How can international business leaders bridge cultural gaps while building successful teams?

Peter Brunke shares his journey from German corporate executive to founding EO Executives Orlando and Nuremberg, now helping companies build cross-cultural leadership teams. Peter traces his path through multiple international roles, ultimately developing expertise in navigating the complex differences between European and American business cultures. He discusses how their approach combines traditional executive search with deep cultural understanding.

The conversation explores EO Executives' evolution from pioneering online recruiting in 1997 to being recognized among Germany's top 40 executive search firms. Peter emphasizes the importance of understanding subtle cultural nuances in business practices. The discussion highlights how companies often underestimate cultural differences, leading to costly mistakes in international expansion.

Peter candidly discusses his own cultural learning curve after arriving in America, sharing both humorous and challenging experiences. As an industry veteran, Peter offers insights on helping companies avoid common pitfalls when building international teams, from vacation policies to communication styles.

Mentors who shaped Peter's approach:

Early New York experience teaching business survival skills
Corporate roles providing cross-cultural understanding
Difficult client situations revealing common mistakes
International team experiences informing recruitment practices
Cultural missteps offering valuable learning opportunities

Don't miss this engaging discussion with an executive search leader who's built successful practices in both Europe and America while helping others navigate cultural differences.

References:

Website: https://eoexecutives.com/en/

https://eoexecutives.com/en/consultants/peter-bruenke/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-bruenke-eo

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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