What might be the challenges of communicating across cultures? by Peter James Skalberg https://padlet.com/peterskalberg/dpmrdo6u6mi6pyjw en-us 2024-10-31 01:48:32 UTC 2025-08-20 07:34:18 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/peterskalberg/dpmrdo6u6mi6pyjw/wish/3548702657 Language differences

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• tone of voice (in some cultures loud is the norm but to other cultures it may come off as rude)

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  • misunderstanding due to language barriers

  • Different culture practices that could influence communication styles (power distance for example)

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