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🌐 Building Bridges: Canadian Norms for Diverse Teams
In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME, John Edward McGraw, multicultural workplace expert and founder of Hiyaku Coaching, shares actionable insights on how Canadian businesses can build inclusive, high-performing teams. Learn how frameworks like SHAPE, SPEAK, and LEAP help reduce culture-based misunderstandings and foster collaboration.
Key Highlights:
✅ SHAPE – Understand core Canadian workplace values: Sociability, Harmony, Acceptance, Privacy, Efficiency
✅ SPEAK – Communicate inclusively with clarity and respect
✅ LEAP – Navigate unfamiliar situations with curiosity and insight
✅ Practical onboarding tips for international hires to prevent costly miscommunication
✅ Creating a culture of curiosity, humility, and psychological safety for long-term successTrue inclusion unlocks innovation, loyalty, and competitive advantage.
Read the full interview by @maheen-bari here: 🌐 https://canadiansme.ca/building-bridges-canadian-norms-for-diverse-teams/
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