Brendan Thomas Quinn

Brendan Thomas Quinn has spent over 25 years helping multicultural organisations get out of their own way. Based in Barcelona, he works with global teams and leaders worldwide on the things that quietly derail collaboration: misaligned expectations, communication breakdowns, and decisions that look rational in one culture and baffling in another. He runs cross-cultural workshops, advises leadership teams, and lectures in Cross-Cultural Communication at an international business school in Barcelona.

Working with Catalans

Working with Catalans: A Practical Guide for International Professionals

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Chinese Work Culture

Chinese Work Culture: Key Cultural Considerations for Global Professionals

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Singapore Work Culture: Why Singaporeans Work Faster Than Regional Teams — And Why That’s Not Their Fault

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CQ - Cultural Intelligence

Why Being “Smart” at Work Isn’t Enough – Enter Cultural Intelligence

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