This document discusses considerations for production in a cross-cultural environment. It addresses communicating across cultures with differences in language, time orientation, gender norms, and generations. Tips include learning about cultural characteristics, not making assumptions, using drawings, confirming understanding, and asking questions when unsure. Resources on cultural dimensions, generational differences, and effective communication techniques are also provided. The goal is to forge understanding and productive relationships across cultural and demographic divides.
Survey audience – Global exposure, where from, etc.
160 + languages spoken in our design office at one time
Audience game.
Points: Impacts to better communciation
Observe body language
Difference in viewpoint isn’t only across languages and borders, but also even within same language across regions,etc.
Consider each team member’s filter to understand why they might not understand your concept or your terminology.
FOLLOW with Time exercise before next slide.
What is U.S.A.?
Share 2 experiences. Solicit experiences from audience.
Everyone from CEO to facilities person has contribution to product development and success of the team.