More and more leaders have to be careful when managing people from many different cultures and backgrounds. It is easy to make mistakes because we do not always understand the why, how, and who of the people on our team.
 

In this world of immigration, refugees, demographic changes, and complex identities the workplace requires us to consider how we navigate all these differences and changes while effectively and efficiently managing our teams. Understanding differences, honoring other people's cultures, and embracing that the world is constantly changing is a critical component of good leadership.
 

This will help you in bringing out the best in both the individuals on your team and the team as a whole. The better you understand people, the better your leadership will be, and you will make better decisions for your organization.

Á námskeiðinu er fjallað um

• Culture and diversity.
• Collaboration and honesty.
• Respect and appreciation.
• How to be creative in analysing and evaluating team dynamics.

Ávinningur þinn

• Understanding cultural differences.
• Knowing how to communicate effectively.
• Being able to negotiate the Intercultural elements of the workplace.
• Appreciating that differences are strength.

Fyrir hverja

Managers and leaders who have teams from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Nánar um kennara

Dr. Arni Thor Arnthorsson is a native of Iceland. He has a Ph.D. in Marketing and Business Administration. Dr. Arnthorsson has worked in several countries in his more than 30 years in Higher education, both as a professor and as an administrator. He has been in leadership roles and done much teaching in the areas of multiculture, diversity, and leadership. 
His latest leadership role was in Afghanistan where he was able to lead more than 300 students out of Afghanistan to continue their education. 

His experience has given him a unique perspective with students from over 100 countries, and exposure to many different cultures in Europe, North America, South and Central America, and Asia.