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Culture across Cultures: where Leadership begins

Leadership across cultures exploration

In this session, we will explore the concept of leadership through the lens of four distinct cultures: Chinese, Persian, German, and Italian. By tracing the etymology of the word “leadership” in each language, we will uncover how historical…

Communication Skills Practice Group Activity
Duration 60–120 min
Group Size 2–6

Workshop

Description

In this session, we will explore the concept of leadership through the lens of four distinct cultures: Chinese, Persian, German, and Italian. By tracing the etymology of the word “leadership” in each language, we will uncover how historical roots shape contemporary interpretations of this widely used concept in both business and personal contexts.

This journey across diverse cultural backgrounds will offer participants fresh perspectives on how leadership is understood, practiced, and valued around the world. The session will also be interactive, encouraging reflection, discussion, and connection among participants.

Benefits

In a globalized world, effective leadership requires cultural intelligence.
This session helps attendees mostly in:

  • Communicate more effectively
  • Lead with greater empathy and awareness
  • Build stronger, more inclusive teams
  • Navigate multicultural environments with confidence
  • Enhance self-awareness

This workshop offers a unique blend of linguistic exploration, cultural insight, and practical application—ideal for leaders, facilitators, HR professionals, and anyone curious about the global dimensions of leadership.

Hosted by Rossella G

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About the Host

I was born in a tiny village in the southern mountain of Italy and I've always been fascinated by exploring cultures. I studied Chinese Mandarin and lived in China for four years, lived in Germany for five, met my Iranian husband and now live in Spain. I breath Intercultural Communication daily with my two polyglot young kids and at work when I design and deliver my training and workshops.
My expertise spans Recruitment, L&D and Training Management across both corporate and NGO environments. Combined with an MBA and multiple certifications in DEI, Coaching, and Training Design, this background gives me a distinctive ability to connect insights across functions and drive people agility when working across cultures.
I enjoy facilitating sessions on Leadership Development with an Intercultural and Diversity Management approach to senior corporate managers as well as young adults.

Certifications & Credentials

MBA
Diploma in Executive Coaching (first level)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Practitioners
Life Coaching Certification
Training of Intercultural Trainers
Youth Intercultural Training
HSK5

Focus Areas

Development/Coaching

Location

Barcelona, Spain

Languages

German, English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese

Travel Locations

Within the EMEA region

Corporate Experience

Significant

Session Types Offered

Interactive (eg. improv, group-art, yoga etc.)

Past Experience Doing Sessions

Yes - Interactive

Client Requirements

whiteboard, projector

Past Clients

Saudi Industrial Development Fund, Learnlight, Migrastudium, Saudi Ministry of Interior

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