Chapter 11 Flashcards
Define Uncertainty Avoidance
The degree in which someone requires security. Someone with high uncertainty avoidance would take a secure job with benefits where someone with low uncertainty would take riskier opportunities.
Define Individualism
Highly individualist cultures believe individual is most important unit
Define Masculinity
Masculinity stands for a society in which social gender roles are clearly distinct: Men are supposed to be assertive, tough, and focused on material success; women are supposed to be more modest, tender, and concerned with the quality of life.
Define Femininity
Femininity stands for a society in which social gender roles overlap: Both men and women are supposed to be modest, tender, and concerned with the quality of life
Define Collectivism
Highly collectivistic cultures believe group is most important unit
The typical Mexican employee is…
Mexicans are:
Family Focused
Males focus is on being breadwinner
Effectively managed authoritatively and paternal
Explain Paternal Leadership Style
Acting like a father figure.
Focusing on building a long lasting relationship on trust and loyalty.
Explain Authoritative Leadership Style
One way street. Leader makes decision and employees follow it up. Like a police officer in traffic.
What Motivates Russians
Strong, charismatic leaders
Job security
Describe American reward systems
Social status
Financial
Career progression
Describe Japanese reward systems
Bonuses
Seniority
Permanent work (security)
Describe Chinese reward systems
Social Benefits
Pay for Performance and Equity based rewards
Three things needed to be a Global Leader
Intelectual Capital: Global business and organization knowledge
Social Capital: Ability to build trusting relationships
Psychological Capital: Openness to differences and change
Four pillars of Leadership Effectiveness
Trustworthiness
Visionary
Communicative
Inspirational
