Arona Maskil

The author is an inter-cultural expert specializing in relocation and cultural intelligence (CQ) training for individuals and organizations. www.AronaMaskil.com.

 Big tech (illustrative).

Recent tech layoffs reflect not just economic realities but cultural truths - opinion

A couple kisses and holds each other in a cafe.

Dating divides: The language of love doesn't always translate - opinion

 GOOGLE HEADQUARTERS in New York City: In 2014, Google acquired the start-up Nest, known for its innovation and automation capabilities. However, the two companies soon proved to be culturally incompatible, the writer notes.

Mergers and acquisitions: The impact of corporate culture


Navigating cultural gaps is key for business development - opinion

As companies expand their reach into new markets, they encounter diverse cultural norms, and communication styles that can impact their operations and interactions with customers, and partners.

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Here is everything you need to know about lay-offs and dismissals - explainer

Companies across the world are being forced to lay off thousands of people due to recession.

 The Google logo at Alphabet's Googleplex headquarters in Mountain View, California, in 2018.

What is the right attitude for working in the UAE?

UAE’s work environment is defined as multicultural since only a small percentage of the workforce is local.

PEOPLE LEARN about Ramadan and Emirati culture at Jumeirah Mosque in Dubai in 2019.

We all speak English, so what’s the problem?

Israeli companies made 61 exits for a total of $4.9 billion in 2018. These are staggering numbers, evidencing the success in fields such as life sciences, vehicle security and various hi-tech fields.

Business meeting (stock photo)

The big deal about 'small talk'

But there’s nothing superficial about the role small talk plays in American professional culture.

Morning commuters are seen outside the New York Stock Exchange.

The American Dream? Not everything is rosy in relocation

The dream of relocation is possible and can be successful, but there are various pitfalls you should know about and avoid.

A woman plays with her dog as the municipality building is lit in the colours of the American flag on the first day of U.S. President Donald Trump's visit in Israel, in Tel Aviv, Israel May 22, 2017.

'This is very interesting...' - the danger of similarity

Business meeting (stock photo)