Harald Kruithof Why collaboration in international teams is often more complex than it seems Collaboration is a priority in many organisations. Teams meet regularly, align continuously, and invest heavily in communication. Yet in international teams, something often still feels difficult. Not... Communication Styles Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership International Teams Organizational Culture Team Dynamics 12 May 2026
Harald Kruithof Culture and personal space Why personal space matters more than we think In international teams, people don’t just collaborate differently—they also relate to space differently. This becomes visible in small, everyday moments. ... Communication Styles Cultural Differences Intercultural Collaboration 19 Mar 2026 Country and regional culture
Harald Kruithof Intercultural collaboration between the Netherlands and Belgium Why working with Belgian colleagues offers more than you might expect The Netherlands and Belgium share a border, a language, and strong economic ties. At first glance, collaboration seems straightfor... Communication Styles Cultural Differences Intercultural Collaboration 11 Sept 2025 Country and regional culture
Harald Kruithof Strengthening team dynamics through cultural awareness Context: collaboration in a growing team Eres Relocation operates in an international environment where collaboration, communication, and adaptability are key. As teams grow and evolve, maintaining st... Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Communication Organizational Culture Team Dynamics 19 Jun 2025 Case studies
Harald Kruithof Why intercultural collaboration doesn’t happen automatically Why collaboration in international teams is not as straightforward as it seems You have a team of capable, motivated professionals. Everyone is working toward shared goals, deadlines are met, and on p... Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Communication Psychological Safety Team Dynamics 6 Feb 2025
Harald Kruithof Creating connection in a diverse workplace Context: building an inclusive workplace IKEA is a global organization with a strong commitment to inclusion. In the Netherlands, this commitment takes shape through initiatives that support people wi... Communication Styles Diversity & Inclusion Intercultural Collaboration International Teams 17 Sept 2024 Case studies
Harald Kruithof Rules versus context in intercultural collaboration Why “logical” differences create friction Imagine two professionals discussing a situation where a rule doesn’t quite seem to fit. One focuses on what the rule says. The other considers the intention ... Communication Styles Cultural Differences Intercultural Collaboration 12 Sept 2024 Country and regional culture
Harald Kruithof Intercultural collaboration Why these terms matter Multicultural, cross-cultural, intercultural—these terms are often used interchangeably. At first glance, they may seem similar, but in practice, the differences are significant... Cultural Differences Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Communication 14 Mar 2024
Harald Kruithof From awareness to action Context: working towards inclusive collaboration Rijkswaterstaat plays a central role in the Dutch public sector, with teams working on complex societal challenges. Within this context, diversity and ... Diversity & Inclusion Inclusive Leadership Intercultural Collaboration Team Dynamics 26 Feb 2024 Case studies
