As globalization continues to gain speed and strength, the "one-size- fits" approach to leadership is no longer sufficient to effectively engage an increasingly diverse, multicultural, and international array of stakeholders. More than ever before, the capacity to manage and leverage cultural differences is becoming an increasingly important skill for individuals at all levels of the organization and especially at the managerial and senior leadership level. Drawing from the growing body of research in cognitive, social, and cultural neuroscience, the presentation will introduce a framework for understanding cultural differences by focusing on core cultural dimensions that drive behavior in cross-cultural collaboration. Understanding these dimensions is critical to understanding why the most consistent underlying source of conflict In culturally diverse teams is linked to perceived “dignity violations” and the role dignity plays in shaping how individuals from different cultures approach delegating, making decisions, reaching agreements, giving feedback, and resolving conflict. You will gain fresh insights to help you examine your culturally learned assumptions about leadership and practical strategies to adapt your communication and leadership styles to the needs and demands of culturally diverse stakeholders.

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Learning Objectives:

•  Recognize the challenges of leading in a cross-cultural environment and gain a better understanding of

the essential leadership skills for leading culturally diverse teams and stakeholders

• Understand how culture shapes our definition of dignity and respect and the implications for engaging

culturally diverse teams and stakeholders

• Gain practical strategies for how to adapt your communication and leadership styles to the needs and

demands of culturally diverse teams and stakeholders