What does culture have to do with professional success?
At first glance: not much.
But in reality? You’re probably underestimating it.
Big time.
💡 Cultural understanding is not a soft skill. It’s a success factor.
Culture shapes how we think, work, lead, and collaborate.
It defines what we consider “professional,” “clear,” or even “respectful.
Ask yourself:
– How do I communicate?
– How do I deal with feedback?
– How do I understand deadlines?
– How do I build trust?
– How do I interpret silence?
All of this is culturally influenced.
And if your cultural background differs significantly from German workplace norms, chances are high that friction will occur.
Not because you’re doing something wrong.
But because you’re doing something unfamiliar.
👂 I hear it all the time, in coaching sessions, workshops, or 1:1s:
“I think I’m missing something… but no one tells me what.”
That’s where my intercultural training comes in.
It’s not about changing who you are ,it’s about understanding how things work in Gernany so you can succeed there.
And yes, it creates real Aha-moments.Moments that shift your mindset and improve your results.
Curious to explore what this could mean for you, your team or organization?
Culture Works – So do You?
