Cross-Cultural Communication 30-Day Challenge – Get Extreme With Clarity
Clarity In Cross-Cultural Communication Tip 2
Do not be fooled into thinking that listening is a passive activity. It may appear to to so when compared to speaking skills and writing skills. But listening is the element that counts the most in cross-cultural communication. Here is today’s tip:
Focus on what is said with words, body language, flow of conversation… and also what is not said.
Listening fully inside a cross-cultural conversation takes practice. It can even be physically tiring, especially if you are speaking in a foreign language. This is why it is always a good practice to concentrate on improving your listening skills with each cross-cultural encounter… your relationships with others will become stronger.
Use this tip as a starting point. Think about what this means to you. Not sure what you think about this? There are a few links below to some suggested reading to get you started. Follow each of these tips this month and you will improve your cultural skills.
Further Suggested Reading & Viewing
- Focus On Your Cultural Communication
- Multicultural Marketing And Colors
- Customizing Content For Your Clients
Get All Cross-Cultural Communication Tips:
- Read more about all of the 2009 Cross-Cultural Communication Challenges
- Cross Cultural Communication Challenge 1 – Expand Your Mindset
- Cross Cultural Communication Challenge 2 – Get Extreme With Clarity
- Cross Cultural Communication Challenge 3 – Build Trust
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