Going Southern - Acculturation Course Outline
Not from around here? Want to put your best foot forward? This course will guide you through the unique culture of the American Southeast, one of the fastest growing Global Villages in the US. Ideal for New Southerners and those who work with them: healthcare professionals, international interns & educators, sales specialists and HR directors.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
Understand the Southern mindset and its interface with the global mindset
Bridge cultural differences with a minimum of stress
Develop cross-cultural communication skills with Southern flair
Avoid culture clashes where Southern & Global connect
COURSE OUTLINE
Topic I: What is Southern Culture?
Where is the South: How geography, demographics & history connect
Who is Southern: Identifying cultural patterns & demographics
What is the Southern mindset:
Topic II: Learn Cultural Short Hand
How we can quickly absorb Southern culture: Arts, Symbols & other Cultural Expressions
Topic III: Intercultural Communication
What is verbal communication Southern-style: Why are they saying that?
What is or non-verbal communication Southern-style: Why are they doing that?
What are the common communication challenges for newcomers: Learn, adapt or change
Topic IV: Culture Clash - Flash Points
Why are culture clashes happening at work? Tips for a newly diverse workforce
What are the most frequent questions non-Southerners ask about the South?
What are the most difficult questions nonSoutherners ask? Advanced Q & A
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