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Experiences | July 23, 2025
Cross-Cultural Lessons on a Hot Afternoon in Nairobi’s Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

If you’ve never heard of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, let me introduce you to one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. Located just outside Nairobi, this sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing orphaned baby elephant – many of whom are found beside the bodies of their dead mothers, victims of poaching and the illegal ivory

Mentors vs. Models: Know the Difference, Make the Right Choice for Global Impact
Experiences | July 16, 2025
Mentors vs. Models: Know the Difference, Make the Right Choice for Global Impact

36 Years later, why I wish every young manager could meet their own “Ed Ronan.” In my culture consulting work, I am frequently asked “What is the most important anchoring value for young managers to adopt as they navigate the journey of increased risk-taking, mastering technical challenges and evermore responsibility for other persons’ careers? “

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘀, 𝗯𝗮𝗯𝘆! 𝗦𝗼 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲?
Experiences | May 9, 2025
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘀, 𝗯𝗮𝗯𝘆! 𝗦𝗼 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲?

You know that moment – 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀. You’ve earned your seat at the table through talent, hard work, and results. You’re launching the product that got standing ovations at HQ. You’re poised to make your global debut… and then – 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀. A few polite nods. Some distracted glances. And worse – quiet sidebar

How a Care Package Became a Culture Hack
Experiences | April 16, 2025
How a Care Package Became a Culture Hack

In a monsoon-soaked office in Bangalore, I “read the room” and unpacked a box of granola bars from my mother. What happened next reshaped how we understood each other – and we started building a “third culture” where we could all belong to and get things done. In the early months of my arrival as an expat

Your Global Team Isn’t Just a Team — It’s a Force of Possibility.
Experiences | April 9, 2025
Your Global Team Isn’t Just a Team — It’s a Force of Possibility.

Leading global teams in today’s fast-paced business environment requires more than just expertise in a specific industry. For instance, it demands cultural dexterity, adaptive communication, and strategic negotiation skills—skills that can make or break international deals and team dynamics. That’s where THE GUIDE™ Program steps in. Designed for leaders navigating the complexities of cross-border collaboration, THE