Want to get in touch? Find me ⁠here.⁠

In this episode, I’ll be talking about how cultural differences can impact communication in the global workplace.

I’ll share some real-life examples and practical tips on how to better understand these differences, improve collaboration, and make working in intercultural teams better.

I hope this episode gives you some useful insights into making cultural differences work for you.

How does constructive feedback has a different meaning in each culture?
And most of all… How to prevent screwing up, giving feedback in a cultural context?
In this episode 𝐈 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝗪𝐇𝐘 - why it is important to give feedback effectively across people from different cultures.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝗪𝐇𝐀𝐓 - What are the differences and how to recognize them?
𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐎𝗪 - How to adjust your feedback so it becomes more effective depending on the cultural context and that what you want to achieve.

Want to share your experiences with me? Or just reach out? Find me here on LinkedIn or visit my website.

I was talking to a 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞; I call him Paul.

Paul (German) leads a team of Germans, Swiss, and Austrians and believes that those countries are culturally not so different.

In this episode you 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝 how my conversation with Paul unfolded and the insights 💡 that came with it.

This podcast episode is for you if you:

🌎 Would like to explore the impact of subtle cultural differences on team dynamics and leadership.

👀 Are interested in practical examples of how subtle cultural differences between Paul and his team manifest.

🤔  Want to hear the pros and cons of addressing these differences—or not.

𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐒: If you work in or with Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, gain valuable insights into the unique cultural nuances specific to these regions.

Want to share with me your thoughts? Have a question? I truly appreciate that:

Send me a message on LinkedIn

Or contact me through www.cocohofs.com

On the 7th of December, I am hosting a free (online) training;

'How to lead your cross-cultural team towards better results'

This episode is for you if:

More info and registration here.

Looking forward to see you there!

In todays episode you will hear:

Book your free consultation here.

Visit my website here.

That moment when you have been announcing your LinkedIn live with great fanfare but then just as you're about to go live everything stops working... 🙈
Ah well, as (former) expats Amanda Molenaar and myself, dealt with much greater challenges!

Flexibility is our middle name.
That's why after some failed attempts we ditched the livestream and decided to record a Zoom session instead.

Thankfully we received some questions in advance so we had enough to talk about!

this episode if you want to hear more about:

✅ the Dutch directness (and their positive intention behind it)
✅ how finding friends on the work floor is difficult in the Netherlands
✅ how constantly having to rely on yourself as an expat can be really tiring
✅ and of course our Success Beyond Borders event on 13 September in Amsterdam!
And if you want to learn more about dealing with the Dutch and about finding that steadiness within so you can peacefully navigate the culture, Success Beyond Borders is the perfect event for you!
>> Our early bird discount expires this Sunday 20 August!
Watch the live stream here: https://lnkd.in/eBdbqS8C
(Passcode: .i+@vW9v)
And get your early bird tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e3_NPdkN
Got a question for us? Send me a message through Linkedin

#expat #expatlife #culturaldifferences

My name is ⁠Coco Hofs⁠ and I support businesses from all over the world on how to overcome cultural differences in the international workplace.

In this podcast episode you will learn the 5 things you need to know when working with the Dutch.

Because lets face it, the Dutch culture is one-of-a-kind.

This episode is for you when you are an international business professional working with the Dutch.

It is a valuable episode for you when you are Dutch working in an international environment.

This episode is for you when you want to know:

🌍 What are the 5 things you need to know when working with the Dutch?

🌍  Why learning all the ins and outs of 1 specific culture, will not make you more effective in international business?

🌍  How to understand the Dutch better, in order to work better together.

🌍  What the differences are dealing with cultural differences when you are an expat?

Are an expat living in The Netherlands?

Don't miss the end of the episode since I dedicated some extra time for you there.

There I will share more about a live event 'Success Beyond Borders' that I am hosting with Amanda Molenaar.

An afternoon event, in Amsterdam on the 13th of September for high achieving expats living in The Netherlands.

Find more info on this event 'Success Beyond Borders' here.

I am happy to answer all your questions, feel free to reach out to me through LinkedIn: here.

Elzelien Hoekstra, CEO and founder of Kenza imports, distributes and sells Dutch brands in Chile.

Elzelien, Dutch from origin moved to Chile and started Kenza Design.

Something that started as bringing her favorite Dutch bean bag to Chile has grown into a full interior design business.

Kenza Design represents brands like Fatboy, IXXIE, Miffy and Essenza Home.

Elzelien Hoekstra, started importing Fatboy into Chile in 2014.

In this episode you hear all about how Elzelien navigates between the 2 cultures that are the nature of her business.

How she learned the hard way how business in Chile is done and how the cultural differences between the Dutch and the Chileans effect her.

More about Kenza:

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My name is Coco Hofs and I help businesses on how to overcome cultural differences in the international workplace.

I have lived and worked (for a corporate multinational) in several countries like Singapore, Japan, Chile and Peru.

Cultural differences have an massive impact on how smooth your business goes and how effective you run your business.

Curious to learn more about this topic? Connect with me on LinkedIn or find me on my website.

In todays episode I talk with Lydia Koken. Lydia is a Mindset & Alignment Expert.

Psychologist & Coach (MsC) and she helps busy and ambitious women, to create and live a life they LOVE and really desire.

She definitely is a busy and ambitious women herself as well. She lives as an expat spouse in Spain and is about to move with her entire family to 'The Big Apple'.

Lydia shares about how she applies her mindset expertise in the preparation to the big move.

You hear all about her new program for ambitious and busy women and she gives away free mindset hacks that are valuable for everyone, regardless of your cultural background.

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Want to know more about Lydia? Connect with her trough instagram or LinkedIn.

Want to know more about Lydia's 'Women in alignment'? Use the THIS LINK to read more and to get access to the 4 early bird bonuses.

If you use the above link to book your call; Lydia will provide you with at least 3 actions that you can implement today to work on your growth and happiness mindset.

Hi, my name is Coco Hofs and I help organizations to overcome cultural differences in the international workplace.

Do you want to learn more on how to lead your business effectively towards better results in a global economy?

How your international teams and business partners can work better together?

How to minimize lost time on miscommunications and solving frustrations and demotivated teams?

Reach out to me through ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠ or book your free 45 min. consult ⁠⁠here. ⁠

In todays episode I talk with Lauren Brown.

Lauren is born in the USA but has been living in Latin America for over a decade.

We look back at her leap of faith moving from San Francisco to Latin America.

Lauren has worked in different countries and in different roles.

Currently, Lauren works for a commercial real estate company based in Chile in the role as Head of investor relations.

She interacts and deals with people from different cultural backgrounds on a daily base.

In this episode you will hear:

Connect with Lauren through her instagram here.

Want to know more about Trenza Chile? connect with Trenza through instagram here.

My name is Coco Hofs and I help organizations to overcome cultural differences in the international workplace.

Do you want to learn more on how to lead your business effectively towards better results in a global economy?

How your international teams and business partners can work better together?

How to minimize lost time on miscommunications and solving frustrations and demotivated teams?

Reach out to me through ⁠LinkedIn ⁠ or book your free 45 min. consult ⁠here. ⁠