This HBR article highlights some great areas of research and raises some interesting points when it comes to our perceptions of how diversity impacts performance. It resonates with a lot of the conversations I have with clients about both gender and cultural diversity in their organisations. “Working on diverse teams produces better outcomes precisely becauseContinue reading “Yup, diversity might be tough…but it is worth it.”
Category Archives: Cross-cultural communication
Presentation Zen in practice
In mid June, my husband received a phone call from the 6th grade teacher at our daughter’s school. “Shinkai san, do you think your wife would be able to make a presentation about england to the 5th and 6th graders on the day before the summer holidays? With the Rio Olympics coming up, theContinue reading “Presentation Zen in practice”
Meat Day?
A few weeks ago I had an “only in Japan” moment. I met with my tax accountant (Mori san – she’s great!) to discuss the best timing to submit the documents for my business entity. Me: I’d like to submit the paperwork on a taian… Accountant: Of course! And are there any memorable dates comingContinue reading “Meat Day?”