The Cultural Intelligence Difference: Master the One Skill You Cant Do Without in Todays Global Economy

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Most people know that some basic cultural sensitivity is important. But few have developed the deep cultural intelligence (CQ) required to really thrive in our multicultural workplaces and globalized world. Now everybody can tap into the power of CQ to enhance their skills and capabilities, from managing multi cultural teams and serving a diverse customer base to negotiating with international suppliers and opening offshore markets. The Cultural Intelligence Difference gives readers: * Customized strategies for improving interactions with people from diverse cultures * New findings on the bottom-line benefits of cultural intelligence * Examples of major organizations that use CQ to achieve success A high CQ points to more than just cultural sensitivity. It is linked to improved decision making, negotiation, networking, and leadership skills-and provides a crucial advantage in a crowded job market. The Cultural Intelligence Difference delivers a powerful tool for navigating today's work world with finesse-and success.

David Livermore, PH.D., is President and Partner at the Cultural Intelligence Center. He has done training and consulting for leaders in more than 100 countries and is the author of The Cultural Intelligence Difference.

..".excellent guide to cultural intelligence - illuminating some of the research and concepts...and offerings specific ideas about how to improve your CQ." --The Globe and Mail ..".valuable and essential book to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the growing importance of cultural intelligence in today's globalized world." --Blog Business World ..".Livermore's contribution is most important and significant...this book and Dr. Livermore's Leading with Cultural Intelligence, are most relevant for many and deserve a wide audience." --NYJournal of Books "Anyone can enhance their cultural intelligence through education, training, and experience, and I can find no better way than to read this book." --MSU Global Edge "David Livermore spells out a persuasive argument as to why your CQ (Cultural Intelligence) is essential to succeeding in today's global and interdependent business world." --Sacramento Book Review