Tag: Cross-cultural business

  • Tips on How to Crush any SXSW Mentoring Session

    Tips on How to Crush any SXSW Mentoring Session

    “If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants.”                                                                                            ~Isaac Newton Mentorship involves acting as a trusted advisor to provide insight, wisdom and advice to help others succeed personally and professionally. A mentor may be a colleague, coach, international business expert, relative, or friend. They lend their wisdom…

  • 5 Things to Know About Women on Corporate Boards

    5 Things to Know About Women on Corporate Boards

    Are you ready to discover if board service is right for you? Are you ready to commit to taking steps to make that a reality? In January 2019, twelve women started Austin’s first Board Readiness Mastermind: A 12-month program for taking concrete steps toward board service. This Mastermind is organized by 2020 Women on Boards…

  • International Women’s Day 2019

    International Women’s Day 2019

      March is a month that is jam-packed with appreciation for women, both nationally and internationally. Friday March 8, 2019 is the internationally recognized holiday known as Women’s Day. Despite what some may think, this holiday is no fad; in fact, Women’s Day is a globally recognized holiday that has been celebrated for over a…

  • 3 Ways to Participate in Women’s History Month

    3 Ways to Participate in Women’s History Month

                          As a board member of both the Global Thinkers Forum and Athena40, I am passionate about sharing the message of accountable leadership, women’s empowerment, and youth development. In light of the #MeToo Movement women’s history is undergoing dramatic change on a global scale. Historically,…

  • Understanding Intercultural Competence and Uncertainty Reduction

    Understanding Intercultural Competence and Uncertainty Reduction

    This 3-part blog series is a book review of Dr. Alex Matveev’s excellent book  Intercultural Competence in Organizations. Alex and I met during SIETAR USA in 2017 where we were featured as published authors. We immediately felt a Central-Eastern European bond since he is Russian and I’m part Czech. I ordered his book Intercultural Competence…

  • 4 Tips on Mastering Neighborly Etiquette in a Tech Society

    4 Tips on Mastering Neighborly Etiquette in a Tech Society

     Every society sets expectations and has “social norms.” In society, can chose to follow certain rules or guidelines if we seek to enjoy a positive and comfortable relationship with others. These societal rules are absorbed and learned almost naturally from the people who surround us. In the 21st century, societal communication has changed due to…

  • Introducing Intercultural Competence

    Introducing Intercultural Competence

    This 3-part blog series is a book review of Dr. Alex Matveev’s excellent book  Intercultural Competence in Organizations. Alex and I met during SIETAR USA in 2017 where we were featured as published authors. We immediately felt a Central-Eastern European bond since he is Russian and I’m part Czech. I ordered his book Intercultural Competence…

  • 7 Dining Etiquette Tips to Master a Business Meal

    7 Dining Etiquette Tips to Master a Business Meal

     Proper dining technique is an important executive skill that demonstrates modern manners. These skills make a meal more enjoyable for everyone. For individuals seeking to make a good impression at a business meal, here are 7 tips to wow your boss, gain confidence, and slay the meal-time business meetings that cross your path. The Formal…

  • How to Build a Cross-Cultural Career: 8 Tips from an Attorney Turned Coach

    How to Build a Cross-Cultural Career: 8 Tips from an Attorney Turned Coach

     In 2018 I was selected to be a SXSW mentor for International Business. Once the potential mentees signed up for their sessions, I contacted them via the SXSocial App and LinkedIn to inquire about their questions since preparing in advance and bringing value were crucial. More than 50% of the mentees asked “How did you…

  • 4 Tips for Clean Out Your Inbox Week Don’t be a hoarder! Just get your Inbox in Order

    4 Tips for Clean Out Your Inbox Week Don’t be a hoarder! Just get your Inbox in Order

     From Google Calendar reminders to weekly newsletters from your favorite local eateries, to spam disguised as personal email, our inboxes can be overrun by unnecessary mail that can bury important or time-sensitive messages. If your inbox is flooded with superfluous spam or unwanted updates, you’re not alone: the average number of email sent and received…