SCENARIO 1: A communication at the workplace with cultural differences

A team with individuals from various ethnic backgrounds is working on a project at a global
firm. Language, communication methods, and cultural norms can lead to communication
obstacles.

Communication barrier:

There might be misunderstandings and misinterpretations due to team members' varying

degrees of competency in the common working language.

Solution:

Provide team members who might have trouble with the shared working language with
language training sessions or resources. This will boost their language abilities, comprehension,
and break down communication obstacles.

SCENARIO 2: Communication at home with general differences

a multigenerational family that consists of grandparents, parents, and kids lives together.
Generational differences, varying communication preferences, and technology discrepancies all
contribute to communication difficulties.

Communication barrier:

A lack of effective communication may result from the elder generation's preference for
conventional ways of communication while the younger age may primarily rely on digital ones.

Different generations may have different communication styles, such as being direct, formal, or
using slang, which can lead to miscommunications and disputes.

Solution:

Organize technology training workshops for the elder age to introduce them to online
messaging services or video conversations so they may better communicate with the younger
generation.

Encourage all family members, regardless of age, to actively listen and show empathy. Every
generation should try to comprehend and accommodate the communication preferences of
others.
SCENARIO 3: Communication at the classroom with international students with language and
presentation challenges

a context in which students are expected to present their research findings in a multicultural
classroom. Language obstacles, anxiety, and poor presenting skills cause communication
breakdowns.

Communication barrier:

The presentation of their study findings may be unorganized or imprecise because students lack
presentation skills training and expertise.

Solution:

Offer language support services to assist overseas students in developing their language abilities
and overcoming language hurdles during presentations, such as language seminars or private
tutoring.