Michael Hoffman: NXP Semiconductors — Staying Relevant on Cross-Functional Teams Innovative Legal Leadership

The globalization of many in-house legal teams has become one of the greatest individual challenges for up-and-coming legal professionals. Yet, Michael Hoffman, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Counsel at NXP Semiconductors, realized early in his international career that law is a universal language.


Michael shares his insights on recognizing cultural differences and how in-house leaders can be good business partners in a cross-functional environment.  



Join us as we discuss:



- Appreciating hindsight when leaving your comfort zone (6:03)

- Cultural challenges in an overseas legal department (12:00)

- Leveraging data and technology on a cross-functional team (24:12)


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