Small Steps to Build Your Global Mindset
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Sep 02, 2024
Small Steps to Build Your Global Mindset
It’s about building the habit of thinking beyond your immediate surroundings, no major pivots or expensive travel required (though that’s fun too!).
We think cultivating a global mindset requires major disruption to our business or life. Not so!
- News beyond the usual: Follow at least one news source from a different country to get a fresh perspective.
- Currency awareness: Know the rough exchange rate for a few major currencies. Makes those foreign orders less abstract.
- Time zone savvy: If you work with anyone abroad, being able to quickly figure out their time zone builds rapport.
- Language learning (even casual): Duolingo for 10 mins a day exposes you to how other cultures express themselves.
- Intentional outsourcing: Hire a VA from another country. Cross-cultural communication is a key modern business skill.
- Travel like a local, not a tourist: If you do get a chance, prioritize experiences that give you on-the-ground insights.
What everyday product do you use that was likely made in another country?
The next time you order supplies, see if there’s a source in a country you rarely do business with.