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Riera Intercultural Consulting
Accompanying change processes in a culturally sensitive way


The new psychological challenges of agile transformation and postmodern organizations
In the discussion about agile transformations and postmodern organizations, there are positive voices that see the self-organization of...
madlenriera
Oct 16, 20243 min read
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The invisible threads: recognizing and using unconscious processes
Have you ever reacted atypically in a certain situation and asked yourself how this could have happened? You may have succumbed to the...
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Oct 4, 20242 min read
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Wilfred Bion's working group and basic assumption groups
Wilfred Bion, a British psychoanalyst and psychiatrist, is known for his profound theories on group psychology and the dynamics of work...
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Oct 3, 20243 min read
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Psychological safety in teams: the culture of error plays a key role
In today's working world, which is characterized by rapid change and increasing complexity, creating a positive team climate is becoming...
madlenriera
Sep 30, 20242 min read
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What is culture and what does it take for us to interact with each other in an appreciative way?
Culture is a man-made orientation system into which one is socialized. Within the national culture, there are many subcultures that also...
madlenriera
Jan 30, 20243 min read
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Cultural differences in argumentation - with amusing explanations
Anyone who gives presentations, negotiations or sales talks in front of a foreign cultural audience, or simply wants to persuade people...
madlenriera
Jan 17, 20245 min read
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The culture shock
I have already experienced it during the two years I spent in Australia. This was not the case during my shorter work stays in Italy and...
madlenriera
Jan 13, 20242 min read
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Interesting facts about intercultural topics
Welcome to Madlen's culture blog Foreign countries, cultures, languages and an exciting togetherness. As the founder of Riera...
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Jan 13, 20241 min read
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Common no-gos in intercultural communication
In intercultural contact, English is often used as the preferred language to enable cross-cultural communication. Nevertheless, the use...
madlenriera
Jan 13, 20242 min read
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