Culture-smart collaboration

For honours+ students only

In Honours+, you already experience what it’s like to work in a diverse, international team but have you stopped to reflect on what really happens when people with different cultural backgrounds, habits, and assumptions come together? Why does one teammate seem so direct while another avoids giving critical feedback? Why do some prefer consensus while others push for quick decisions? And how do you make sure your own communication style doesn’t unintentionally alienate or confuse others?

This workshop will help you develop a deeper understanding of how cultural differences influence communication, trust, decision-making, feedback, and teamwork. You will reflect on your own preferences, learn to recognise where others may approach situations differently, and practice strategies for bridging those differences effectively and respectfully.

In today’s global job market, intercultural competence is not just a valuable skill. It is essential for building trust, resolving conflict, and achieving results in diverse teams.

What you will take away from this session:

Insight into the most common cultural differences in communication, teamwork, and leadership;
Awareness of your own tendencies and how they impact others;
Practical techniques to navigate misunderstandings and work effectively across cultures;