Drive Results.
Align Teams.
Lead Across Difference.
Facing friction, disengagement, or breakdowns in communication? You’re not alone. Across industries—business, education, healthcare, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations—leaders are asking the same question: How do we perform at a high level in a world of difference?
The Cultural Intelligence Center Can Help
We believe in the power of CQ® and its ability to transform the way we work, interact, and exist in today’s world.
Cultural Intelligence (CQ®) is a proven framework to:
- Improve collaboration
- Build trust across differences and teams
- Reduce turnover and burnout
- Equip leaders to adapt and lead effectively anywhere
Our solutions have helped thousands of people in hundreds of countries for over 20 years. When people understand their similarities and differences, they can communicate more effectively and build stronger relationships.
No matter where you are on your Cultural Intelligence journey,
our team is here to help you move forward.
What is CQ®?
CQ® is your ability to navigate cultural and behavioral differences with confidence—whether leading a multi-generational team, expanding into diverse global markets, or simply working with people who think and behave differently from you.
There are four capabilities of CQ®:
CQ® Drive
Your motivation and curiosity to engage across cultures.
CQ® Knowledge
Understanding different norms, values, and ways of thinking without stereotypes.
CQ® Strategy
The ability to plan and adjust based on cultural differences.
CQ® Action
Adapting your communication and behavior to work effectively in any setting.
Everyone has different behavioral preferences. CQ® is about understanding your own preferences, identifying the preferences of others, and using that understanding to accommodate differences in your interactions with others.
What is Cultural Intelligence?What Can CQ® Do for You?
Are workplace conflicts, high turnover, or poor communication holding your team back?
Research shows that improving CQ® leads to:
- Stronger team collaboration
- Reduced conflict
- Higher employee retention and engagement
- Increased innovation and productivity
- Improved decision-making
- Stronger leadership
Ready to learn more?
Personality is fixed, but CQ® is a skill we can grow to adapt across cultures. Check out our latest white paper.
Cultural Intelligence has resulted in one of our most profitable leadership development initiatives. The program has helped our company build bridges across different cultures and has played a direct role in the growth of our business in emerging markets.
–Guido G.
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Global brands, universities, and health care organizations trust the Cultural Intelligence Center because
our proven methodology improves teamwork, decision-making, and fosters a culture of belonging.
