Category: Intercultural Communication

Discover the Biggest Differences! If you are interested in language and culture, the differences between British English and American English are particularly fascinating. These two varieties of English differ in several ways, from spelling and word choice to pronunciation and grammar. In this blog British vs American English differences, we...

In our increasingly globalised world, collaborating with international teams is no longer an exception but rather the norm. Whether you do business with partners abroad, manage an international team, or work with customers from different cultures, effective communication is crucial. Managing cultural differences in international teamwork is essential for overcoming...

Language and culture training for companies Why investing in language and culture training is key to success In an increasingly globalised world, multilingualism plays a crucial role in business. Companies that invest in language and culture training, as offered by our language training company, see significant benefits. In this blog,...

Non-verbal communication across cultures Communication goes far beyond words. What we do not say can often be just as powerful, if not more powerful, than what we do say. Non-verbal communication covers a wide range of behaviours, from body language and facial expressions to gestures and tone of voice. In...

Agnieszka Kowalska is a Project Developer at Protix, where she serves as the primary liaison between diverse teams and project management, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project requirements. Originally from Poland, Agnieszka now works and lives in the Netherlands. With about 25 colleagues, she attended a “Working with the...

In the changing world we live in, adaptability is key. This whitepaper is your guide through the evolving business landscape, highlighting essential skills for success in multicultural environments. We’ll discuss how effective communication plays a key part in international business succes. Impact of Trends: AI, Economic Shifts, and Work-Life Balance...

It’s a wrap! Our webinar series on the future of international business is finished. In four episodes, we’ve delved into the changing labour market and its impact on HR trends, team diversity, and workplace cultures. We’ve explored crafting inclusive cultures where every teammember can excel. What must organisations do to...

Why is intercultural competence necessary? As you may know, Language Partners and BBi Communication merged at the start of this year. We are now an organisation that not only offers Intercultural competence training, ut also has offices in four countries and colleagues from many more. Because of this, we felt...

As more and more companies do business in international markets, they often encounter unforeseen challenges that can lead to hilarious and, at times, cringe-worthy blunders. It is imperative to triple check your work, making sure you’re taking the necessary cultural perspectives into account. From mistranslations to cultural insensitivities, these unintentional...

Are you prepared for the future of international business? As automation and changing demographics impact labor pools and access to markets, organisations worldwide should be up-to-date on European labour market trends. To combat smaller labor pools, both legislative incentives and educational support are explored to encourage immigration and integration into...