Business Culture in Norway
Which phrase best describes Norwegian business culture? A. Equality, trust, and balance B. Hierarchy and power C. Fast deals above everything. D. Aggressive competition
A. Equality, trust, and balance
In Norway, how do employees usually address their boss? A. Sir or Ma’am B. By their academic title C. By their first name D. They avoid speaking directly
C. By their first name
Which communication style is most common in Norway? A. Very indirect B. Emotional and expressive C. Extremely formal D. Direct but polite
D. Direct but polite
During negotiations, Norwegians usually prefer: A. Calm and fact-based discussion B. Pressure tactics C. Emotional persuasion D. Fast verbal agreements only
A. Calm and fact-based discussion
What role do institutions play in Norway? A. Weak and unreliable B. Mostly ignored C. Important and highly trusted D. Controlled only by private companies
C. Important and highly trusted
Norway is considered what type of society in business? A. High-corruption society B. High-trust society C. Highly authoritarian society D. Relationship-only business culture
B. High-trust society
What is usually expected in Norwegian business meetings? A. Arriving late B. Being prepared and punctual, C. Long has personal conversations first, D. Waiting for the boss to do everything
B. Being prepared and punctual
What is considered normal in Norwegian meetings? A. Only managers speak B. Everyone sharing opinions calmly, C. Interrupting often, D. Loud debates
B. Everyone sharing opinions calmly
What often happens in Norwegian decision-making? A. The CEO decides alone B. Seniority decides everything C. Teams seek consensus before deciding D. Decisions are made without discussion
C. Teams seek consensus before deciding
What is true about women in Norwegian business? A. Women rarely negotiate B. Gender equality is strongly promoted C. Few women hold leadership roles D. Women cannot work late
B. Gender equality is strongly promoted
Which value is especially important in Norwegian work culture? A. Status and hierarchy B. Aggressive leadership C. Equality and humility D. Competition between coworkers
C. Equality and humility
If a Norwegian employee leaves work exactly on time, coworkers usually think: A. It is normal B. They are lazy C. They are uncommitted D. They will get fired
A. It is normal
What does low-context communication mean? A. People communicate clearly and directly B. People avoid serious topics C. People rely mostly on hidden meanings D. People only communicate in writing
A. People communicate clearly and directly
In Norwegian negotiations, silence usually means: A. Anger B. Reflection and thinking C. Disrespect D. The meeting is over
B. Reflection and thinking
Which topic is especially important to Norwegian companies today? A. Environmental sustainability B. Luxury branding C. Family dynasties D. Religious traditions
A. Environmental sustainability
In Norway, bragging too much about success is usually seen as: A. Professional B. Inspiring C. Normal D. Uncomfortable or arrogant
D. Uncomfortable or arrogant
Which behavior could feel strange or inappropriate in Norway? A. Being punctual B. Sharing opinions in meetings C. Calling your boss by first name D. Showing off wealth constantly
D. Showing off wealth constantly
After a meeting, what should a good recap include? A. Only greetings B. Personal opinions C. Decisions, owners, and deadlines D. A long emotional summary
C. Decisions, owners, and deadlines
What is most important for building trust in Norway? A. Expensive gifts B. Formal titles C. Personal connections only D. Transparency and honesty
D. Transparency and honesty
Which Scandinavian countries is Norway often grouped with? A. Spain and Portugal B. Germany and Austria C. Brazil and Argentina D. Sweden and Denmark
D. Sweden and Denmark
Which Nordic cultural idea discourages bragging and promotes modesty? A. Janteloven B. Hofstede’s Rule C. The Oslo Principle D. Nordic Hierarchy
A. Janteloven
Why can micromanagement be viewed negatively in Norway? A. It makes meetings shorter B. It shows strong leadership C. It may suggest a lack of trust D. It is always illegal
C. It may suggest a lack of trust
If feedback sounds blunt in Norway, it is usually meant to be: A. A sign the deal is over B. Personal criticism C. Rude behavior D. Efficient and problem-focused
D. Efficient and problem-focused
Why should companies avoid inflated opening offers? A. Norwegians do not negotiate B. They may look unserious C. They are always illegal D. They make contracts unnecessary
B. They may look unserious
Which of these is very common in Norway? A. Aggressive negotiating B. Calling professors “Your Excellence” C. Electric cars everywhere D. Competing for the longest work hours
C. Electric cars everywhere