A natural human behavior might be leading you to make huge business mistakes We've all gone through it - that awkward moment when you've made an innocent assumption about something or someone and realized you were wrong. Ever congratulate someone on their pregnancy,...

This little-used communication tactic can save your next international business deal As an international business coach, I often advise clients on cross-cultural communication, including an aspect of communication that many Americans often neglect: silence. Recently,...

There are many ways to express "no" in Japanese culture, and saying the word "no" is not one of them Doing business on an international scale requires understanding that communication styles differ around the globe. You not only have to read between the lines when...

"Empowerment" can have the opposite effect on workers from Asian cultures The word "empowerment" is a popular business buzzword today. Empowering customers, empowering clients, empowering employees -- it's always a good thing, right? Well, when it comes to nuances...

4 Ways to Shed the 'Ugly American' Image and Succeed in Global Business These techniques will help you build trust with your international colleagues. By Maya Hu-Chan Leadership expert and executive coach@mayahuchan This article was originally published on Inc.com...

5 Ways to Avoid Awkward Mistakes When Doing Business Across Cultures In an increasingly global business environment, the words you use are more important than ever. By Maya Hu-Chan This article was originally published on Inc.com...