I just say things as they are – is a phrase we often hear. It reveals that the person saying it has very low cultural and emotional intelligence
Finn Majlergaard
Dr. Finn Majlergaard is a globally recognised French expert in cross-cultural leadership, organisational culture, and global business strategy.
He is the founder and CEO of Gugin, a consulting and training firm specialising in helping organisations leverage cultural diversity to build high-performing corporate cultures.
🎓 Academic and Professional Background
Dr. Majlergaard holds a doctoral degree in cross-cultural leadership from the International School of Management (ISM), with campuses in Paris, New York, Tokyo, and Shanghai.
He also earned an MBA from Henley Business School in the UK.
Before founding Gugin in 2001, he held international positions at IBM, CSC, and Arthur Andersen Business Consulting.
🌍 Global Consultant and Keynote Speaker
He is known for his thought-provoking keynotes on cultural intelligence, global leadership, and AI’s impact on culture. He’s spoken worldwide to inspire leadership transformation.
📚 Author and Entrepreneur
He has authored books and founded ventures such as Educated Singles and DissertationNurse.
🎓 Academic Involvement
He teaches at global institutions including HEC Executive Education in Paris and has worked with over 600 companies worldwide.
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