Summary:
The book explores the impact of cultural differences on international business and communication, presenting a framework for understanding cultural dimensions and their effects on organizational behavior. It provides empirical research and practical examples to illustrate how cultural values shape human thinking, organizations, and nations, offering strategies for working effectively across cultural boundaries.
Key points:
1. Cultural Dimensions: The book presents Hofstede's six cultural dimensions: power distance, individualism vs collectivism, masculinity vs femininity, uncertainty avoidance, long-term vs short-term orientation, and indulgence vs restraint. These are used to analyze and understand different cultures.
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