.

Key next steps recommended during the webinar include:

Conducting cultural awareness training for all team members before starting cross-cultural projects.
Integrating cultural intelligence development into leadership training programs.
Project managers proactively clarifying expectations and agreeing on common working practices across diverse stakeholder groups.
Performing cultural assessments prior to mergers, acquisitions, or major international projects.
Leadership teams prioritising work-life balance initiatives, even when not mandated by local laws.
HR departments reviewing and adapting job descriptions and competency models to account for cultural differences in leadership styles.

To dive deeper into these insights, we encourage you to explore the Global Report available on our website. Whether you prefer reading online, downloading the PDF for later, or listening to the audio version for on-the-go learning, the report offers valuable guidance for navigating cultural differences in the workplace.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out.

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Due to a technical glitch the original recording is unfortunately unavailable. Egbert Schram, our host, has re-recorded the first part of the webinar presenting the results.

If you have any questions on the report please do reach out we will set up a call with an expert for you.

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About the webinar

This interactive webinar will walk you through the key findings of our latest report, "A Cultural Guide to Management: Insights from the Global Report". We'll explore how cultural values influence workplace dynamics across the globe, focusing on areas like decision-making, leadership styles, work-life balance, and employee motivation.

Whether you are a leader striving to enhance team performance or an HR professional aiming to foster a more engaging and inclusive workplace, join us to gain actionable insights on how national culture impacts key workplace dynamics including decision-making processes, leadership styles, work-life balance, clarity in communication, and motivational drivers.

We will also address real-time queries from the audience, offering personalised advice and strategies to overcome cultural challenges in your specific context.

Programme

16:00
Introduction & Welcome

16:05
Key Findings and Insights from the Global Report 2024

16:15
Deep Dive into Cultural Impact on Leadership and Decision-Making

16:25
Strategies for Implementing Findings: Adapting Leadership

16:35
Q&A Session: Addressing Audience Questions

Egbert Schram

Group CEO, The Culture Factor Group

Egbert Schram is an experienced business leader and the CEO of The Culture Factor Group.

With a strong background in International Business and International Management, he specialises in cultural and strategic change projects.

He works effectively with diverse multinational and cross-functional teams, focusing on aligning organisational culture with business strategy to boost corporate performance.

Egbert specialises in creating hands-on solutions for the world's largest organisations, helping them align culture and strategy.

Christi Degen

Managing Director, The Culture Factor DACH

Christi Degen is a seasoned consultant with a strong focus on International Business and International Organisations.

Leading her consultancy, she adeptly applies her lifelong experience to boost organisational effectiveness and manage cross-cultural teams.

Christi excels in delivering targeted workshops and personal coaching for international managers, aiding global companies in navigating complex multicultural environments.

Alex Gallacher

Managing Director, The Culture Factor Canada

Alex Gallacher, based in the Toronto area, brings comprehensive expertise in Organizational Culture and Intercultural Management to numerous clients, domestic and international.

With experience ranging from tech start-ups to financial institutions, Alex drives continuous improvement in organizational effectiveness, sustainability, and good governance.

Committed to lifelong learning, he also teaches at prestigious universities and has coached youth hockey, emphasizing teamwork and self-discipline.

Susan Wachira-Nyika

Associated Practitioner The Culture Factor, Founder of Transmitio llc.

Susan Wachira-Nyika is an experienced IT and culture consultant, founder of Transmitio LLC, specialising in data governance and cultural transformation.

With a robust background in software solution delivery across banking and government sectors, Susan integrates Organisational Culture with IT management to enhance strategic outcomes.

Certified in various cultural adaptability assessments, she conducts culture training and workshops globally and is a prominent speaker at international conferences.

Jaime Ong-Yeoh

Associated Practitioner The Culture Factor

Jaime is an experienced change management consultant with a focus on managing and driving cultural change. She has worked with multinational clients from the UK, US, Europe, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Australia, helping them to build unique organisational cultures that align with their strategic goals.

Joining The Culture Factor Group as an Associated Practitioner in 2017, Jaime has supported clients like national energy companies, a technology service provider, and a global maritime solutions provider. She started her career at Accenture, followed by internal and external consultancy roles with industry leaders such as BP and BASF.

Jaime holds a Masters in Managerial Psychology and is certified in Intercultural Management and Organisational Culture. She is also training to become a certified coach with IASTI and ICF.