by Jamie | Aug 8, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
Language is often a window into culture. But, it’s easy to fall into the intercultural trap of believing that shared language equals shared meaning, similar cultural values, or even a high level of professional competency. The nuances of English to English...
by Jamie | Jun 6, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
The vibrancy of Indian culture and people is a treat for all your senses! India may be well known for the Taj Mahal, the beaches of Goa, or even the Ayurveda retreats in Kerala. But did you know you can find a tropical paradise in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands? Or...
by Jamie | May 9, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
Although many countries celebrate Mother’s Day in May, the holiday takes place throughout the year around the globe. From the second Sunday in February (Norway) to the last Sunday in November (Russia), it’s once again safe to say that, yes,...
by Jamie | Apr 11, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
“Being heard is so close to being loved that for the average person, they are almost indistinguishable.”― David W. Augsburger How well do you truly listen? We spend a good deal of time helping you use your words to communicate more effectively across cultures. For...
by Jamie | Mar 30, 2019 | Quizzes
Africa is a continent of extraordinary diversity, home to 54 countries and over 2,000 languages. From the vast Sahara Desert to the lush Congo Rainforest, Africa’s geographic variety is stunning. The continent is also home to many significant UNESCO World Heritage...
by Jamie | Mar 14, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
“Le langage est source de malentendus.” (Language is a source of misunderstanding.) ― Antoine de Saint-Exupéry A recent message from a contact gave pause when it started with the 👋 emoji. While research showed that it is usually intended to say “hello” or “goodbye”,...
by Jamie | Feb 14, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
There are many more than 10 reasons to love Canada! If you’re geographically challenged though and looking for a way to remember a little bit about the culture of each of Canada’s 10 provinces, we’d love to suggest this handy metaphor from a little...
by Jamie | Feb 11, 2019 | Quizzes
Australia is considered to be the oldest landmass on earth. Only the English saw value in colonizing the land. However, the Portuguese, Dutch, Spanish, Indonesians, and Chinese who arrived did not. This is a culture where regional differences are not as marked as in...
by Jamie | Feb 7, 2019 | Quizzes
For many, September sparks images of sharpened pencils, fresh notebooks, and packed lunches. But around the world, the start of school looks very different, revealing how deeply education and culture are interwoven. From academic calendars to first-day rituals, every...
by Jamie | Jan 31, 2019 | Quizzes
Bastille Day is the national holiday of France. It commemorates the storming of the Bastille Saint-Antoine prison in Paris on July 14, 1789. For years, the building housed many political prisoners arrested by direct order of the king. However, by the late 18th century...
