Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions

Question 1

Individualism

Answer 1

Based on individual success and goals

Question 2

Collectivism

Answer 2

Based on groupism and success as a group

Question 3

High Power Distance

Answer 3

where authority is not questioned; hierarchy in societal values

Question 4

Low Power Distance

Answer 4

Where everyone is equal standard; authority is often questioned

Question 5

How does it relate to face negotiation theory based individualism and collectivism?

Answer 5

individual vs collectivism = own face vs mutual face

Question 6

How does it relate to face negotiation theory based on low vs high power distance?

Answer 6

low vs high power distance = formal language towards authority vs direct open towards authority

Question 7

What is the main point of how Hofstede’s Cultural Dimension relates to Face Negotiation Theory?

Answer 7

Managing their face through culture

Question 8

Uncertainty Avoidance

Answer 8

How society deals with avoidance, uncertainty

Question 9

Long vs Short Term orientation

Answer 9

Long term orientation - a long term goal

short term orientation is to get instant gratification

Question 10

Indulgence and Restrain

Answer 10

Avoiding overdoing it to feel better despite the potential short term “benefits” vs Discipline