Individualism vs Collectivism
Switzerland: Individualistic or Collectivist Society?
What is Individualistic?
Part of the country advocates for equal rights and independence. The dominate language spoken here is _______.
What is German?
The Swiss culture is generally _______. (Masculine or Feminine)
What is Masculine?
One of the official languages spoken in Switzerland is ________.
What is German, French, Italian, and/or Romansch?
A type of candy innovated and made popular by Swiss companies such as Nestle and Toblerone.
What is chocolate?
When it comes to the balance between work and private life, it is believed they should ________.
What is “be separate”?
In the parts of Switzerland where the organizational hierarchy is more widely accepted, the language most spoken is ______.
What is French?
One of the things Swiss people are driven by is _________.
What is competition, achievement, and/or success?
The general attitude in Switzerland about using titles.
What is “not overly concerned”?
A combination of different cheeses melted with wine, served with bread cubes and a long fork.
What is cheese fondue?
The employee/employer relationship is based solely on ______.
What is “merit”?
In the French speaking part of Switzerland, a challenge to leadership is __________.
What is “not well received”?
Winning = ?
What is success?
When greeting someone, a common way to do so would be to _______.
What is a handshake or air kiss on both cheeks?
A popular egg noodle dish, inspired by German cuisine.
What is Spätzle or Knöpfle?
The “need to take care of” extends to only this group of people.
Who is “themself and their immediate family”?
The overall power distance in Switzerland is ___.
What is 34?
Conflicts are usually resolved in this way.
What is “by fighting them out”?
If asked their opinion, it is considered respectful for a Swiss person to ________.
What is “speak their mind without softening their opinion to spare feelings”?
A cold breakfast dish made with oats soaked in milk or OJ, topped with fruit.
What is Bircher Muesli (or overnight oats)?