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To inquire about internship possibilities, please fill out the form below, and we will get in touch with you. ... read more 3 lenses which help me tackle my Indian Ethnocentrism – you can do it too! As a country that prides itself on it’s ancient history and legacy, it is very easy to get carried away... read more Working with virtual teams in India In this digital age, words like ‘outsourcing’ and ‘virtual teams’ have become by default part of our day-to-day vocabulary. India, being... read more Coffee networking with the Dutch and … who actually pays the bill? I’ve been officially living and working (or, better, running a business) in the Netherlands for 2.5 years. A lot has... read more Overcoming intercultural obstacles in the hospitality industry Taking on a new culture can be daunting, but when you add the challenge of an industry in which communication... read more Moving and Resettling Internationally. 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We thank you for... read more What is an Intercultural Training While there is no official definition of intercultural, or cross-cultural, training, the generally agreed upon definition states it is training... read more In the country of tulips and windmills For a long time, I have been thinking of writing about the cooperation with the Dutch. It took me a... read more Japan differently. An open meeting in the Library and Culture Forum of Olesnica Interested in Japan and its culture? Join me in Poland in the historical city of Olesnica for an open event "Japan... read more How much do you know about Netherlands? How much do you know about The Netherlands? Test yourself in this short quiz. Find the answers below. Good luck!... read more Become an Intercultural Trainer – free online course If you do consider becoming an intercultural trainer, this online course is made for you. 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