Multicultural Leadership and Project Management in Global Environments
Multicultural Leadership and Project Management in Global Environments
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https://doi.org/10.51473/rcmos.v2i2.2022.1538Keywords:
multicultural leadership; project management; intercultural communication; globalization; adaptive leadership.Abstract
Multicultural leadership has established itself as one of the central pillars of project management in global environments. Leaders who speak multiple languages and understand different cultures not only enhance teams' communication capabilities but also strengthen conflict resolution, organizational motivation, and effective decision-making. This article explores how intercultural communication becomes a strategic integration tool in international projects, where factors such as diverse values, social norms, and expectations directly impact collective performance. Furthermore, it proposes an adaptive leadership model capable of guiding globalized companies in dealing with cultural complexity while fostering innovation, engagement, and operational efficiency.
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