Introduction : positioning cultural intelligence in the global economy -- Understanding cultural intelligence. -- What is cultural intelligence and why does it matter? -- Preparing your mind: the cultural strategic thinking basis of CQ -- Directing your energy: the motivational basis of CQ -- Presenting yourself: the behavioral basis of CQ -- Applying CQ to your workplace. Working effectively in the culturally diverse workplace -- Succeeding in global work assignments -- Building high performing global teams -- Leading globally -- Summary and concluding thoughts.