Workshop Generational and Cross-Cultural Conflicts in Teams: Decoding the Cultural Code through Geert Hofstede’s Model

September 23
17:00–18:30
Online
Timing: 90 minutes, including Q&A

Why does it matter?

Why do some teams thrive while others get stuck in endless disagreements? What does it take to build effective communication in a cross-cultural environment?

The answer lies not in individual personalities, but in our "mental software." As Geert Hofstede famously stated, "Culture is the collective programming of the mind." When people from different cultures interact, it is not simply opinions that clash, but deeply rooted values: attitudes toward authority, tolerance for uncertainty, the balance between "I" and "We," masculine versus feminine values, and much more.

Join us to discover how understanding cultural patterns can help reprogram communication in your team for greater collaboration and success.

Who should attend:

HR Directors and professionals shaping corporate culture
Mediators seeking deeper insight into the hidden drivers of conflict
CEOs and leaders managing globally diverse teams
Anyone interested in organizational behavior, culture, and communication

What you will gain:

Moving beyond surface-level advice, we will explore the structure of societies through Hofstede’s cultural dimensions framework.

Key Topics

Power Distance
How societies perceive inequality and why, in some cultures, a manager is seen as a partner, while in others as an unquestionable authority.
Individualism vs. Collectivism
Whether people define themselves primarily as "I" or as "We."
Uncertainty Avoidance
Why some teams thrive in startup-style ambiguity while others require detailed procedures and guidelines.
Masculinity vs. Femininity
What drives performance more effectively: competition and achievement, or cooperation and support?
Long-Term Orientation
How to align expectations and negotiate timelines when people operate with different planning horizons.
Indulgence vs. Restraint
How cultural attitudes toward enjoyment and self-control influence work ethics, motivation, and team energy.

Speaker: Ruslan Lemeshchuk

Legal scholar, attorney, certified mediator, and adaptation and reintegration consultant. Expert in resolving complex conflicts and conducting negotiations in civil and commercial settings. She specializes in mediation, conflict resolution, and intercultural communication in organizational environments.