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Inclusive Leadership vs Intercultural Leadership:

Harald Kruithof

Inclusive Leadership vs Intercultural Leadership:

Perhaps the real question is not which type of leadership organisations need, but which capabilities leaders need to develop. A New Leadership Model Every Few Years? Organisations are becoming increas...

Diversity & Inclusion Inclusive Leadership Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership Organizational Culture Psychological Safety

2 Jul 2026 Intercultural leadership

Connecting Through Change

Harald Kruithof

Connecting Through Change

Organisations are constantly evolving. Teams change, workloads increase, and expectations shift. In this context, collaboration becomes both more important and more challenging. At Rijkswaterstaat, th...

Diversity & Inclusion Inclusive Leadership Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership Organizational Culture Psychological Safety Team Dynamics

4 Jun 2026

Why collaboration in international teams is often more complex than it seems

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 Intercultural collaboration

Why DEI strengthens organisations

Harald Kruithof

Why DEI strengthens organisations

Why DEI directly impacts performance In many organisations, DEI is still treated as an initiative—something additional, often driven by good intentions. In reality, it is something far more fundamenta...

Diversity & Inclusion Organizational Culture Team Dynamics

23 Apr 2026 Organisational culture

What is DEI?

Harald Kruithof

What is DEI?

Why DEI is more than a buzzword Diversity and Inclusion, D&I, DEI—these terms are everywhere. Many organisations invest in policies, initiatives, and programs aimed at building more inclusive workplac...

Diversity & Inclusion Inclusive Leadership Organizational Culture

27 Nov 2025 Organisational culture

From communication skills to meaningful dialogue and stronger intercultural collaboration

Harald Kruithof

From communication skills to meaningful dialogue and stronger intercultural collaboration

Many organisations invest heavily in culture change. New core values are introduced, teams attend workshops, and employees are encouraged to “collaborate differently.” Yet one question often remains u...

Cultural Awareness Culture Change Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Leadership Organizational Culture Psychological Safety Team Dynamics

23 Oct 2025

Intercultural collaboration as a foundation for sustainable integration in the energy sector

Harald Kruithof

Intercultural collaboration as a foundation for sustainable integration in the energy sector

The energy transition is creating a growing demand for skilled professionals. At the same time, many refugees and status holders are eager to build a future and meaningful career in the Netherlands. T...

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

4 Sept 2025

Strengthening team dynamics through cultural awareness

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...

Cultural Awareness Intercultural Collaboration Intercultural Communication Organizational Culture Team Dynamics

19 Jun 2025

International recruitment

Harald Kruithof

International recruitment

Why international recruitment often falls short of expectations More and more organisations are hiring talent across borders. The reasons are clear: access to a broader talent pool, international expe...

Diversity & Inclusion International Teams Organizational Culture

28 Nov 2024 Organisational culture