Cultural Training
Culture is like an iceberg. Physical appearance, food, language, and all of the things that are apparent in daily interaction with others are like the part above the water. The beliefs, attitudes, values and perceptions that someone holds are like the part below the water. Culture is a learned human behavior that is inherited from our ancestors. It is the hidden pattern of human relations, expressions, and viewpoints that people in one culture share. These hidden aspects of culture, also called protocol, often create cross-cultural difficulties, because they have significant effects on your behavior and how you interact with others.
Interpersonal relationships are social associations, interactions, or contacts between two or more people, who may see each other face to face or only know each other through email or chat. The interactions that define an interpersonal relationship can be observable and explicit, such as dialogue or nonverbal communication (body language). As a former UN staff member and an Leadership Trainer, I have vast experience dealing with people of every background in the world. Teaching nonverbal communication helps my clients effortlessly transition from one culture to another. Because nonverbal communication is culturally determined, it is very important to learn the new culture as soon as possible.
Nonverbal communication is language without words. It is eye contact, clothing, space and distance, touch and time. It is multi-channeled, it is unconscious, and it is learned through imitation. More than 85% of our communication is nonverbal!!! Its function is to complement, regulate, substitute, and accent verbal communication. Open and frank dialogue is a prerequisite for our relationship to flourish and for you to excel in your interpersonal relationships.
Immigration
As an immigrant myself, I understand that it is not simple to find fulfillment in your new environment. So many things are different. People act and react differently. You want to understand what's happening, but somehow don't find the information you need. You are motivated to be successful in your new home or job, but becoming a local is not an easy task.
These are natural concerns that all immigrants have, no matter where they're from or where they go. I've been there and I know exactly how it feels. I'll help you fit into unfamiliar places and adapt to new cultures, and I'll position you toward a more fulfilling experience in your new home. Talk to me! Give me a call.