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When Does Disagreement Make a Team Stronger?

Harald Kruithof

When Does Disagreement Make a Team Stronger?

Imagine a team discussing an important proposal. The discussion is going well until one colleague openly challenges the idea. They question some of the assumptions, point out possible weaknesses and s...

Diversity & Inclusion Inclusive Leadership Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership International Teams Organizational Culture Psychological Safety Trust Building

10 Sept 2026

Is Showing Emotion at Work Professional?

Harald Kruithof

Is Showing Emotion at Work Professional?

Imagine two colleagues sitting in a meeting discussing a difficult problem. One of them reacts visibly. Their voice becomes more animated, they express frustration about what has happened and they mak...

Communication Styles Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership International Teams Organizational Culture Psychological Safety Team Dynamics

6 Aug 2026

Whose Interests Come First?

Harald Kruithof

Whose Interests Come First?

Imagine that someone in your team is offered an opportunity that would be very valuable for their own development. It could mean taking on an interesting project, attending an international programme ...

Inclusive Leadership Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership Organizational Culture Psychological Safety Trust Building

28 May 2026

When Is It Safe Enough to Move Forward?

Harald Kruithof

When Is It Safe Enough to Move Forward?

Imagine that your team has identified a promising new approach. It could improve the way you work, save time or open up a new opportunity. You have enough information to see the potential, but you do ...

Cultural Differences Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership International Teams Organizational Culture Psychological Safety Trust Building

14 May 2026

When Does a Professional Relationship Become a Good Relationship?

Harald Kruithof

When Does a Professional Relationship Become a Good Relationship?

Imagine meeting a new business partner for the first time. You exchange greetings and sit down for the meeting. One person opens the laptop and goes straight to the agenda. There is a lot to discuss, ...

Communication Styles Cultural Awareness Cultural Differences Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Communication International Teams Organizational Culture Trust Building

30 Apr 2026

What Does Good Leadership Look Like?

Harald Kruithof

What Does Good Leadership Look Like?

Imagine a manager who starts a meeting by asking everyone for their opinion. The manager openly shares their own thinking, invites people to challenge assumptions and makes it clear that disagreement ...

Cultural Dimensions Inclusive Leadership Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership International Teams Organizational Culture Psychological Safety

9 Apr 2026

What Does Being On Time Mean?

Harald Kruithof

What Does Being On Time Mean?

Imagine that you have an important meeting at ten o'clock. You leave in good time because you have every intention of arriving on time. On the way, however, you meet a colleague or business contact yo...

Cultural Awareness Cultural Dimensions Cultural Profiler Intercultural Communication Organizational Culture

26 Mar 2026