Cultural Differences

Global Dexterity by Andy Molinsky is an influential book on working with different cultures and what it means to be a global worker and a true “citizen of the world” today. As the world is more globalised, the workplace is transforming. Many people from different countries are represented in the workplace. McKinsey Global Institute reports that the number of people in the global labor force will reach 3.5 billion by 2030. While it will be necessary for people to work with technology, there is a growing need for people to develop specialized skills for how they interact with each other. More and more businesses worldwide will look for people who can bolster relationships across many cultures. I believe what makes or breaks your career is your ability to develop cultural intelligence and customize your behaviors.

Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School. His research and writing has been featured in Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review. With more than a decade of research, teaching, and consulting with executives around the world, Andy’s book — Global Dexterity — offers several ways to crack cultural codes, learn the zone of appropriateness and adapt your behaviors. The book includes multiple scenarios that professionals can face when working with new cultures. Readers can also find techniques to learn new cultures without losing their identity from Andy’s book. I use this book as a reference I visit often to further my understanding on different norms and cultures. If you are looking for a holiday gift for someone or even for yourself, Global Dexterity by Andy Molinsky might just be a good and meaningful gift. Happy reading during the holidays!