Developing cross cultural communication skills

How can cross-cultural competence be developed?

How do I become culturally competent?

How do people develop cross-cultural communication skill?

Developing effective cross-cultural communication skills starts with being aware of how our own culture frames our thinking.
Once you know your biases, you can start recognizing and adapting your perceptions and behaviors.
You need curiosity and emotional intelligence to become adaptive and sensitive to cultures..

What are cross culture skills?

Cross-cultural skills demonstrated through the ability to communicate with respect; recognize others' values, accept knowledge, skills, and talents; and tolerate, engage, and celebrate the success of others..

What does developing competence in cross-cultural communication require?

(Formerly "Mastering Cross-Cultural Communication")
Mastering cultural competence - managing, communicating, collaborating, and influencing across cultures - requires insight into and understanding of differences in values, assumptions, expectations, verbal and nonverbal communication, and behavioral styles..

Why is it important to develop skills to communicate across cultures?

Having the ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries is critical for the success of any intercultural or multinational endeavor.
Additionally, it helps improve relationships by facilitating two-way conversations, which in turn foster mutual understanding between people of diverse backgrounds..

Use these tips from the American Psychological Association to be more culturally aware:

1. Think beyond race and ethnicity.
A person's culture is shaped by more than the color of their skin or the way that they dress.
2. Learn by asking
3. Make local connections
4. Pay attention to non-verbal behaviors
5. Exchange stories