I am the monkey: How to Successfully Manage and Live in Foreign Cultures

"A thorough, thoughtful look at cross-cultural understanding from an experienced expatriate author." Kirkus Reviews - The internationally expanding business world makes multicultural skills all the more essential to successful management. Today’s leaders must understand how culture deeply influences daily life and business, how it colors interpretations of the world, and how it can shape group and individual identity and mentality. Understanding these aspects of culture is exactly what this book enables readers to do. I am the Monkey! examines behavioral differences across cultures and, more importantly, offers an applicable methodology to help professionals identify and minimize cross-cultural issues encountered during assignments abroad. Certain personalities may find the process of becoming culturally competent easier than others, but anyone with a willingness to step outside their comfort zone and the know-how to do it can improve this skill. The five A’s of cross cultural integration can guide you. They are Awareness, Accepting, Adapting, Adopting and taking Action. This fun and easy must-read is full of valuable insight from experts with extensive experience in multicultural management. As a potential or current international manager, the information in this book will provide you with the edge needed to win in a globalized economy.