2024 Health Meeting VIRTUAL - Session 2B: When Cultures Collide—Cultivating Comradeship in Multicultural Teams 7.23.24 Recording

The world has shrunk and there is no going back. In today’s post-pandemic business landscape, actuaries are frequently being asked to collaborate or lead within multicultural teams dispersed across the globe. The question is, how should companies go about maintaining a sense of team connection across teams that are geographically and demographically different? This session aims to teach actuaries effective strategies for cultivating community and genuine connection within diverse and international teams. Attendees will explore approaches on how to bridge cultural differences and talk through potential pitfalls actuaries can face when working with global teams. At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to: Recognize ways that our cultural backgrounds impact our understanding of team dynamics and business norms Learn tips and techniques for building a culture of camaraderie, particularly in multicultural and global teams Acquire skills to navigate and resolve potential conflicts arising from diverse cultural perspectives Explore case studies and real-world examples illustrating successful strategies for cultivating comradeship in multicultural teams