HQ listens to the people it already trusts. At our R.E.D. Learning Day hosted by Autoliv, Jean-Luc Giraud and Kevin Hong shared how regional HR leaders build trust, credibility and value with headquarters, long before they need HQ to say yes.
R.E.D. Learning Day Recap: How to influence headquarters from the region Read More »
A team found out about a workshop at the last minute and walked in angry. Here is what poor communication really costs, and how to find the root cause without blaming anyone.
Cost of poor communication in the workplace: a real case Read More »
In Session 3 of the Speak Up Program, a case study workshop revealed real growth — participants moved from simply speaking up to negotiating with data, ownership, and empathy to reach agreement across HQ and overseas teams.
On July 1–2, 2026, more than 30 managers and senior leaders participated in the Speak Up Across Cultures workshop, exploring practical communication tools, real business cases, and interactive exercises to strengthen collaboration with German colleagues.
Training: Communicating Effectively with German Colleagues Read More »
Discover key insights from the latest R.E.D. Forum as HR leaders discussed AI integration and expatriate compensation strategies.
R.E.D. Forum: AI Integration and Expatriate Compensation Read More »
At a recent R.E.D. HR Leadership Forum in Shanghai, three senior HR leaders explored a difficult question: Why do global HR initiatives struggle in China? The answer may not be what HQ expects.
Global HR Initiatives in China: Why HQ Fails with Local Teams Read More »
What helps HR leaders maintain trust, performance, and humanity during transformation? In a conversation with Evi Hatzioannou, former General Manager HR at the National Bank of Greece, we explored leadership, integrity, and why difficult moments need more humanity—not less.
R.E.D. Interview: HRDs Leading Through Transformation Read More »
Cross-cultural communication becomes even more complex at leadership level.
During the second session of our “Speak Up Across Cultures” program, senior leaders explored real communication obstacles, challenged cultural frameworks, and engaged in deep discussions to improve collaboration across global teams.
During the first session of our “Speak Up Across Cultures” program, international team members explored how cultural differences impact communication, collaboration, and trust in global teams.
Workshop: Speak Up Across Cultures for Global Teams Read More »
Every year, Marion Campan spends 10 days in complete silence. No phone. No talking. No distractions. In her TEDx talk “The Power of Discomfort,” she explores how our lives are shaped not by discomfort itself, but by how we react to it.
