For those that are new to working in Thailand it can be particularly hard to read between the lines not only because of language barriers but also culture. This leads to misunderstanding, conflict, breakdown in communications and lower productivity.
This course provides a humorous yet professional overview of how to increase communications and appropriate behavior within Thai workplace. It outlines the importance of considering that our views and beliefs are not necessarily the views and beliefs of our Thai and other colleagues. It also provides participants with some proactive tools to breakdown cross cultural barriers that most of us are not even aware of.
The course is highly interactive with activities and practice sessions designed to put your new skills into action throughout the course.
Key Objectives
- Understand Cross Cultural Communications in the Workplace
- Working in Thailand: Sink or Survive
- Identify Key Indicators and Behavior
- Develop Core Skills to Combat Cross Cultural Misunderstanding
Topics Addressed
- Ethnocentrism: My Way or the High Way
- Stereotyping: One Size Does not fit all
- Tolerance or Treasure: Hidden Messages
- How Do I Get Things Done in Thailand?
Having completed this training course, participants will have an increased awareness of behaviors and values that will enhance their ability to work in a Thai workplace. They will also walk away with a number of practical tools to implement immediately.