Building Elite Teams with an International Lens Requires a Focus on Simplicity

Summary: Glen Loveland, the leader of the People Team at United Integrated Services, shares his expertise in building elite teams across geographical boundaries, borders, and cultures. With his extensive experience in expatriate management, Glenn provides valuable insights on effective communication strategies for diverse teams. He emphasizes the importance of keeping communication simple, using multiple channels, and over-communicating to bridge cultural and generational gaps. Glen also highlights the need for HR professionals to continuously update their skills and stay relevant in the rapidly changing landscape of HR.Key Takeaways: Keep communication simple and clear, avoiding complex jargon.Utilize multiple communication channels to cater to different preferences and cultural norms.Over-communicate to ensure messages are understood and received by all team members.Adapt communication strategies to bridge generational gaps and accommodate diverse workforce needs.Continuously update HR skills and stay informed about new laws and regulations.<br/>
Chapters: Timestamp 0:02:20 Glenn's experience in Beijing and working with expats0:05:14 Importance of keeping communication simple and using multiple channels0:07:07 Bridging the gap between different communication preferences and cultures0:09:13 Formal and informal modes of communication in cross-cultural teams0:12:16 Universal communication strategies in international and American companies0:14:03 Pitching new ideas as pilots and the importance of onboarding0:16:48 Applying global workforce management lessons to local companies0:18:26 Continuous learning and staying relevant in HR
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