Bridge the Culture Gaps

Finally a book on culture for the 21st century. For everyone wanting to successively navigate today's complexity and contribute to making a better and more inclusive world. * Toby Peyton-Jones OBE, former HR Director, Siemens UK & Northern Europe *

With his long experience of providing training around the world for a multinational company, Robert Gibson knows best how culture affects people's success in doing business both locally and globally.

* Marion Horstmann, former Corporate Vice President, Siemens *
A wealth of experience carefully condensed in a hands-on book which will be a day-to-day reference for leaders seeking to create value from diversity. * Markus Tacke, CEO, Oerlikon Surface Solutions *
Pioneering business interculturalist Robert Gibson is better qualified than most to help readers bridge the culture gaps. His many years as in-house intercultural consultant with one of Europe's most significant global players have given him a range of intercultural experience and insight unique in their breadth and richness. * Professor Peter Franklin, Konstanz University of Applied Sciences *

A brilliant, comprehensive overview of what it really takes to work effectively in our increasingly multi-cultural world. Thought-provoking and practical, it challenges conventional ideas and develops new approaches for all those engaged in cross-cultural business activities.

* Patrick Schmidt, former President, SIETAR Europa *
The exercises, tools and advice are ideal for use by members of diverse teams seeking to develop their global competence * Qing Hua Xing, former Vice President, Head of HR APAC Region, Osram *

Practical advice that could help a multicultural team to find the right formula and perform at its best

* Marcello Russo, Director of Global MBA, Bologna Business School *

The need to succeed working in international virtual teams while creating an inclusive work environment has become more important than ever. This practical guide is a great resource and inspiration for anybody who is working internationally or in diverse teams: provoking self-reflection, challenging assumptions and making important connections between neuroscience, culture and diversity.

* Christine Wirths, Founder and Managing Director, CultureWaves *
A timely bridge between culture and D&I issues. A comprehensive masterpiece from this inspiring interculturalist. * Vincent Merk, Senior Lecturer in Intercultural Management, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) *

Invaluable help to bridge the gaps in all post-merger integration projects where 'worlds are clashing' on all levels of business organizations

* Beate Bidjanbeg, former Director Center of Competence M&A Integration, Siemens *

A valuable guidebook for everyone engaged in any aspect of international business

* Tim Bookas, CEO, Breitenstein Consulting *

The perfect overview of intercultural issues both for those starting out in the field and also for more experienced practitioners

* Ian McMaster, Editor-in-Chief, Business Spotlight *