Episode 47 with Mattias Hallberg, Cross-Cultural Manager and IT Executive, Part One
Description
Part One of a two-part conversation: Mattias is an experienced IT executive with a commitment to inclusive environments and high-performing teams. He has a strong background in driving innovation and efficiency through technical expertise, strategic vision, and collaborative leadership. With a focus on employee wellbeing and psychological safety (i.e. feeling comfortable engaging in risky behavior), Mattias strives to build rapport with his team and create an open feedback culture.
Some things we talk about:
- The Smorgasbord of Culture: you won't know what you truly enjoy unless you try it.
- Bridging Communication Gaps: Mattias shares his insights, emphasizing the need for more listening and subtlety in expressing opinions.
- The Art of Saving Face: Mattias shares a humorous anecdote about a Swedish supplier and a Japanese company, highlighting the cultural nuances of indirect communication and the importance of maintaining trust and relationships.
- Speaking Up in Different Cultures: We explore the implications of speaking up in different cultures and how it can affect team dynamics.
Next Episode: Part Two with Mattias. Live stream on YouTube Wednesday, October 11th at 12:00 pm ET (see links below). Audio Podcast version will be released on Monday, October 16th.
Links
Hiyaku Coaching Website
John McGraw's LinkedIn
Hiyaku Coaching YouTube
Hiyaku Coaching Twitter
Hiyaku Coaching Instagram
Music
Future Insight by Die Hard Productions. Standard license purchased through Premium Beat.
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