Corporate Services
Cross-cultural Training Improves Interpersonal Communications
When people are communicating well, it is rarely noticed. If, however, interpersonal communications are poor, companies can experience misunderstandings, lower morale and reduced productivity.
Cross-cultural training can help non-native speakers understand the many hidden rules of interpersonal communications- both as they communicate and as they interpret others.
Voice to Word Consulting has extensive experience in cross-cultural training. While we adapt our services to your specific needs, most projects include.
- Canadian social norms and values
- The meaning of eye and body language, tone and intonation
- Effective discussion techniques
- How to negotiate in a Canadian context
- Vocabulary specific to your organization
Let us help your foreign trained employees contribute more effectively to a positive and productive corporate culture.
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Cross-cultural Training Extends Value of ESL
English as a second language training tends to address the mechanics of language. Cross-cultural training addresses communication on multiple levels. This article discusses the fundamentals of effective cross-cultural training for the Canadian context. Read more.
Canadian English and Socio-linguistic Skills
This Cross-Cultural Training course is designed to help foreign trained professionals function comfortably in both social and work situations. You will learn social norms and values, effective body language, discussion techniques. Learn more.