Session 6 Flashcards
1
Q
Name and explain the 7 dimensions by Trompenaars
A
- Universalism / particularism
- importance to rules vs. personal relationships - Individualism / communitarism
- function as individual vs. as community - Specific / diffuse
- compartmentalize vs. integration - Affectivity / Neutrality
- display emotions vs. keep confined - Achieved status / ascribed status
- status has to be achieved vs. is ascribes - Sequential / synchronic cultures
- do things step by step vs. multitasking - Inner control / External control
- think environment can be controlled vs. vis versa
2
Q
How do Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner difference “neutral” and “affective”?
A
Neutral (Japan),
- will not reveal thought or emotion
- no physical touch
- cool conduct is admired
- monotone statements
Affective (Italy),
- reveal toughts and emotions non + verbally
- Touch + gesturing
- animated expression admired
- dramatic statements
3
Q
What strategies would you apply when dealing with people from an “individual” culture?
A
You have to
4
Q
Which are the 6 leadership styles of the GLOBE study?
A
- Charismatic - value based
- Team - oriented
- Participative
- Humane
- Self-protective
- Autonomous
5
Q
Which two leadership styles of the GLOBE study were considered to contribute universally to outstanding leadership?
A
- Charismatic / value based
inspiring - Team - oriented
6
Q
Which two items does the Globe study compare to show discrepancy between ideal and actual behaviour in companies from different cultures?
A
- Practice score (CEOs behavior)
- Value score (Leadership expectations within a society)
One of the few studies that focuses on the contrast between values and actual practice
