Become a member of a German team

This seminar is designed to help participants successfully integrate into a German team by understanding the unique dynamics, expectations, and communication styles that define teamwork in Germany. Through practical insights, participants will learn how to navigate the structure, hierarchy, and professional standards expected in German teams.
Topics Covered:

* Hierarchy in German Teams: Explore the role of hierarchy in decision-making, leadership, and daily interactions within a German team.
* Team Dynamics: Understand how German teams function, emphasizing individual responsibility, collaboration, and the balance between autonomy and group effort.
* Expectations for Professionalism: Learn the importance of punctuality, reliability, and precision, key values that define professionalism in German workplaces.
* Conflict Management: Discover the direct approach Germans often take when handling conflicts and how to engage in constructive, solution-oriented discussions.
* Structure of German Teams: Get familiar with the organized, process-driven structure typical of German teams, where roles and responsibilities are clearly defined
* Error Culture and Criticism: Understand how Germans view mistakes and criticism, with a focus on growth, improvement, and honest feedback.
Kursprogramm
About the referent Franka Elsbett-Klumpers:
Since 2005, I have been working independently as a freelance trainer and consultant, focusing on personal and professional development. Prior to this, I served as a marketing manager in China and Malaysia, and later took on various HR leadership roles in both large corporations and medium-sized companies in Germany. I am a certified trainer for business etiquette and specialize in communication, presentation, and intercultural competence. My goal ist o empower individuals and teams to reach their full potential in diverse professional environments.

Link zum Kursbeitritt auf StudOn: https://www.studon.fau.de/crs5984781_join.html