#265: Holiday Harmony: Tips for Multicultural Workplace Celebrations – Dean Foster
December 15, 2024Categories: Networking, Communication, Inspiration, Relationships
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[27:02] With the holiday season upon us, many workplaces everywhere are buzzing with festivities. But not everyone celebrates the same holidays—or even at the same time. Our guest today, Dean Foster, tackles an essential question: How can we ensure holiday celebrations are inclusive and respectful of everyone’s traditions in a multicultural environment?
Dean shares invaluable tips and strategies to make workplace holiday celebrations a success while embracing cultural diversity. He explains how companies can learn about various holidays by actively engaging their teams and celebrating without overstepping personal or religious boundaries. Dean highlights the importance of thoughtful timing and including remote employees in the festivities. With stories and creative ideas, he reveals how organizations can celebrate not just year-end holidays but traditions throughout the year, fostering stronger communication and collaboration across cultures.
Dean's article, "Celebrating the Holidays in a Multicultural Workplace: 8 Tips to Make Everyone Feel Welcome," appears in the December 2024 issue of Toastmaster magazine.
Dean Foster, founder of DFA Intercultural Global Solutions and President of Dean Foster Global Cultures, has over 20 years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, governments, and NGOs like the UN. He’s traveled to 100+ countries, aiding organizations in navigating cultural complexities.
Dean hosted CNN’s “Doing Business in…” series and has appeared on CNN, CNBC, and the BBC. Featured in Newsweek, USA Today, and The New York Times, he authored five books, including Bargaining Across Borders and the Global Etiquette Guide series.
Honored with the Worldwide ERC’s “Hall of Leaders” induction and the Forum for Expatriate Management’s Lifetime Achievement Award, he serves on American University’s Intercultural Management Institute faculty and co-hosts the podcast Oops, Your Culture’s Showing!.
Dean Foster lives in Brooklyn, New York, U.S.A and can be reached at DeanFosterGlobal.com.
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