Bridging Different Worlds Together; Connecting the East to the West
Through Decoding Social & Cross-cultural Challenges and Harmonising Differences
Ongoing globalisation, increasing scale of migration, demographic changes, emerging markets and technology evolution are hallmarks of the modern-day environment.
In today’s world, there is hardly a day that goes by when we don’t have to deal with another person who is from a different background, ethnicity or culture from us. Our cultural upbring, environment and personality are the three most influential elements of our behaviour (how we do things and why we do them in a certain in a certain way).
This emphasises the importance of developing skills that can influence our interpersonal interactions, social relationships and building an inclusive mindset, that enables us to adapt to different behaviours, to master cultural & social intelligence, and to effectively connect and navigate across diverse environments.
At Culture Of Impact, we understand that companies don’t go global, people do! With that in mind, we help you, your business and your teams, to leverage your strengths, resources, and network, and support you to identify the gaps that could be holding you back, limit setbacks, reduce risks and bridge the gaps associated with global business expansion, cross-border relocations and living & working internationally.
Interesting Facts
59.8% Asia, 16.7% Africa, 9.8% Europe, 7.2% N.America, 5.5% S.America, 0.5% Oceania
2019 World Bank Population Distribution
It’s estimated that 258 million people living outside of their nation of origin or place of birth.
UN Statistics
258 million is an increase of 49% since year 2000 including expats, immigrants and tax exiles.
UN Dept. of Economic & Social Affairs
Every 44 second an expat or an immigrant moves abroad. 74% of whom are of working age.
Census
In 2019 more than 75% of global conflicts, clashes and concerns had a cultural dimension.
Unicef
Cultural and ethical conflicts is named as one of the top 10, 21st century global issues.
Council Of Foreign Relations (CFR)
Areas of Expertise
INTERCULTURAL SOLUTIONS
& CORPORATE ONBOARDING
Laying the foundation of competent and agile insight on cultural know-how’s act as a roadmap to create a thriving environment within multicultural workplaces. These sessions are designed to support expatriates enhance their assignment experience in Asia especially the Middle East, by helping them bridge the gap between their cultural intelligence, cross-cultural adaptation and performance. These customised programmes are key to ensuring the social and behavioural adjustability of executives, multicultural teams and large organisations working across cultures.
EXPAT COACHING, GLOBAL MOBILITY & INTEGRATION
When international employees take on assignments, the challenges of relocation and cultural adaptation can make or break the project. These coaching sessions are a partnership with expats, their families or businesses aimed to create extraordinary results by providing guidance on processes needed that helps clients to develop a global mindset, to be actively motivated to engage with diverse people and to develop the agility to adjust their behaviour to thrive in their new international career path, integrate easily in the new society and enjoy their new and exciting life experiences.
STRATEGIC ADVISORY FOR
GLOBAL BUSINESS EXPANSIONS
Thinking of growing your business internationally? Maybe in one of the growing hubs for European expats like the United Arab Emirates, Qatar or Kingdom of Saudi? If you have an ambitious brand, business, or idea to grow in the Middle East, we are here to support you streamline all your business needs by providing you with global expansion solutions that will help you understand the potential challenges, mitigate risks and support you with careful strategy planning.
Let us help you enter the global market with confidence & expand your business the right way.
FOREIGN INVESTMENT PLANNING
& PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Middle East’s strategic location serves as a bridge between east and west, making it a premier hub for international trade and investment. The Middle East is increasingly welcoming foreign investment, with governments revising legislation and easing market entry requirements. When investing abroad, it is crucial to seek professional guidance from an advisor who understands your business, the culture and also the licensing approvals and ownership thresholds for different business sectors in the host country, in order to help you manage and mitigate the risks surrounding foreign investment.
The Mission
Connecting People and Bridging Cultures
Embracing Diversity and Fostering Inclusion
Mastering Social and Cultural Intelligence
Developing Global Sustainable Solutions
Engaging in Social Responsibility Partnerships
Creating Positive Social Impact Strategies
Turning Good Intentions to Concrete Actions
The Philosophy
More Building Bridges, Less Walls and Barriers
More Self Awareness, Less Unconscious Bias
More Cultural Sensitivity, Less Stereotyping
More Resilience and Agility, Less Resistance
More Growth Mindset, Less Limited Mindset
More Global Leaders, Less Global Problems
More Harmony and Balance, Less Crisis and Conflict
Benefits For You
Meet Sepideh
An impact-driven, purpose-oriented & people-centric professional with a demonstrated history of working in the intersection of learning & development, project management, real estate, investment planning and business expansions in multiple industries, between Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
For the past 26+ years, Sepideh’s professional career has spanned government departments, multinational corporations, non-profits, the public sector, civil society, and the private sector. Given her integrated cultural background, multiple migrations and having to live, work and adapt to new countries, cultures and work environments first handedly, Sepideh has built an in-depth understanding of cultural differences, implicit beliefs and developed a well-rounded approach to strong cultural intelligence and a holistic approach to developing social competencies such as cognitive, emotional, and behavioural skills needed for any type of successful and effective social adaptation.
Today, as a consultant, strategist and advisor, using her experiences, Sepideh partners with individuals, teams and organisations, to assess their needs, find the gaps and provides tailored solutions in order to help them integrate new measurable and high-impact strategies into their business model for increasing their international influence in today’s complex business landscape, whilst optimising human capital, business performance and the bottom line.
Sepideh’s MISSION is to “Bridging Different Worlds Together” through adapting to diversity whilst focusing on similarities and inclusiveness, decoding cross-cultural challenges and harmonising differences”.
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