Three Ways to Get Better at Understanding Others’ Cultural Values
Understanding the cultural values of others is a professional superpower for building strong relationships and fostering effective communication. myGiide.com provides practical strategies for enhancing your ability to understand and respect cultural differences.
The One Skill Employers Are Desperate For – And How You Can Prove You Have It
Adaptability was named by LinkedIn as one of the most in-demand skills by recruiters. Applicants with adaptability can thrive in dynamic, complex, and ambiguous environments. They are comfortable with change and are resilient in volatile and uncertain situations. Do you have adaptability? Check out myGiide to find out. While you’re there, you can learn some ways to build this in-demand skill. When detailing your work history, focus on experiences where you had to adjust to new roles, responsibilities, or environments. Describe specific situations where you successfully navigated change, emphasizing the positive outcomes. For example: “In my previous role, I was part of a team that underwent a major restructuring. I quickly adapted to new workflows and contributed to developing streamlined processes that improved efficiency by 20%.
Is global mobility dead?
The answer is “it depends”. For global mobility functions still focused on traditional long-term moves, their scope and influence are rapidly decreasing. However, the opposite is true for global mobility functions transforming into a strategic partner in talent management.One, global mobility professionals need to focus on attracting and retaining talent. This is different from the relocation skills once needed.Two, global mobility professionals need to embed cultural adaptability into the entire workforce. This is different from the focus on cultural skills for only those who were relocating. Three, global mobility professionals need to focus on strategic global talent management. This is different from the past when the function was more focused on administrative tasks.