In this episode, Lauren Rosario-Maldonado discusses the importance of cultural intelligence in leadership. She shares her journey from starting up HR departments to founding Cultura Global, a company that develops leadership skills rooted in cultural intelligence. Lauren explains how cultural intelligence can be applied in the workplace and how it can help organizations improve their cultural values and coexist with different cultures. She also emphasizes the role of mentors in her own career and the importance of humility in leadership. Finally, Lauren shares her favorite podcasts and reading materials and provides her contact information for those interested in her services.Takeaways

Cultural intelligence is a framework that helps individuals adapt to different contexts and effectively coexist with diverse cultures.
Leaders can apply cultural intelligence in the workplace by assessing their organization's current state, understanding their own cultural values, and crafting action plans to improve cultural intelligence capabilities.
Mentors play a crucial role in leadership development and can provide guidance and support throughout one's career.
Humility is a strength in leadership and allows leaders to listen, understand, and adapt to different perspectives.
Podcasts like Hidden Brain and reading materials on cultural intelligence can provide valuable insights and knowledge for leadership development.

Loren's journey has been far from ordinary. She has traveled the world for twenty-five years as a People Strategist, honing her human resources, leadership coaching, and change management expertise. At every turn, she has gained a deep understanding of how to build, grow, and scale high-performing teams. As a respected thought leader, she has dedicated her life to combining insightful perspectives with a passion for creating human-centered experiences both in and out of the workplace.

Loren is committed to cultivating leadership in people at all levels. Her guidance has transformed organizations and set the standard for excellence across various industries. But something was missing from her journey. She realized that her connections were superficial until she discovered the power of cultural intelligence.

In her latest book, Becoming the Change: The Power of Cultural Intelligence, Loren explores how embracing cultural intelligence can lead to self-discovery. Drawing from her multicultural experiences and extensive research, she offers a unique and insightful perspective on how cultural intelligence can unlock personal growth and a deeper understanding of oneself and the world. With empathy and attention to detail, Loren creates narratives that resonate with people from all walks of life. Loren's journey continues, and she invites you to join her on this extraordinary odyssey – through her book, speaking engagements, or coaching.

Get in Touch with Loren:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenrosariomaldonado/

https://www.cultura.global/

https://www.lorenrosario.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Change-Power-Cultural-Intelligence-ebook/dp/B0CPCH31ZK

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