How to advance your cultural intelligence

To be culturally intelligent, you must be curious and open-minded — and the benefits can be transformative.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Cultural intelligence (CQ) refers to the ability to adapt to new cultural settings and work effectively within them.

• Developing strong CQ gives you knowledge and skills to adapt to the complicated interactions across cultures.

• Four specific skills that flow in a virtuous circle can help leaders develop CQ.