Decoding cross-cultural communication with Erin Meyer
ReThinking
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Bridging Cultural Communication Gaps
This chapter explores the intricacies of cross-cultural communication through personal anecdotes and reflections on significant misunderstandings encountered during a book tour in Japan. It highlights the stark differences in communication styles, particularly between individualistic and collectivistic societies, as well as how historical migration patterns shape emotional expressiveness. Strategies are suggested to facilitate balanced communication in multicultural settings, emphasizing the importance of adapting one's style to foster understanding and collaboration.
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