{"645913":{"#nid":"645913","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Enhancing Your Ability to Succeed in a Global Marketplace","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EWhile communication has always been necessary to be successful in business, it has never been more important than it is now. \u0026quot;In today\u0026#39;s global business environment it is essential for you to understand the nuances and essential components of communication across the languages and cultures in which you work\u0026quot;, says Karen Tucker, director of the Georgia Tech Language Institute. \u0026quot;It is an essential skill that crosses all industries and markets.\u0026quot;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs international economies become more connected, and we grow closer to realizing the \u0026ldquo;global economy,\u0026rdquo; communication has become more complex and all the more indispensable. As we navigate the increasingly global future of work, and especially as automation is creating a larger demand for\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/blog\/working-learning\/benefits-of-holistic-learning\u0022\u003Euniquely human skills\u003C\/a\u003E, effective cross-cultural communication is quickly becoming the most essential skill for the modern professional.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOut of this need, the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/blog\/working-learning\/null\u0022\u003ECross-Cultural Communication for Professionals (C3P) Certificate\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;was created by the Georgia Tech Language Institute. Specifically targeted for non-native but proficient English speakers, the C3P Certificate teaches one how to communicate effectively within the unwritten social and cultural codes of the English language. Whether you are pitching a groundbreaking proposal to clients or simply writing a follow-up email, the concepts in this course will help you improve your effectiveness in communicating those messages.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile proficiency may be sufficient, learning how to communicate effectively between your preconceived cultural assumptions and the assumptions of the English language will give you newfound confidence as you navigate the workplace. \u0026quot;How you show empathy, feedback, or criticism, for example, varies greatly from culture to culture,\u0026quot; says Kim Rosero, instructor, Georgia Tech Language Institute. How you approach hierarchy also differs: Americans, for example, tend to flatten relationships in order to achieve a sense of equality or commonality, while other cultures do not.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGestures, another essential part of non-verbal communication, also have extremely different implications across different cultures. Failing to consider these differences will lead to misunderstanding and conflict. \u0026quot;Without an understanding of these subtler types of communication, one is bound to inadvertently create misunderstandings or conflict, negatively impacting relationships and ultimately leading to poor business outcomes,\u0026quot; says Katherine Samford, an instructor with Georgia Tech Language Institute.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs you adapt to working in a second culture and language, understanding these unique customs is vital to not only find and secure your place in the workforce but crucial to building long-term success in your career.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELearning the distinctions of English communication from a global perspective will not only help you avoid conflict but will also set you apart with cutting-edge skills in a rapidly evolving and expanding economy. The C3 Certificate allows you to expand on your human skills as you learn\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/blog\/future-of-work\/mindful-leadership\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener noreferrer\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eto understand yourself and others more fully\u003C\/a\u003E, a sought-after trait in an economy increasingly dominated by machines and automation. Learning about an unfamiliar culture will allow you to learn more about your own, and as you bridge the gap between others and yourself, you will become more supportive, productive, and efficient.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u0026rsquo;d like to improve your cross-cultural communication skills,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/certificates\/cross-cultural-communication-for-professionals-english\u0022\u003Evisit the certificate page for more information.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"New certificate in cross-cultural communication"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech Language Institute launches new certificate in cross-cultural communication."}],"uid":"34615","created_gmt":"2021-03-30 20:00:42","changed_gmt":"2021-03-30 20:02:29","author":"Kelsey Harris","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2021-03-24T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2021-03-24T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1258","name":"Professional Education"}],"categories":[{"id":"129","name":"Institute and Campus"}],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech Professional Education\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:gtpe-communications@pe.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Egtpe-communications@pe.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["gtpe-communications@pe.gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}}}