Suggests that many corporate efforts to impart their own culture, leadership style, and business practices in other parts of the world are producing less than optimum results. Provides examples of how to adapt training for multicultural settings. (JOW)

Provides communications tips for trainers who are not native English speakers: speak slowly and distinctly; memorize unusual pronunciation sounds; avoid emphasizing the wrong syllables. Suggests that the best way to become a better speaker is to practice. (JOW)

Describes how two Peace Corps volunteers used elements of indigenous culture to help village leaders in the Pacific Islands learn about management, planning, and brainstorming. (JOW)