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Welcome to another episode of the 'Working With Us' podcast! Host Paul Arnesen is joined by Christina Rundcrants to delve deep into the intricacies of Swedish work culture. From the concept of 'Lagom' to the enigma that is Zlatan Ibrahimovich, we explore what makes Swedish work culture unique.

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My guest is Christina Rundcrantz, a Senior Consultant at BBi Communication specialising in Intercultural Leadership and Communication. With a strong academic foundation in language studies and national economics, Christina is committed to building trust within international teams. She's a seasoned seminar speaker and has presented in multiple countries, offering insights in English, French, and her native Swedish. Her work is dedicated to bridging communication gaps and unlocking the full potential of diversity in international work environments.

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Chapters

00:00:13: Introduction
00:01:30: Background and interest in Swedish culture
00:02:36: Exploring the concept of Lagom
00:04:08: Swedes' inclination towards moderation
00:05:28: The Law of Jante and its prevalence in Sweden
00:08:01: Zlatan Ibrahimovich's defiance of the Jante Law
00:10:16: Describing a typical Swedish professional
00:12:23: Misconceptions about Swedish professionals
00:15:06: Overcoming Swedish reluctance to promote success
00:17:16: Understanding Swedish attitude towards engineering skills
00:19:08: The global success of IKEA's business model
00:21:01: Contrasting Italian and Swedish cultural norms
00:22:23: Challenges of socializing and making friends in Sweden
00:23:24: The concept of the Swedish "coconut" culture
00:24:47: Asking for help in Sweden
00:25:24: Humility, honesty, and teamwork
00:27:02: Cultural diversity and generalizations
00:29:10: Planning and socializing in Sweden
00:30:25: After-work activities (AV)
00:32:13: Work-life balance and socializing
00:33:41: Different perceptions of working hard
00:35:28: Importance of work-life balance in Sweden
00:38:45: Capitalizing on drive and ambition in Sweden
00:42:41: Challenges of motivating Swedes
00:48:09: The use of "please"
00:50:35: Differences within Scandinavian context
00:57:20: Bridge the Gaps with Swedes
01:00:50: Misconceptions about Swedish Commitment

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