Managing the Impact of Cultural Difference on the Talent Management Cycle

Cultural differences create both challenges and opportunities for organizations. Creativity and innovation come when people have learned to communicate with people who are culturally different than themselves. Most HR professionals recognize these opportunities and want to capitalize on them, so the question becomes: How do we do that? This session will analyze the challenges that cultural diversity creates at every stage of the talent management cycle. By applying the Cultural Inclusion Framework, you will be able to look systematically at your programs, policies and practices and become equipped to tackle the cross-cultural challenges you observe in your organizations in a comprehensive manner. Through the use of real-life examples, this session provides several best practices that you can bring back to your organization. This session will help you:

·         Understand the impact of culture on people's thought processes and behaviors.

·         Differentiate between stereotypes and generalizations, as you learn to distinguish where the fine line is between the two.

·         Analyze the challenges that cultural differences create throughout the talent management cycle—from recruiting and
           onboarding to performing, learning and development, and succession planning.

·         Determine which best practices are most likely to help your organization take your cross-cultural effectiveness
           to the next level.

·         Identify strategies that you can bring back to your organization to develop the cultural dexterity and enhance
           the engagement of your employees.