Category Global Mindset

What Taking an Intercultural Competence Assessment Won’t Teach You

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Why You Need More Than Awareness to Lead in a Global ContextBy Dr. William E. Hamilton, Jr. Many professionals today are seeking to become more “culturally aware.” And while that’s a worthy start, awareness alone is not growth—and it’s certainly…

Blog Post: Why I Wrote Navigating Intercultural Competence

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By Dr. William E. Hamilton, Jr. Tired of Courses That Don’t Deliver? Here’s What You Deserve Instead. In over two decades of training, leading, and teaching across continents, I’ve seen a recurring challenge: courses that barely scratch the surface. Whether…

🌍 Navigating Intercultural Competence: Why This Book Matters Now More Than Ever

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By Dr. William E. Hamilton, Jr. In a world where borders are blurred by technology and diversity is woven into every fabric of society—from classrooms to boardrooms—our ability to understand, communicate, and collaborate across cultures has never been more critical.…

Integrating Intercultural Competence for Purposeful Learning

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Personal, Professional, Higher Education, and more In today’s interconnected world, intercultural competence (IC) isn’t just an aspirational goal—it’s a critical skill for professional success. However, integrating IC into teaching practices remains a challenge. Too often, our lessons focus solely on…

The Global Mindset: A Roadmap to Intercultural Competence in Business – Audio Book Chpt 2

Understanding Cultural Dimensions In today’s interconnected and multicultural business environment, understanding cultural dimensions is no longer optional—it’s essential for organizational success. Chapter 2 of my book, Understanding Cultural Dimensions, dives deep into the concepts of cultural dimensions and their application…

Building Voices That Resonate: The Journey to Culturally Diverse Text-to-Speech Models

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William E Hamilton Reading Black stories in Black voice to the young children of tomorrow. Credit: Envato. Creating an African-American voice model in Text-to-Speech (TTS) has been a journey in technical challenges and cultural representation. Working in TTS for my…

The Global Mindset: A Roadmap to Intercultural Competence in Business – Audio Book Chpt 9

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Training and Development for Intercultural Competence In today’s rapidly globalizing business landscape, intercultural competence has become more than just a buzzword—it’s a strategic imperative for organizations that aim to thrive. In Chapter 9 of my book, Training and Development for…

The Global Mindset: A Roadmap to Intercultural Competence in Business – Audio Book Chpt 7

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Cross-Cultural Leadership and Management Dive into the complexities of cross-cultural leadership and management—understanding individualism vs. collectivism, high-context vs. low-context communication, and the impact of power distance on decision-making. 📣 Listen to my audio excerpt to see how mastering these concepts…

Revolutionizing Language Learning Through Virtual Reality

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Using VR in the classroom. Photo licensed by Envato. In the rapidly evolving educational landscape, Virtual Reality (VR) stands out as a potentially transformative technology, especially in the field of language learning. This blog post explores how VR can revolutionize…

The Global Mindset: A Roadmap to Intercultural Competence in Business – Audio Book Chpt 5

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Adapting to Different Business Etiquette Dive into the nuances of business etiquette across cultures—communication styles, gift-giving, and dress codes—that can make or break your professional relationships.📣 Listen to my audio excerpt to see how mastering these skills can elevate your…

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Unlock the Full Potential of Your Diverse Workforce! Navigate the complexities of today’s global business environment with this essential guide on intercultural competence. “The Global Mindset: A Roadmap to Intercultural Competence in Business” offers practical strategies for fostering an inclusive…