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Cultural Integration Vs Cultural Assimilation (Striking the Right Balance)

  • 1.  Cultural Integration Vs Cultural Assimilation (Striking the Right Balance)

    Posted 2025-04-18 00:38

    Have you ever watched two companies' "merge" but only one culture survived? The other? Ghosted

    One of the biggest risks in a merger is forcing a cultural takeover instead of fostering true cultural integration. 

    Common Pitfall: Assuming one culture should dominate.

    Stronger Strategy: Choosing the best from both legacies and co-creating a new identity worth believing in that reflects the strengths of each.

    ? What practical steps have you used for successful cultural integration?

    ? What is one cultural challenge you have seen in M&A?

    Drop your thoughts below ⇓



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    Marilyn Wamalwa
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