Elvis Aaron Presley-The King » Cheap College Jerseys Free Shipping

Going International and Learning about Cultural Diversity


This article relates to the Diversity in the Workplace Competency Gerald Everett Jersey , commonly evaluated in employee satisfaction surveys. This competency explores whether your organization provides understanding and supports interaction among diverse population groups while respecting individuals' personal values and ideas. Research shows that by fostering a climate where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, an organization can create a success-oriented, cooperative and caring work environment that draws intellectual strength and produces innovative solutions from the synergy of its people. All businesses can benefit from a diverse body of talent bringing fresh ideas, perspectives, and views to the workplace. However Todd Gurley II Jersey , a diverse workforce means that the managers within your organization must be capable of capitalizing on the mixture of genders, cultural backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles present in your staff to respond to business opportunities more rapidly and creatively.


This article, Going International and Learning about Cultural Diversity Aaron Donald Jersey , is part of AlphaMeasure's compilation, Tales from the Corporate Frontlines. It provides insight and advice for successful communication between employees from different countries and diverse cultural backgrounds.


Anonymous Submission


Our small company, which had previously done business only in the U.S.A., was recently purchased by a large organization with business units located around the world. The plans were laid for our integration into the new parent company, and our work methods and procedures changed substantially.


My coworkers and I found developing close working relationships with employees located in other countries and from different cultures to be a particularly challenging part of the transition. We were accustomed to most of our fellow employees residing in the same building Eric Dickerson Jersey , and now we were part of a team that stretched halfway around the world. Sometimes it was hard to understand that we were all part of the same workforce. We worked and learned about cultural diversity together, and have built strong partnerships over the past year. Modern technology links us all everyday - by phone, e-mail teleconferencing and for some, frequent international travel. Much of our learning was accomplished through trial and error, and we all made some mistakes that we laugh about and some that we are quite content to forget. Here are a few of the lessons we learned Cheap Rams Jerseys , offered in the hope that they may be helpful to others:


* Go slow- listen a lot, and get to know your new coworkers. Remember that it takes time to build strong business relationships - in any culture.


* Learn the culture - do a little research - it's easy to find out about customs involving titles, surnames, or status, and can save you the embarrassment of unnecessary social mistakes.


* Be sensitive - find out what cultural rules apply and be considerate enough to abide by them. Be careful in conversation Greg Gaines Game Jersey , and avoid non-business topics like politics, religion and humor, at least until you become better acquainted.


* Recognize differences - in attitudes and practices across cultures, especially when dealing with work issues like punctuality, scheduling Bobby Evans Game Jersey , and deadline flexibility.


If your business is going global on a large scale, your company might consider offering its employees a training program in workplace diversity or multicultural relations. Take advantage of these opportunities when offered, or suggest them to the appropriate people in your organization. Employee satisfaction surveys have shown that being well informed helps when deriving the maximum benefits in productivity and performance for the entire organization.


? 2005 AlphaMeasure, Inc. - All Rights Reserved


This article may be reprinted, provided it is published in its entirety David Long Game Jersey , includes the author bio information, and all links remain active.

America is trying to slowly wean itself off foreign oil dependency and efficient cars are quite in demand. Not only is it more affordable to drive an eco-conscious car but these vehicles also put out less pollution. Ford is stepping up by its new C-MAX hybrid. This auto is set to debut in late 2012 or early 2012 and will give the big players some serious competition. This vehicle is expected to be able to reach speeds of up to 47 mph on the electric motor alone. Travel any faster than that and the traditional motor will take over and give you an additional boost. That means that the C-MAX may be approaching the 50 mpg mark and giving the Prius, which is currently the top-selling hybrid in America, some serious competition.

Ford plants to build this car in its large assembly plant located in Wayne, Michigan. Ford is definitely being very environmentally friendly since the Michigan factory uses systems that are fueled with energy from the sun and it will use a blend of traditional energy and renewable energy. Most of the major auto makers purchase their batteries from other suppliers but Ford will make its own which will result in lower overhead costs which will be passed on to the consumer. The majority of hybrids for sale utilize Nimh batteries but the C-MAX will use lithium-ion batteries which are much lighter and smaller. The Prius is a vehicle that uses the Nimh style battery.

The auto will proudly boast a hybrid edge Darrell Henderson Game Jersey , headlamps with a blue tint and an Aston Martin style grille. The C-MAX's motor engine will be a V4 Atkinson-cycle. The C-MAX's powertrain will be similar to that of the 2011 Ford Fusion hybrid but an improved version with more power and versatility. Its powertrain enables the car to drive in electric mode up to certain speeds and have the traditional engine take over once the vehicle reaches a fast speed. Consumers will be able to select from two versions; the hybrid and plug-in hybrid (the C-MAX Energi). The plug-in version can be plugged i. Cheap Jerseys Wholesale Cheap Jerseys Wholesale Cheap College Jerseys Cheap NHL Hockey Jerseys Replica Soccer Jerseys Free Shipping Fake Replica NHL Jerseys Replica College Jerseys China Cheap Replica NBA Jerseys China Cheap Replica MLB Jerseys From China Cheap Replica Soccer Jerseys Shop