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It's tempting to think that senior executives do not struggle with self-confidence issues. In fact more responsibility means more pressure.

Watch my brand new video on leadership across time zones or join my next free webinar on DISC-based leadership styles.

At this free webinar we'll discuss why people fail in culturally diverse teams & how they can turn cultural "mismatches" into opportunities.

Free webinar about why managers underestimate culture shock at both virtual and personal work, and how to prepare themselves better.

Chinese New Year advertising hits & misses by Adidas, Burberry, Coca-Cola, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Lancôme, LEGO, Nike, Watsons & more.

My 2023 podcast appearaances about my new book Dragon Suit, expats, coaching and writing. Watch or listen, and let me know what you think.

What is happening to China's expat community? What is the "next China"? How can managers deal with geopolitical interferences in business?

Tech tools promise efficiency by avoiding cultural nuances, but they can undermine the cultural agility of leaders, teams and companies.

psos Happiness 2023: China's inflated happiness score and why business leaders must understand it

An expat position is not just another promotion. Even seasoned executives will meet unexpected hurdles once they take their careers abroad.

Who is better prepared for today’s volatile and uncertain environment: European or Chinese managers?

Three common online negotiation situations where you are likely to fail for intercultural reasons.

Why, after a quarter century of involvement in China, do Western firms still get Chinese New Year Wrong? I see three principal reasons.

For an intercultural consultant, these two years have been like a goldmine full of carelessly placed dynamite.

What are the essential qualities for China CEOs according to author Dr Laurie Underwood, and why they will not be found in one person.

Respecting diverse opinions, temperaments and work styles is every professional team’s philosophy—until the first crisis comes along.

Anyone with a broadband access is a global problem-solver now. People support remote work, but connected meetings have built-in flaws.

There is no safe place to hide from culture, whatever the industry. Chinese investors approach financial risk differently from Swiss ones.

Global people skills aren’t optional any more—2019 made this message clear. Global business reached managers of tiny startups in Mumbai or m

Foreign experts and businesses in China are a discriminated minority and a privileged elite at the same time. Foreign-Invested enterprises a