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Which element of culture is considered invisible?
Which element of culture is considered invisible?
In high context cultures, what is emphasized more in communication?
In high context cultures, what is emphasized more in communication?
What does Hofstede’s cultural dimension of power distance describe?
What does Hofstede’s cultural dimension of power distance describe?
Which of the following best characterizes low context cultures?
Which of the following best characterizes low context cultures?
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What is a key feature of culture according to Kroeber and Kluckhohn?
What is a key feature of culture according to Kroeber and Kluckhohn?
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Study Notes
Culture's Influence on Leadership
- Culture significantly impacts leadership, especially in today's globalized world, where leaders often supervise diverse teams.
Culture Definitions
- Kroeber and Kluckhohn: Culture is transmitted patterns of values, ideas, & symbolic systems shaping behaviour.
- Hofstede: Culture is the "software of the mind," influencing thoughts & actions.
- Hall: Culture dictates how messages are understood and communicated.
Elements of Culture
- Cultural elements are both visible (e.g., buildings, clothing, food) and invisible (e.g., beliefs, values, assumptions).
- These elements are shared amongst group members, passed down generations, impacting thinking & actions, and are both stable and dynamic.
Hall's Cultural Model
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High-context cultures: (e.g., Asian, Mediterranean, Latin American)
- Emphasize indirect communication using more figurative language.
- Rely more on nonverbal communication.
- Prioritize trust & personal relationships over formal contracts.
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Low-context cultures: (e.g., North European, US)
- Favor direct, explicit communication using precise language.
- Rely heavily on verbal & written communication.
- Govern actions through formal contracts & legal agreements.
Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions
- Power Distance: The degree to which a society accepts unequal power distributions.
- Individualism-Collectivism: Focus on individual versus group needs & values.
- Masculinity-Femininity: Degree that society emphasizes competition or cooperation.
- Uncertainty Avoidance: Tolerance for ambiguity and risk.
- Time Orientation: Preference for short-term versus long-term goals.
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Description
This quiz explores how culture impacts leadership styles in a globalized world. It covers definitions of culture, elements of culture, and various cultural communication models. Test your understanding of cultural dynamics and their role in effective leadership.
