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- 1. VIVA TOPIC FORSUBJECT: PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION Cross Cultural Communication Presented by: Nandita, ECE 1st sem 2024-28
- 2. What is Cross-Cultural Communication? Cross-cultural communicationis the process of exchanging information, ideas, and emotions between individuals or groups from different cultural backgrounds. It requires an awareness of cultural differences—including language, values, norms, customs, and nonverbal behaviors—and involves adapting one’s communication style for effective interaction in diverse environments.
- 3. Why is itimportant? reduces misunderstandings by fostering awareness and respect for cultural differences, thereby minimizing conflicts creates trust and mutual understanding among people from diverse backgrounds, enabling collaborative and enduring global partnerships promotes inclusivity and cooperation, helping diverse teams collaborate harmoniously and improve productivity Prevents miscommunication and conflict Builds stronger international relationships Enhances teamwork in diverse workplaces
- 4. transfer of informationbetween people without the use of spoken words, including gestures, facial expressions, eye contact, body language, and tone of voice shared beliefs, customs, and standards of behavior that guide how members of a particular culture communicate, interact, and interpret messages Key aspects of cross-cultural communication relying on oversimplified or negative assumptions about another culture can lead to unfair judgments and communication breakdowns involve how individuals from different backgrounds select, organize, and make sense of messages, heavily influenced by their own cultural filters, experiences, and assumptions culturally-influenced patterns of verbal and non-verbal expression, such as direct versus indirect or formal versus informal approaches occurs when a gesture, facial expression, or other non-verbal cue is misunderstood due to cultural differences in meaning, potentially causing confusion or offense Language Differences Non-verbal communication Cultural norms and values Perception and interpretation Communication styles Nonverbal misinterpretation
- 5. Barriers to cross-cultural communication occurwhen individuals unconsciously apply their own cultural norms or expectations to interpret messages, often leading to incorrect conclusions and breakdowns in communication across cultures obstacles to communication that occur when people speak different languages or dialects, or have varying levels of language proficiency, leading to confusion involve forming oversimplified, generalized beliefs or negative attitudes about individuals from other cultures, which can distort communication and hinder genuine understanding belief that one’s own culture is superior to others, causing people to judge unfamiliar behaviors or perspectives as inferior and creating an “us versus them” mentality 01 04 02 03 Language barriers Stereotypes and prejudices Ethnocentrism Assumptions and misunderstandings
- 6. by giving yourfull attention, paraphrasing for confirmation, and using questions to ensure both parties understand each other's messages clearly by seeking to understand the perspectives and worldviews of others and suspending judgment, which fosters trust and better relationships Strategies to improve cross-cultural communication actively learning about and respecting the differences and similarities among cultural groups, which helps build mutual respect by avoiding jargon, slang, and complicated words so your message is accessible to everyone, especially non-native speakers through research, engagement, and exposure to different backgrounds, which enhances cultural awareness and adaptability in communication by creating a comfortable environment for dialogue, inviting questions, and allowing room for clarifications or adjustments to the message, thus minimizing miscommunication Develop cultural awareness Practice active listening Be open-minded and empathetic Use simple and clear language Learn about other cultures Encourage feedback
- 7. Applications in reallife 1. In Japan, bowing is used as a primary non-verbal greeting to convey respect and humility, requiring foreigners to understand the subtle meanings behind this gesture when interacting with Japanese counterparts. 2. German professionals value direct and concise communication, so business meetings focus on clarity and getting straight to the point, while indirectness or ambiguous language can be viewed as inefficient or evasive. 3. In India, hierarchical relationships shape communication—a junior addressing a senior by an appropriate title like "Sir" or "Madam" demonstrates respect for status and formality, which is crucial in professional or social exchanges. 4. Brazilian business culture emphasizes relationship-building, so informal conversations and sharing personal stories usually precede formal negotiations, reflecting the cultural importance of trust and social connection
- 8. Conclusion Cross-cultural communication ismore than just speaking different languages—it's about understanding perspectives, values, and behaviors that shape how people connect. In our increasingly globalized world, the ability to communicate effectively across cultures is not just an advantage, but a necessity. By embracing diversity, being mindful of cultural differences, and striving for mutual respect, we can build stronger relationships, avoid misunderstandings, and create more inclusive environments. When we learn to listen beyond words, we open the door to true understanding. REFERENCES- https://www.commisceo-global.co m/resources https://erau.libguides.com/c.php?g =331091&p=2222703 https://erau.libguides.com/cross-cu ltural-communications/websites-vi deos https://www.talaera.com/cross-cult ural-communication
- 9. CREDITS : Thispresentation template was created by Slidesgo , and includes icons by Flaticon , and infographics & images by Freepik THANK YOU NANDITA KARMAKAR ECE 1st YEAR