Cultural Dimensions
This cultural dimension measures how much a society accepts hierarchy and power differences.
Power Distance
Germans expect you to arrive on time. Being late is considered ____.
disrespectful/unprofessional
When greeting a German colleague in a professional setting, you should use ____.
their title and last name
If a German colleague gives you critical feedback, you should take it as ____.
is constructive and not personal
Germans believe in being on time. Another word for this value is ____.
punctuality
Germany scores high in this dimension, meaning they prefer rules, planning, and minimizing risk.
Uncertainty Avoidance
German communication style is known for being ____, which some cultures may find too direct.
straightforward/honest
German meetings are usually well-structured. To prepare, you should always bring ____.
an agenda and supporting documents
Germans expect you to follow the rules and procedures strictly. This means they prefer ____.
structure and organization
In Germany, working overtime is not necessarily seen as good because they value ____.
work-life balance
German culture values independence. This dimension is called ___.
Individualism
True or False: Germans prefer informal and relaxed workplace conversations.
False
Germans expect you to be direct in business communication. Instead of vague statements, you should ____.
provide clear facts and logical arguments
If you are running late to a meeting, the correct thing to do is ____.
inform them as soon as possible
Germans believe that rules and procedures are important. This is part of their ____.
structured approach to work
Germany has a masculine culture, which means people value ____, ____, and ____.
competition, achievement, and success
Germans typically separate personal and professional life. This means they avoid ____.
too much small talk or personal questions?
True or False: Germans are known for making quick, spontaneous business decisions.
False
Germans prefer facts and data over emotions in decision-making. A good strategy is to ____.
use logical reasoning and present evidence
Germans usually do not like unexpected surprises in business. Instead, they value ____.
planning and predictability
German companies prefer to think _____ rather than focus on short-term results. This dimension is ____.
Long-Term Orientation
Changing plans at the last minute is often not well-received in Germany because they prefer ____.
structure and long-term planning
German business culture values efficiency and professionalism. One way to show this is ____.
is being prepared, arriving on time, and following formal etiquette
In a German workplace, building trust takes time. The best way to earn trust is by ____.
being reliable, professional, and efficient
This German word describes the nation’s typical focus on precision, discipline, and efficiency.
Ordnung