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Mastering intercultural collaboration – what tips and tools can help? Do you work in an international environment – or will you soon be welcoming new colleagues from other cultures? How can communication succeed when not everyone is on the same language level? What should you do when small talk creates closeness in one culture but seems strange in another? How can you present yourself in a way that ensures your message is understood internationally? Our compact intercultural toolkits for...

Veröffentlicht am 25. Jul 2025

"72% would leave – for a more inclusive employer." That’s what the Workforce Happiness Index reveals (CNBC/SurveyMonkey, 2021). If you still see DE&I as a "nice to have," you risk losing top talent. Our whitepaper "DE&I as a Strategic Competitive Advantage" shows how companies with a truly inclusive culture not only retain employees but also measurably boost innovation and profitability. Whether it’s honest feedback, consciously inclusive meetings, or small everyday nudges, inclusion starts...

Veröffentlicht am 25. Jul 2025

New job, new city – check But lunchtime in the cafeteria? Silent. Your partner at home? Alone. Your child? Still without a place in daycare. Welcome to Germany – or maybe not? Belonging doesn't happen by itself. Integration can only succeed if both sides actively participate – the company as well as the international talent themselves. This often determines whether talents stay or are already thinking about leaving. Integration means giving them and their families the chance to gain a...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

Global diversity, local impact. Our motto: Good training doesn't just come from input – it comes from genuine interaction. What makes training truly effective is not just methods and models – it's the people who apply them. At ICUnet.Group , we have experts with expertise in over 75 cultures and 50 nationalities: Our international network of over 300 experienced trainers combines specialist knowledge with cultural sensitivity, pedagogical finesse, and many years of experience in dealing with...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

“I want to be an ally—but where do I start?” Many people initially associate allyship with being friendly and not discriminating against anyone. But that's not enough. It's not enough to not be part of the problem. The key is to take responsibility. That means actively supporting where passivity is not enough. Privileges are often invisible. Here are a few examples: Viewing an apartment without worrying about being rejected because of your appearance. Having a name that doesn't raise...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

What do I say when my gut feeling raises alarm bells during a conversation with new applicants, but I don't know exactly why? This is a classic scenario and an example of how unconscious assumptions shape our decisions – subtly, often with good intentions, but nevertheless effectively. Our e-learning courses on unconscious bias and psychological safety address precisely these issues: How can I recognize what is (unconsciously) influencing me? How can I create spaces where people feel...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

From best practices to next practices: inspiration for modern leadership Leadership in transition? This year's DGFP conference asked precisely this question – and focused on how we can actively shape change, make courageous decisions, and put humanity and sustainability at the center of our efforts. Julia Bindrich (Managing Director of ICU Business Consulting GmbH) and Fritz Audebert (CEO & Founder of ICUnet.Group) were also in attendance, bringing new perspectives on modern leadership and...

Veröffentlicht am 22. Jul 2025

Social justice doesn’t end at the office door – quite the opposite! Employers play a crucial role: they shape company cultures, set frameworks, and have the responsibility to actively promote equal opportunities. But the reality often looks different: One in three experiences discrimination in the workplace. Only two out of five people would report an incident. More than half don’t even know who to turn to. (Source: Global Workforce View Study, 2020) These aren’t new findings – but still,...

Veröffentlicht am 07. Mar 2025

Let’s get Digital Learning rolling with Learnhub: Knowledge at your fingertips about Intercultural Competences, Diversity & Inclusion and Future Skills. We’ve got something exciting to share with you! Our Brand-New E-Learning Nuggets are here to spice up your Inclusion Journey! 🚀 We’ve created a huge digital learning universe in the field of Diversity & Inclusion that includes directly applicable tips for practice! 📚 Off-the-Shelf: A variety of short, interactive, and practical e-learning...

Veröffentlicht am 30. Jun 2023

We say thank you! 🧡 We look back happily on the inspiring Diversity Month that lies behind us: We were happy to come together regularly in May to celebrate diversity and inclusion in the ICUnet.Group. It was a great month with many inspiring exciting initiatives from our inclusion@icunet team . Once again, thank you for the varied, informative and entertaining programme! The sessions have given us valuable insights into the importance of diversity in the workplace and many practical...

Veröffentlicht am 05. Jun 2023