Understand how cultural differences between hot- and cold-climate cultures influence interactions and behaviors to improve cross-cultural communication.
"Foreign to Familiar: A Guide to Understanding Hot- and Cold-Climate Cultures" offers essential insights into the fundamental differences between hot-climate (relationship-oriented) and cold-climate (task-oriented) cultures.
Lanier draws from her extensive experience in cross-cultural settings to explain how these cultural distinctions affect communication styles, social interactions, and expectations.
By categorizing cultures into these two broad types, the book provides practical guidance for anyone working in or traveling to different cultural environments.
Lanier’s accessible writing and real-life examples help readers navigate cultural nuances, fostering better understanding and collaboration in diverse settings.
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