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"I noticed fast the improvement in my speaking English after working with you for several sessions. I now feel comfortable talking to people not only in person, but also over the phone. I also gave a presentation last week, and everyone who came really liked the way I spoke and very importantly, they all understood me. Thanks very much for your help."
Lian Zhang, Intel, August 2005
Lian Zhang, Intel, August 2005
Understanding US Culture — Expectations vs. Reality
If you would like to be sure you're reading people around you correctly, want your assumptions about social and business life to be accurate, this custom-made Diversity Training class is for you. The cultural emphasis of this class is currently based on a Silicon Valley model.
Diversity Training Programs will:
- point out major differences between US culture and other cultures residing here
- give you quick insights on how to relate to people around you and develop Intercultural Communications expertise
- make you aware of topics to avoid
- show you what to expect from meetings - social and business
- point out US humor and which sources to consult to prepare to participate in every day conversations and communication styles
Classes cover:
- understanding mainstream cultures and their particular communications styles
- recognizing body language and adapting to it
- developing relevant "small talk"
- understanding social networks versus business networks
- understanding the importance of volunteering in the US
- analyzing team structures for the four necessary social styles:
- driver — expressive
- amiable — analytic
