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Leadership in international teams
“Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” - Warren Bennis, American economist Leadership goes far beyond mere “management.” It is about vision, courage , and actively shaping the future —not only for oneself, but also for others. After all, leadership already starts , at the team level . It is where daily decisions are made and collaboration is practiced. Leadership is often underestimated, especially in international teams , even though this form of collaboration...
Veröffentlicht am 06. May 2025
Well prepared abroad - safety starts with knowledge
Whether travelling on business or on a long-term assignment abroad, it is crucial to be well informed and prepared in high-risk countries. The security situation can change quickly - making it all the more important to regularly check information, keep in touch with other expats and understand the cultural framework. Here we share three practical tips with you on how you can minimise potential risks - based on our experience from numerous security briefings with international specialists and...
Veröffentlicht am 24. Apr 2025
Negotiating with Empathy
Negotiating with empathy - a contradiction? Quite the opposite. If you want to make a difference in negotiations, you not only need good arguments, but also empathy. We experience this in many professional contexts: Relationships determine results. Listening is often more effective than speaking. Empathy creates clarity - especially in conflicts. What happens when we see negotiations not as a confrontation but as an opportunity for connection? How do conversations change when we actively...
Veröffentlicht am 24. Apr 2025
Prepared - and yet surprised: Aurora's launch in Germany
"I was prepared - but somehow everything turned out differently." One of the first thoughts Aurora Marconato has looking back on her start in Germany. A new challenge, a new country, new colleagues - everything was actually well prepared. But still: Uncertainty in social interactions. Small talk that felt strangely distant. Decisions that were made directly and quickly - without much context or subtle nuances. Back then, Aurora would have wished for: Intercultural training that not only...
Veröffentlicht am 23. Apr 2025
Cultural Insights: What Germany can learn from India – and vice versa
An Interview with our intercultural expert, Gurdatar Singh Bal India is booming! The country is currently the fifth-largest and one of the strongest economies in the world. Gurdatar Singh Bal, intercultural expert at ICUnet.Group, brings years of experience working with both German and Indian cultures. Throughout his career, he has successfully advised numerous CEOs of prominent companies. Gurdatar Singh Bal was born in 1967 in Butala, India. After completing his Bachelor's degree in...
Veröffentlicht am 24. Nov 2024
Completion Stay with a group of female managers from South Africa successfully completed
In an era of global networking, the BMWK's Manager Training Programme emphasises the importance of intercultural cooperation. This programme, an initiative of GIZ and ICUnet.Group, promoted cooperation between South African female entrepreneurs and German business partners. The 'Completion Stay Days' not only generated new B2B contacts, but also innovative business ideas that emphasise diversity and collaboration. This article highlights these ground-breaking events.
Veröffentlicht am 13. Jul 2022
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