Can Cultural Similarities Lead to Cultural Difficulties. A Case Study
Even with cultural similarities, cultures can still have cultural difficulties [4-min read] In this case study, I want to illustrate a project I've done recently in Ecuador, South America with a petrochemical company involving Ecuadorians and Chinese. This happened a...
The Importance of Employee Motivation
The Importance of Employee Motivation With this infographic, I want to illustrate the importance of employee motivation and what you can do about it by giving you data-driven tips on how to do this. Running your own business can be extremely rewarding when you get to...
Universal Basic Income & its Cultural Contradictions
Universal Basic Income and its Cultural Contradictions In this article, I will cover the following topics: What is Universal Basic Income? How did Finland experiment with it? What is the Cultural Profile of Finland? What are the contradictions with this profile...
Black Friday Around the World
Black Friday Black Friday. The day that the shops finally turn from red numbers in sales to black (=positive) numbers in sales. Profits should be on the way after this day in November. This originally American initiative has spread to other countries in the world. All...
How is Tourism Affecting Translation
How is Tourism Affecting Translation Nowadays, communication is essential for our daily life. Being able to communicate appropriately is beneficial to anyone, especially when it comes to the world of tourism. Of course, when it comes to a tourist traveling...
Doing Business in China; Five Things You MUST Understand
Doing Business in China and Working With Chinese [4-min read] Question: How to do business with the Chinese? Answer: Respect the hierarchy and don't jump "rank" (skipping a layer of hierarchy) Loss of face is real. Be careful to single out an individual when working...
Travel and Culture; Cultural Awareness for the Travel Industry
Travel and culture. Do They Go Hand in Hand? [4-min read] The obvious answer would be yes. Or rather should be yes. Watch (part of) this 5 min. video. It's a bit stereotypical but at the core it's correct: This Came Out of a Management Survey of One of the Biggest...
Cultural Diversity Case Study
Cultural Diversity Case Study This Cultural diversity case study describes the impact that cultural differences can have on a large multinational (travel) organization. It also covers the effect that cultural competence training can have to, ultimately, save time and...
Impact of Brexit on UK Business
What is the Impact of Brexit on Business for the UK? [4-mins read] How Does Brexit Affect Business? Two questions; Many answers... This article will look at the cultural implications, considerations, opportunities, and impact of Brexit on UK business. Key Takeaways...
