Ep 16: Cultural Intelligence In Practise with Lucy Butters

Cultural intelligence is an essential capability in today’s interconnected world. In this episode of The Coaching Chapters Podcast, I’m joined by Lucy Butters, one of only ten Master Facilitators in Cultural Intelligence in the world, CQ Fellow, and author of Cultural Intelligence in Practice, for a thoughtful conversation on navigating cultural complexity, leadership, and working effectively across difference. Lucy shares her experience of supporting organisations across sectors, from universities and healthcare to banking and engineering, helping leaders and teams develop the awareness, adaptability, and mindset needed to collaborate across cultures. In a world shaped by global mobility, diverse teams, and shifting geopolitical dynamics, we explore why cultural intelligence has never been more important.We discuss:✅ What cultural intelligence really means beyond diversity and inclusion✅ Why pausing and creating intentional thinking spaces strengthens collaboration✅ The growing complexity of identity in a globalised world✅ Why cultural intelligence strengthens emotional intelligence and leadership impactThis episode is for coaches, leaders, educators, and professionals working in diverse or global environments who want to strengthen how they communicate, collaborate, and lead across cultures.I’d love to hear what resonated with you.#CulturalIntelligence #GlobalLeadership #InclusiveLeadership #CrossCulturalLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachingPodcast #DiversityAndInclusion #GlobalTeams #TheCoachingChapters