This paper clarifies different factors that affect international teams and their overall performance when working on a common goal. Besides the obvious problems that come with an international work force it is apparent that the inherent diversity likely comprises the possibility to achieve high performance which finally determines the success of an international team.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Creating the team
- Establishing basics rules of team work
- Cultural diversity and problems affecting performance
- Performance and problem solving
- Impact of the team leader and style of management
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to analyze the factors that influence the success of international teams in a globalized business environment. The paper explores the challenges and opportunities that arise from cultural diversity and the impact of leadership styles on team performance.
- The impact of cultural diversity on team performance and cohesion
- The role of leadership styles in managing international teams
- The importance of establishing clear rules and communication strategies
- The potential benefits of cultural diversity for innovation and problem-solving
- The long-term advantages of international teams over homogeneous teams
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the increasing importance of international teams in a globalized business environment. It highlights the potential benefits of cultural diversity for company performance but acknowledges the challenges involved in managing such teams.
- Creating the team: This section focuses on the initial steps of creating a successful international team, including the importance of establishing a shared language, communication methods, and a clear understanding of team goals.
- Establishing basics rules of team work: This section emphasizes the need to establish clear rules and procedures for team work, taking into account cultural differences in work approaches and expectations.
- Cultural diversity and problems affecting performance: This chapter discusses the potential problems that cultural diversity can create in teams, including differences in communication styles, leadership expectations, and conflict resolution approaches.
- Performance and problem solving: This section examines the impact of cultural diversity on team performance and problem-solving abilities, highlighting the potential for both challenges and opportunities in this context.
- Impact of the team leader and style of management: This chapter focuses on the critical role of leadership in managing international teams. It explores the importance of leadership style, cultural awareness, and the impact of power distance on team dynamics.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The paper focuses on the themes of international teams, cultural diversity, leadership styles, team performance, and communication strategies. It also examines the concepts of uncertainty avoidance, individualism vs. collectivism, and power distance.
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- Anonym (Autor:in), 2014, Success factors of international teams. Influence on the overall performance, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1036998