Inside the Global Professional’s Mind
Do you consistently interact with people from different cultures and countries in your work?
You can be considered a global professional if you:
In today’s interconnected world, it’s relatively easy to be categorized as a global professional. However, this role comes with its own set of challenges.
Let’s take a closer look at three primary psychological processes that shape the experience of global professionals working in culturally diverse contexts.
Identity formation is the process of defining who we are and developing a sense of “self” based on personal experiences, social roles, and cultural context (McCall & Simmons, 1978; Turner et al., 1987). While we may hold different identities in various contexts (e.g., home vs. work), our identities are primarily shaped by our social environment and culture. Identities are fluid and dynamic—we continually revise existing ones and adopt new ones........
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