 Asian Cultural Training
Australia’s multicultural society is growing quickly. The greatest immigration levels are now from the Asia Pacific region which is culturally very different from Australia. As stated in the Financial Review, “Ask any of the few Australian’s who are truly at home in an Asian language and culture and they will tell you how very different things are when you are accepted as a familiar friend”.
Australia can no longer afford to isolate itself from its Asian neighbours. The importance of China and the Asia Pacific region in terms of trade is significant. Multinationals see Australia as part of Asia Pacific and have an expectation that communication will flow between countries. To fulfill this expectation there needs to be a strong cultural awareness and understanding. Without this, companies will struggle to communicate effectively, which will have an effect on their overall performance.
Wentworth-training has recognized the struggle that Australian companies have with their Asian counterparts and stakeholders. A simple one day Asian Cultural Awareness workshop can ease the situation, allowing for understanding as to why difficulties are arising and how solutions can be found.
Sally Anne Gaunt, the presenter of our Asian Cultural Training program has spent eight years working in a number of Asian countries where she was involved in management, sales and training. This included a major blue chip publishing company, an Australian start up and finally her own training business.
This experience means she has first hand experience of the pressures that can result when different cultures clash. During this time Sally Anne very much fell in love with Asia and its people and frequently returns for visits. This is important, as it means Sally Anne’s workshops are designed with a high level of practical application that can be used in the field immediately.
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Testimonials
“Excellent - very well presented. It will help me by identifying the cultures of the Asian people, learning how to understand them and thus earning their respect, know and learn their beliefs, understand their financial goals and rewards. I will believe in them more so now than before. Work more closely with them to understand their values. Listen to them as if I am part of their family. Course: 10/10, Trainer: 10/10.” Stan Vassilis, IGA Distribution
“Very informative, wish I’d done it a year ago. Sally Anne was very knowledgeable on a wide range of subjects and business cultures. It will help me when building and maintaining relationships. I have a better understanding of what I have to put in to make it work. I will spend more time on communication and not just building relationships. Course - 9/10, Trainer - 10/10.” Dave Curtis, Marsh
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